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Introducing another
INNOVATIVE.
INNOVATIVE Cutting-Edge Material Technology

Ever since inventing the spiral wound gasket nearly a century ago,
SEALING SOLUTION from Flexitallic
Flexitallic has been at the forefront of fluid sealing innovation.

In 1998, Flexitallic set new standards for sealing technology with

SIGMA™
Flexitallic Sigma offers outstanding chemical resistance
INTENSE HEAT. the introduction of Thermiculite® Critical Service Series gasket
material available in Tanged Sheet—and later in Spiral Wound Filler
and Flexpro™ (kammprofile) Facing styles.
while the unique manufacturing process results in a
biaxially fibrillated structure ensuring high seal integrity in
the most demanding applications. EXTREME COLD. Exclusive to Flexitallic, this revolutionary material, comprised of
chemically and thermally exfoliated vermiculite*, simulated the
structure of exfoliated graphite, with one notable exception—it
SIGMA 500 (Blue)
High compression glass microsphere
AGGRESSIVE CHEMICALS. maintained integrity through a wide range of extreme temperatures.

All Thermiculite Critical Service Series products were designed

filled PTFE sheet specially formulated
for use on glass lined, plastic, or and engineered for high temperature processes in services up
ceramic flanges. Material Technology That Handles It All. to 1800°F / 982°C.

* Vermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral with a plate-like

structure demonstrating an exceptionally broad range of chemical
SIGMA 511 (Fawn) and temperature resistance.
Standard compression silica filled
PTFE sheet for use with concentrated
acids and most general aggressive
INDUSTRIES SERVED: chemicals. VERSATILE.
A New Level of Performance
CHEMICAL PROCESSING
FOOD AND BEVERAGE Through our continued dedication to research and development,
HYDROCARBON PROCESSING SIGMA 533 (Off-White) Flexitallic is now proud to offer our customers a new series of
NUCLEAR Pigment-free barium sulfate filled Thermiculite products.
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MFG’S PTFE sheet for use with aqueous
PHARMACEUTICAL hydrogen fluoride, strong caustics, New Thermiculite Performance Series gasket material—developed
and other general chemical media. for use in more moderate temperature applications—maintains the
POWER GENERATION
same broad chemical resistance and freedom from oxidation that
PRIMARY METALS Other Sigma styles available.
has made Thermiculite Critical Service Series such a success.
PULP AND PAPER
This innovative and versatile material is available in Coreless Sheet
and Spiral Wound Filler styles, and is suitable for replacing aramid
fiber, glass fiber, carbon fiber, PTFE and graphite in a wide array
of applications.

Contact your local Allied Distributor:

COMPLETE.
The Total Static Sealing Solution
Flexitallic L.P.
6915 Highway 225 Since its inception, Thermiculite gasket material has proven itself
Deer Park, TX 77536 USA as an effective long-term sealing solution in over 500 of the most
+1 281 604 2400 demanding industrial sealing applications—the most complete
BC 1/05 10K

range since asbestos.

Flexitallic, Ltd.
Scandinavia Mill, Hunsworth Lane With the combination of Thermiculite Critical Service (800 Series)
Cleckheaton, BD19 4LN UK and Thermiculite Performance (700 Series), a single, proven
+44 1274 851273 material can be used for virtually all of your sealing requirements.
That’s why we call Thermiculite The Total Static Sealing Solution.
www.flexitallic.com
Flexitallic®, Thermiculite®, Flexpro™ and Sigma™ are registered trademarks of The Flexitallic Group, Inc.
© 2010 The Flexitallic Group, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide.
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Thermiculite®
Critical Service Series

TOTAL FREEDOM
FROM OXIDATION
Why Thermiculite® Critical Service Series?

Conventional graphite gaskets are susceptible to attack • Total freedom from oxidation
by oxidizing agents. This occurs from oxygen flowing • Chemical compatibility exceeds graphite THERMICULITE® THERMICULITE® THERMICULITE®
through pipes, or simply from oxygen present in the 815 Tanged Sheet 835 Spiral Wound Filler 845 Flexpro ™
atmosphere surrounding the flange. The rate at which • Can be used in temperatures from High temperature sheet reinforced High temperature filler
(kammprofile) Facing
graphite oxidizes depends on the application Cryogenics up to 1800°F / 982°C with a 0.004" 316 stainless steel material for spiral wound High temperature facing material
temperature and the concentration of oxygen present. tanged core. Available in gaskets. Wide range of metals for kammprofile gaskets. Wide
But when it does happen—the end result is seal failure. • Fire safe thicknesses of 1/32", 1/16", and 1/8" available. range of metallic core materials
THERMICULITE® in meter by meter (standard) and available.
The unique composition of Thermiculite® gasket material • Proven track record (over 500 835 Spiral 60" x 60" sheet. Cut gaskets also
ensures that seals maintain their integrity at maximum applications & approvals globally) Wound Filler available in all shapes and sizes.
service temperatures far exceeding that of graphite.
• Wide range of metals available Recommended Services for Thermiculite® Critical Service and Performance Series
There really is no comparison. When it comes to worry-
free sealing, choose Thermiculite Critical Service Series Critical Service Series Performance Series
or Thermiculite Performance Series and eliminate the
risk of oxidation altogether. 815 835 845 715

Tanged Spiral Wound Flexpro Coreless

Product Type Sheet Filler
(kammprofile)
Sheet
Facing
Required Maximum Service Temperature
Temperature Cryogenics to Cryogenics to Cryogenics to Cryogenics to
Service Life Thermiculite® Thermiculite® Range 1800°F / 982°C 1800°F / 982°C 1800°F / 982°C 850°F / 454°C
in Years Graphite Critical Service Performance
Series Series* Thermiculite® Class Class Class Class
NEW! Pressure Range 150 to 300 150 to 2500 150 to 2500 150 to 300
1 691°F
(366°C)
1800°F
(982°C)
850°F
(454°C)
Performance Series
High temperatures, nominal pipe sizes, non-standard Available in cut
3 630°F 1800°F 850°F Typical Use gaskets and
(332°C) (982°C) (454°C) gaskets, problem applications, critical seals. 60" x 60" sheet.

5 610°F 1800°F 850°F

(321°C) (982°C) (454°C) Why Thermiculite® Performance Series?

580°F 1800°F 850°F Effectively manage your gasket

10 (454°C)
• Total freedom from oxidation
(304°C) (982°C) selection process, simplify inventory
• Broad chemical compatibility range requirements, and receive proven
The Tightness Testing Research Laboratory (TTRL) at École • Fire safe long-term sealing with Thermiculite®
Polytechnique gasket material - The Total Static
in Montreal on behalf of the Pressure Vessel Research Council • Genuine opportunity for gasket Sealing Solution.
(PVRC) performed independent testing to show that the maximum
service temperature for graphite in long-term service is much lower standardization and inventory consolidation
than that quoted in manufacturers’ literature. This table summarizes
those results. • Wide service capability Contact your local
THERMICULITE® Allied Distributor today!
* Maximum service temperature results based on 1/16” thick style 715. 715 Cut Gasket
THERMICULITE®
Available in all 715 Coreless Sheet
shapes and sizes. High-performance coreless sheet
material. Replacement of
compressed fiber sheet line, SF
2401, 2420, 3300, 5000 and
tanged graphite sheet. Available
in thicknesses of 1/32", 1/16", and
1/8" in cut gaskets and 60" x 60"
sheet.