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recommended gasket type

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ben3929

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what type of gasket is recommended to use for water pipe line? water pressure 300 PSI. spiral wound metallic gasket vs EPDM rubber gasket?
 
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Any more detail of the piping info, such as material, operation condition, etc.?
IMO, based on the piping material and/or flange joint type, the spiral wound gasket may go with the RF flange, as rubber gasket may be used in the FF flange.
 
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300# 304 SPIRAL WOUND LOW STRESS FLEX GRAPHITE FILLED CS OUTER RING

Commonly used in industry. Check pressure-temperature ratings based on design conditions.

 
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There are many 'paper' gaskets that suitable for water duty. But if there are water hammer events on your line spiral wound maybe better.
 
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