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What is a Gasket and How Does it Work?
  • gaskets
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  • industrial gaskets
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  • what are gaskets
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  • how do gaskets work
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  • ring gasket
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  • cam and groove gasket
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  • flange gaskets
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  • electrical gaskets
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  • spiral wound gaskets
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  • apg gaskets
Gaskets are used by virtually all industries for a variety of applications. Learn more about what gaskets are and how they work now with APG! Read More.
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How Weather Impacts O-Rings
  • o-rings
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  • o-ring weather exposure
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  • o-rings heat exposure
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  • o-rings cold exposure
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  • o-rings ozone exposure
Every rubber elastomer is made to withstand certain conditions, so it is imperative to consider weather conditions and how they impact performance. Learn more from APG now! Read More.
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Common Causes of O-Ring Failure
  • o-rings
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  • orings
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  • o-ring failure
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  • o-ring installation damage
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  • o-ring extrusion
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  • o-ring nibbling
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  • o-ring excessive swelling
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  • o-ring hardening
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  • o-ring oxidation
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  • causes of o-ring failure
There are common causes of premature o-ring failure, most of which can be avoided if you are aware of common issues. Learn more to ensure you get the most out of your o-rings! Read More.
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O-Ring Installation in Three Easy Steps
  • o-rings
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  • orings
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  • o-ring installation
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  • apg o-ring installation
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  • how to install an o-ring
Proper installation of an o-ring is imperative for ideal fluid sealing performance of any o-ring. Installation doesn’t have to be intimidating. Learn more now! Read More.
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Understanding Sizing for AS568 and BS1806
  • o-rings
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  • as568 o-rings
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  • bs1806 o-rings
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  • standard o-ring sizing
As a manufacturer and distributor of o-rings, APG understands that sizing standards can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! Learn more now! Read More.
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Understanding O-Ring Materials and Compounds
  • o-rings
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  • apg
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  • orings
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  • buna-n
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  • nitrile
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  • fluoroelastomer
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  • chloroprene
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  • silicone
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  • highly saturated nitrile
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  • ethylene propylene
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  • ptfe
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  • aflas
Not sure which material is right for your application? Get to know the specific color offerings, shore hardness, temperature ranges and shelf life of our o-rings here! Read More.
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Crimp Sleeves and Ferrules
  • apg
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  • american packaging and gasket
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  • crimp sleeves
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  • ferrules
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  • crimp sleeves online
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  • ferrules online
You can now shop APG’s full line of crimp sleeves and ferrules anytime on our website! Shop now for quick and easy access to the products you need! Read More.
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What Factors to Consider When Selecting an O-Ring
  • apg
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  • american packaging and gasket
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  • apg o-rings
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  • rubber orings
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  • rubber o-rings
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  • industrial o-rings
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  • how to select an o-ring
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  • o-ring selection
O-rings are not one size fits all. Before buying, ensure you consider material, operating temperature, operating pressure, o-ring finish, and stretch. Learn more by contacting APG! Read More.
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Introduction to O-Rings
  • orings
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  • o-rings
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  • apg
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  • american packaging and gasket
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  • apg o-rings
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  • rubber o-rings
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  • industrial o-rings
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  • introduction to o-rings
APG wants you to get to know o-rings! Our series of blog articles on our o-rings will give you the knowledge you need to confidently purchase and utilize our products! Read More.
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Sizing Your Rubber O-Rings
  • oring
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  • orings
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  • o-ring
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  • o-rings
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  • rubber o-rings
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  • how to measure an o-ring
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  • apg
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  • american packaging and gasket
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  • apg rubber orings
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  • rubber orgins
If you need to replace an o-ring and you aren’t sure what size you need, APG can help! This 1-2-3 guide to measuring orings can help you order the right size! Read More.
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