scope:

1. SCOPE:

The material defined by this specification is metal base, coated on each side with a firmly bonded synthetic rubber, and an additional nonadhesive coating to facilitate removal of gaskets at disassembly from adjoining metal components. This material has exceptional tensile and compressive strength as well as excellent sealing and spacer characteristics. It is especially recommended for sealing fluids at ambient temperatures up to 177 °C, where high bolt torque retention is a critical factor.