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Rubber pipe gaskets

Rubber pipe gasket is an important component used to seal pipe joints, usually made of rubber material. They are widely used in various industrial sectors, including manufacturing, chemicals, oil and gas, water supply and drainage, etc. The main function of rubber pipe gaskets is to ensure the sealing performance of pipe connections and prevent media leakage and leakage.

Pipe Flange Gaskets

EPDM Pipe Flange Rubber Gaskets

EPDM pipe flange rubber gaskets are used for improved joint performance. They are considered much more superior to conventional ring or full-face gaskets. Although pipe flange gaskets are usually used for all normal water and sewer services, they are especially useful in demanding services like very large-diameter flanged piping. For specially designed long-span installations, involving 2 or 3 or more lengths of pipe or with any underground flanges, flange gaskets are of great help because they could be subjected to undesirable beam loading.

Oil Pump Suction Pipe Gasket

Oil pump suction pipe gasket

The oil pump suction pipe gasket is a sealing component between the oil pump suction pipe and the oil pump body, ensuring normal operation and preventing liquid or gas leakage. Its strong oil and chemical resistance, which enables it to work in a variety of settings including lubricants, fuels, and chemicals, is characteristic of its FKM rubber construction. To ensure a tight seal, the gasket is made to fit the oil pump suction pipe and body perfectly. Its dependability in the oil pump system is ensured by its wear-resistant ability to withstand vibration and friction. Because of elements including material durability, operating temperature, and usage circumstances, gaskets need to be inspected and replaced on a regular basis.

Fuel Tank Pipe Seals

fuel tank pipe seal

Fuel tank pipe seals are essential components in fuel systems used by automobiles, motorcycles, and internal combustion engines. They must be resistant to chemicals and oil in order to remain stable; they are found where the gasoline line and fuel tank converge. As approved by SAE J20, DIN 3771, ASTM D2000, and ISO 9001, these seals are safe. Excellent resistance to oil and chemicals, flexibility and compressibility, high and low temperature tolerance, wear resistance, and sealing ability are required. Because of its sealing and safety, they are frequently employed in the aerospace, automobile, and shipping industries.

Irrigation pipe gaskets

Irrigation pipe gaskets are essential rubber components in irrigation systems, filling uneven surfaces and strengthening connection fastening forces between pipes. They provide a tight seal between pipe joints, preventing water leakage and maintaining the system’s functional integrity. These gaskets are designed to withstand long-term exposure to wet conditions and are suitable for agricultural, commercial, and residential applications. They are waterproof, chemical-resistant, and high-temperature resistant, and can withstand high pressures. They are widely used in various irrigation systems, including agricultural irrigation, commercial landscaping, residential irrigation, and municipal irrigation. Their versatility allows for customization to suit specific requirements.

Exhaust Pipe Gaskets

Exhaust Pipe Gasket

The function of the exhaust pipe gasket is to seal the exhaust gas. It is installed between the exhaust pipe and the cylinder head exhaust port. It is an elastic sealing gasket used to prevent the high-temperature gas after combustion from leaking from the connection.

Engine Oil Cooler Outlet Pipe Seal

engine oil cooler outlet pipe seal

The engine oil cooler outlet pipe seal is a sealing component used to prevent leaks in the cooling medium, typically air or water, through the outlet pipe. It is made of FKM rubber material and is certified by ASTM D2000, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and OEM. The seal’s primary function is to prevent leaks, maintain the cooling system’s regular functioning, and offer oil resistance, high temperature resistance, extended lifespan, and reliable performance. Its design simplifies installation and maintenance, reducing repair costs and time.

exhaust muffler seal

Exhaust pipe sealing gasket

The exhaust pipe in an automobile exhaust system is connected to the exhaust hanger and the exhaust pipe using a rubber sleeve. This rubber component provides vibration absorption and protection, reducing noise and vibration. It also acts as a thermal barrier, preventing overheating of the exhaust pipe and protecting the rubber sleeve from damage. The rubber sleeve also bears the weight of the exhaust pipe, ensuring the pipe remains in the correct position. If the rubber sleeve is damaged, it is recommended to replace it for optimal system operation and driving comfort.

