Orifice Gaskets

Beneficial Features of Orifice Gaskets

Not one, but there are several beneficial features of orifice gaskets, which make them popular in a wide range of applications. Some key features and benefits include:

1. You can avail these gaskets in a wide range of material options.
2. The orifice gaskets comply with the USP class VII.
3. They show a good resistance to high temperature.
4. These gaskets are known for their excellent mechanical properties.
5. The orifice gaskets have a good resistance to corrosive fluids.

Different Materials Used to Manufacture Orifice Gaskets

At SSP Manufacturing, Inc., you can select from a wide range of orifice plate gaskets that are manufactured from a variety of materials, such as follows:

1. EPDM: EPDM stands for Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer. It is a synthetic rubber, which is known to offer an outstanding resistance to ozone, sunlight, de-ionized water, and abrasion. This makes it an ideal choice for orifice gaskets in most applications. Moreover, the high tensile strength of the EPDM material, along with its excellent resistance to mild acids, alkalis, and alcohols make the gaskets last for several years.
2. Viton®: Viton® is a brand name of DuPont. It is a synthetic rubber, which is most commonly used in O-rings and gaskets for its suitable properties. This material is known for its excellent resistance to chemicals and fuels. In addition to this, it is also steam, mechanical, and heat resistant. The material has a high molecular weight, and a low gas permeability. This helps increase the life of the gaskets.
3. Buna-N: This material is also sometimes referred to as nitrile rubber, acrylonitrile butadiene rubber, or NBR. Again, it is a synthetic rubber, which shows an exceptional resistance to kerosene, diesel fuel, propane, and petroleum oils. In addition to this, the material is compression set, tear, and abrasion resistant. Thus, the orifice gaskets made from this material are capable of delivering a consistent performance. Being resistant to acids and alkalis makes Buna-N an ideal material for orifice gaskets that are used in food industry.
4. Silicone: Silicon is another material used to manufacture the orifice gaskets. One of the major reasons of selecting this material is its capacity to withstand a wide range of harsh chemicals. Furthermore, this material is known for its excellent low temperature flexibility, which makes it the most suitable choice for sanitary gaskets.
5. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE): PTFE material is known for its extremely low absorption rate. Besides this, the material has a good resistance to process fluids. These properties make polytetrafluoroethylene a yet another material of choice for orifice gaskets.

We, at, SSP Manufacturing, Inc. believe in delivering according to the customer’s requirements. This is why we work closely with them. To know more about orifice gaskets or any other sanitary gasket available with us, Please contact us on our toll-free number 888-238-SEAL or mail us at gm@sspseals.com.