FLEXIGRAF® MULTIFLEX HPT is a multi-layer gasketing sheet for flat gaskets made of pure expanded mineral graphite, reinforced with a tanged AISI 316L stainless steel insert. The composition, based on pure graphite and reinforced with steel, combined with the multi-layer structure, makes these gasketing sheets suitable for demanding operating conditions. Ideal for use with high-temperature, high-pressure saturated steam, chemicals and aggressive fluids, provided they are in non-oxidising environments.
High thermal resistance: graphite is known for its electrical conductivity and low thermal conductivity, making it suitable for applications involving high-temperature saturated steam.
Superior stability and flexibility: the multi-layer 316L stainless steel backing sheet provides a solid structure, giving the gasket additional mechanical strength and stability, thereby improving its performance in the most demanding applications.
Excellent workability: easy to die-cut and CNC-cut, ensuring precision even for complex geometries.
High resistance to high temperatures and pressures: Reinforced graphite flat gaskets are suitable for use in environments with high temperatures and pressures, as well as offering good chemical resistance. Some of the main applications include: the chemical and petrochemical industries, for sealing in aggressive environments where resistance to chemicals is crucial. They are ideal for use in plants operating with saturated and superheated steam, or in applications requiring materials capable of withstanding very high temperatures without losing their mechanical properties.
Operating temperature: up to +550°C depending on the type of fluid, pressure and applied load.
| Expanded graphite | Flexigraf Multiflex HPT |
|---|---|
| Composition |
Graphite laminate reinforced with a tanged stainless steel multilayers core
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| Minimum density DIN 28090-2 |
1.4 g/cm³
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| Maximum density DIN 28090-2 |
1.6 g/cm³
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| Min recommended Peak Temperature |
-200 °C
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| Max recommended Peak Temperature |
550 °C
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| Max operating pressure |
300 bar
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| Leakage DIN 3535-6 |
≤0.1 mg*s-1*m-1
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| Creep relaxation DIN 3535-6 |
≤5 %
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| Compressibility DIN 3535-6 |
30-45 %
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| Recovery DIN 3535-6 |
3-7 %
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| Available sheets size |
1500x1500 mm
1000x1000 mm
1500x1000 mm
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| Available thickness |
from 1 to 6 mm
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| Sheet size tolerance |
50 mm
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| Thickness tolerance |
10 %
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