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Since the change-over to asbestosfree fibre gaskets, many users have been on the look-out for a gasket material with the outstanding high-temperature properties of the asbestos-containing material KLINGERit. As the leading manufacturer of static gasket materials, Klinger was the pioneer in the development of asbestos-free fibre reinforced gaskets. The best achieved so far was the market launch of KLINGER®topsil-ML1, which, although it was a large step forward, did not reach the really challenging ultimate goal. With the development of KLINGER®Quantum, Klinger is now heralding a new era in the...

The Outstanding Properties KLINGER ®Quantum offers a formerly unknown level of flexibility for fibrereinforced gasket materials at high continuous temperatures, with a simultaneously improved chemical resistance and a broader range of applications than all known fibrereinforced gasket materials. Of course, KLINGER ®Quantum fulfils all the present-day requirements for tightness and safety. Flexibility at High Temperatures The 3-point bending test is often used as an evaluation method for the flexibility of fibre-reinforced gasket materials. Special tests on conditioned specimens provide an indication...

The many, varied demands placed on gaskets A common perception is that the suitability of a gasket for any given application depends upon the maximum temperature and pressure conditions. This is not the case. Process control Maximum temperature and pressure values alone can not define a material’s suitability for an application. These limits are dependent upon a multiplicity of factors as shown in the diagram opposite. It is always advisable to consider these factors when selecting a material for a given application. * Gaskets according to DIN 2690 are only standardised up to PN 40 and gasket...

KLINGER Quantum Flanged joint integrity Gasket factor QSmax according to EN 13555 QSmax is the maximum surface pressure that may be imposed on the gasket at the indicated temperatures without collapse or compressive failure of the gasket. The determination of QSmax may for sheet materials result in an overestimation of the capability of the gasket sheet and it is important that all values of QSmax for sheets are verified by conducting a test for PQR at the same temperature and surface pressure as for the QSmax-value. Thickness Reduction at QSmax The specification of the thickness reduction of...

KLINGER Quantum Flanged joint integrity Gasket factor QSmin according to EN13555 (Tightness at high temperatures) QSmin describes the required minimum surface pressure on the gasket under operating conditions, i.e. upon relief during operation at operating temperature, so that the necessary leakage class L is maintained for the given internal pressure. During the test, the gasket must be cyclically strained and relieved, with the leakage rate being measured at a surface pressure defined in the standard at an internal pressure of 40 bar. Helium has to be used as testing gas for this test. Leakage...

KLINGER Quantum Installation instructions ® The following guidelines are designed to ensure the optimum performance of our gasket materials: 1. Choosing the gasket There are many factors which must be taken into account when choosing a gasket material for a given application including temperature, pressure and chemical compatibility. Please refer to the information given in our brochure or, for advice to our software program KLINGER® expert. If you have any questions regarding the suitability of material for a given application please contact Klinger Technical Department. 2. Gasket thickness...

KLINGER Quantum Technical data I Application Unique gasket material with the highest flexibility at high temperatures, manufactured from a high-quality fibre and filler compound. A high temperature-resistant HNBR matrix is used as the binding agent. Suitable for use in oils, water, steam, gases, salt solutions, fuels, alcohols, weak organic and inorganic acids, hydrocarbons, lubricants and refrigerants. I Dimensions of the standard sheets Sizes: 1,000 x 1,500 mm, 2,000 x 1,500 mm Thicknesses: 0.8 mm, 1.0 mm, 1.5 mm, 2.0 mm, 3.0 mm other thicknesses and sizes on request. Tolerances: thicknes ±...