Category:Gasket;Rubber sleeve

Material properties: high temperature resistance and chemical corrosion resistance

Engine Turbo Intake Pipe Seal Gasket

engine turbo intake pipe seal gasket

An essential part of the turbocharging system, the engine turbo intake pipe seal gasket seals the intake pipe’s connection to the turbocharger. The rubber materials used to make these gaskets provide exceptional sealing performance and resilience to high temperatures, chemicals, wear, and tear. They are also resistant to oil and other environmental factors. They also guard against any harm to the engine and turbocharger. Leading producer of these gaskets, Linde Polymer, guarantees stringent quality control, adherence to certification specifications, performance testing, and verification via exhaustive testing and verification. To guarantee their effectiveness and dependability, the gaskets are rigorously inspected and subjected to quality control procedures during their manufacturing process in Mainland China. Excellent warranty policies and after-sale service are also offered by Linde Polymer.

Pipe Gaskets

EPDM Pipe Gaskets

EPDM is a very durable synthetic rubber with excellent weather resistance, ozone resistance and heat resistance. Therefore, EPDM Pipe Gaskets are often used in pipeline systems in different environments such as outdoor, overhead and buried to ensure good sealing performance and long service life.

Rubber pipe gasket is a common sealing element used between pipe flanges to prevent liquid or gas leakage. Rubber gaskets are usually made of rubber materials and have good elasticity, corrosion resistance and wear resistance.

 

One of the main characteristics of rubber gaskets is their plasticity and deformability, allowing them to fill the gaps between flanges and provide an effective seal. Rubber materials have high elasticity, can adapt to different pressure and temperature changes, and provide reliable sealing performance.

 

Rubber gaskets also have good corrosion resistance and can resist erosion by a variety of chemicals, including acids, alkalis, and solvents. This makes rubber gaskets a widely used sealing material in various industrial fields.

 

In addition, rubber gaskets also have good wear resistance and can be used for a long time under friction and pressure conditions without being easily damaged. This allows the rubber gasket to effectively withstand pressure and friction and maintain its sealing performance in pipe systems with high flow rates and high pressures.

 

Rubber pipe gasket selection should be determined based on specific application needs and work environment. Different rubber materials have different properties. For example, nitrile rubber (NBR) has better oil resistance, chloroprene rubber (CR) has better corrosion resistance, and polyurethane rubber (PU) has better wear resistance. . Therefore, when selecting a rubber gasket, factors such as the nature of the liquid or gas medium, temperature range, pressure requirements, and the influence of chemical substances need to be considered.

 

In summary, rubber pipe gaskets are made of rubber material and have good elasticity, corrosion resistance and wear resistance. They are commonly used sealing elements in pipeline systems, which can effectively prevent leaks and ensure the safe operation of the system.

Application industries

Oil and Gas Industry

Rubber pipeline gaskets play an important sealing role in oil and gas exploration, production and transportation processes. They are used to connect equipment such as pipes, valves, pumps and tanks to ensure the safe operation of the system and prevent leaks and pressure losses.

Chemical Industry

Various fluid handling systems, reactors, tanks and pipelines in the chemical industry require rubber pipe gaskets for sealing. These gaskets are resistant to chemical attack, ensuring safe handling and transfer of media.

Food and pharmaceutical industry

The food and pharmaceutical industry has high hygiene requirements, so rubber pipe gaskets are widely used in these industries. They are used to seal food processing equipment, pharmaceutical units and piping systems to ensure product purity and sterility.

Power Generation and Energy Industries

Piping systems in power plants, nuclear power plants and other energy facilities require rubber pipe gaskets to ensure the safe transfer of cooling water, fuel and other media. Gaskets perform well in high temperature, high pressure and chemically corrosive environments.

Sewage treatment and environmental protection industry

In the sewage treatment and environmental protection industry, rubber pipe gaskets are used for sealing sewage treatment equipment, water treatment systems and environmental protection facilities to prevent leakage and pollution.

The material of rubber pipe gasket will be selected for pipeline systems in the oil, gas and chemical industries.

  • Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR): Nitrile Butadiene Rubber is a commonly used and affordable rubber material with good oil and abrasion resistance. It is suitable for piping systems in oil, gas and chemical industry applications and can effectively prevent oil leakage and pressure loss.
  • Chloroprene rubber (CR): Chloroprene rubber has good corrosion resistance and can resist the erosion of chemical media such as acids, alkalis and solvents. Neoprene gaskets are also a common choice in oil, gas and chemical industry applications involving corrosive media.
  • Fluorine rubber (FKM): Fluorine rubber has excellent oil resistance, heat resistance and corrosion resistance, and can maintain its performance under the conditions of high temperature, high pressure and corrosive media. Therefore, in the oil, gas and chemical industries, fluorine rubber gaskets are widely used in high-demand piping systems.
  • Ethylene-propylene rubber (EPDM): Ethylene-propylene rubber has good weather resistance and aging resistance, and can maintain its elasticity over a wide temperature range. This makes EPDM rubber gaskets suitable for outdoor environments and oil, gas and chemical industry applications where weather resistance is required.
  • The appropriate rubber material needs to be selected based on factors such as specific media characteristics, temperature range, pressure requirements and the influence of chemical substances. In actual applications, further engineering evaluation and testing may be required based on the specific requirements of the piping system. It is recommended to consult Linde Polymer’s professional engineers for more accurate advice when selecting the material of rubber pipe gaskets.

