MAXIFLEX KAMMPROFILE GASKETS

Kammprofile gaskets are commonly used in heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and other equipment that experience frequent thermal cycling. These gaskets offer a leak-free seal and maintain the appropriate bolt load. They feature a solid metal core, which may or may not include an outer ring, depending on requirements. The core is made of solid metal with evenly distributed serrations on both sides and is coated with filler materials such as flexible graphite, EPTFE, or MICA, tailored to meet specific operating conditions.

Kammprofile gaskets are effective even under low seating stress, unlike many other gasket types. The serrations enhance sealing by preventing leaks from the core tips. They can be manufactured from various materials and customized to fit most applications, including odd shapes. For optimal performance, a surface finish of 125-250 AARH is recommended.

Description

MAXIFLEX STYLE MK1

The MK1 gasket features a fixed outer ring, similar to spiral wound gaskets, which helps it align properly within flanges. This type of gasket is typically designed and sized according to the EN12560-6 specification for ASME B16.5 flanges but can also be customized to fit other flange standards.

MAXIFLEX STYLE MK2

The MK2 gasket is designed without an outer ring and is typically used on tongue and groove or male and female flanges. It is often employed in heat exchangers and represents an improvement over double-jacketed gasket. For existing flanges with nubbin features, it is recommended to machine these out to avoid fitment issues. In cases where partitions are present, they are also serrated similarly to the Kammprofile gaskets. These serrations match the thickness of the core and are usually tag-welded at the edges.

MAXIFLEX STYLE MK3

The MK3 gasket features a loose fixed guide and is commonly used with nominal pipe size and pressure class raised face flanges. It is well-suited for equipment exposed to significant radial shear movements, thermal cycling, and thermal expansion. This gasket is typically designed and sized according to the EN12560-6 specification for ASME B16.5 flanges, but it can also be customized to meet other flange standards.