In piping systems in the power generation and energy industries, the reasons for choosing rubber pipe gasket materials are as follows.

  • Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR): Nitrile Butadiene Rubber is a commonly used and affordable rubber material with good oil and abrasion resistance. It is suitable for piping systems in energy industry applications such as petroleum, fuel and lubricants, and can effectively prevent oil leakage and pressure loss.
  • Fluorocarbon rubber (FKM): Fluorocarbon rubber has excellent oil resistance, heat resistance and corrosion resistance, and can maintain its performance in power generation and energy industry applications with high temperatures, high pressures and corrosive media. It is suitable for piping systems involving petroleum products, chemicals and high-temperature media.
  • Ethylene-propylene rubber (EPDM): Ethylene-propylene rubber is a rubber material with good weather resistance and aging resistance. It has excellent heat and cold resistance and is able to maintain its elasticity under various temperature conditions. EPDM is suitable for some outdoor environments and applications requiring weather resistance in the power generation and energy industries.
  • Butyl Rubber (BR): Butyl rubber has good wear and tear resistance and is suitable for some power generation and energy industry applications that require wear and impact resistance. It is commonly used in pipeline systems transporting coal, ore and other granular materials.
  • The appropriate rubber material needs to be selected based on factors such as specific media characteristics, temperature range, pressure requirements and the influence of chemical substances.

Tests that need to be passed

  • Compression performance test: Evaluate the compression performance of a rubber gasket by measuring its deformation under a certain pressure. This determines the sealing performance and resilience of the gasket in actual applications.
  • Temperature resistance performance test: Evaluate the ability of rubber gaskets to withstand high or low temperatures by exposing them to different temperature conditions. This can help determine the performance stability of the gasket at different operating temperatures.
  • Chemical resistance test: Rubber gaskets are exposed to different chemical media to evaluate their corrosion resistance. This can determine the gasket’s ability to withstand specific chemicals and avoid damage to the gasket by chemical media.
  • Sealing performance test: Apply medium under a certain pressure, and evaluate the sealing performance of the rubber gasket by detecting the amount of leakage. This ensures that the gasket effectively prevents media leakage in the piping system.
  • Physical performance testing: including testing of physical properties such as tensile strength, hardness, tear strength, etc. to evaluate the mechanical properties and durability of rubber gaskets.
  • Other tests: Depending on the specific application requirements, other tests may be required, such as abrasion resistance testing, anti-aging performance testing, etc.

Which accessories of the piping system use rubber gaskets?

Flange connection

Flange connection is a common connection method in pipeline systems, used to connect pipes, valves, pipe fittings and other equipment. Rubber gaskets are usually placed between flanges to seal and prevent media leakage.

Threaded connections

Threaded connections are used in some piping systems. Rubber gaskets can be applied between threaded joints to provide a sealing effect and ensure that the connection does not leak.

Socket connection

A socket connection is a type of pipe connection in which rubber gaskets are used between pipes and fittings to ensure a tight seal at the joint.

Bellows Joints

For some special applications, such as flexible pipes or corrugated pipe systems, rubber gaskets can also be used to connect the bellows and joint parts to provide sealing and shock absorption.

Shape introduction

  • Round gasket: Round gasket is the most common rubber gasket shape and is used for flange connections and other parts that require round sealing.
  • Square gasket: Square gasket is suitable for square or rectangular flange connections to provide sealing effect.
  • Oval gaskets: Oval gaskets are usually used where oval sealing is required, such as oval flange connections.
  • Rectangular gasket: Rectangular gasket is suitable for parts that require rectangular sealing, such as rectangular flange connections.
  • V-shaped gaskets: V-shaped gaskets have a V-shaped cross-section and are suitable for higher pressure or applications requiring better sealing.
  • U-shaped gasket: U-shaped gasket has a U-shaped cross-section and is often used to seal larger area connections.
  • X-Type Gaskets: X-Type Gaskets have a cross shape and are suitable for special applications requiring additional sealing performance.
  • Corrugated Gaskets: Corrugated gaskets have a wavy shape and are often used in the joints of corrugated pipe or extruded piping systems.

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