Compression Packing

Complete performance for all applications

High Performance Sealing Technology

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Contents

Complete performance 04

Quick reference chart 06

CONTENTS
Lionpak® range 11

Lionpak® standard packings 12

Lionpak® specialised packings 38

Let's talk Expert2Expert 56

Supagraf ® range 60

Tankatite® & TorrLid® ranges 66

Let’s talk about value 76

Let’s talk about manufacturing excellence 78

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Complete
performance

Since the earliest Delivering the very

COMPLETE PERFORMANCE
We set new benchmarks with Through our commitment to rigorous
our standard materials, and testing and continuous improvement we

days of our company, best performance overcome the toughest

stay at the forefront of compression packing
sealing technology. We ensure the highest
is at the heart of application and operational levels of product performance and value for
innovative James everything we do.
challenges in the development
of our special products, so
our customers through a proven portfolio
that is one of the most extensive on the

Walker products have our customers can trust the

James Walker name every time.
market today.

won respect for their Since 1882 our outstanding products Our ranges
excellent performance have built a reputation for quality and
reliability. From some of the earliest modern

and value. packing patents, through to the advanced

materials used in today’s high performance
options to match all applications,
plant operating conditions and
products - a desire to deliver the very
maintenance regimes
best performance, value and service
has remained at the heart of the
James Walker business.
certified high performance packings
for critical applications

&
the complete package for tank, crucible
and furnace door sealing applications

Behind the brand

1882
“…to my mind, ‘The Lion’ metallic packing
Established is the best high pressure packing I have
ever seen and is most economical. I have
recommended your packing to other
engineers and their experience in every
instance has been the same as my own.”
Mr A Henderson, Chief Engineer
SS Oithona, Aberdeen Steam Navigation Company
1st March 1890
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Quick reference
chart
Valve Rotary Reciprocating Static pH Temperatures Media More
details
Product on
Pressure Shaft Speed Pressure Rod Speed Pressure Pressure Process Potable Strong Caustic Molten
pH Range Min °C (°F) Max °C (°F) Steam Gases Oils Solvents Oxygen Food page
MPa (psi) m/s (fpm) MPa (psi) m/s (fpm) MPa (psi) MPa (psi) Water Water Acids Alkalis Salt

PTFE-based PTFE-based
Lionpak® 2100 25 (3626) 4 (787) 1 (145) 0.5 (98) 5 (725) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +250 (+482) X X X 13
Lionpak® 2101 25 (3626) 4 (787) 1 (145) 0.5 (98) 5 (725) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +250 (+482) X X X X 14
Lionpak® 2102 25 (3626) 5 (984) 2 (290) 0.5 (98) 15 (2175) n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +280 (+536) X X 39
Lionpak® 2200 15 (2175) 10 (1969) 2.5 (363) 1 (197) 10 (1450) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +250 (+482) X X X X X 15

QUICK REFERENCE CHART

Lionpak® 2201 15 (2175) 10 (1969) 2.5 (363) 1 (197) 10 (1450) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +250 (+482) X X X X X 16
Lionpak® 2202 15 (2175) 12 (2362) 2.5 (363) 1 (197) 15 (2175) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +280 (+536) X X X 40
Lionpak® 2300 8 (1160) 22 (4331) 2 (290) 1 (197) 8 (1160) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +260 (+500) X X X 17
Lionpak 2302
®
8 (1160) 22 (4331) 1 (145) 1 (197) 8 (1160) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +250 (+482) X X X X 18
Lionpak® 2303 12 (1740) 17.5 (3445) 2 (290) 2 (394) 8 (1160) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +260 (+500) X X X X 41
Lionpak® 2500 25 (3626) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 10 (1450) n/a 2-13 -50 (-58) +260 (+500) X X X X X 19
Lionpak® 2501 25 (3626) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 10 (1450) n/a 1-13 -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X X 42
Lionpak® 2502 25 (3626) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 20 (2900)‡ n/a 1-13 -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X X 43
Lionpak® 2503 25 (3626) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 10 (1450) n/a 1-13 -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X X 20
Lionpak® 2504 25 (3626) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 10 (1450) n/a 3-14 -100 (-148) +250 (+482) X X X X X 44
Lionpak® 2505 30 (4351) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +260 (+500) X X X X X 45
Lionpak® 2506 25 (3626) 22 (4331) 2 (290) 2 (394) 10 (1450) n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +260 (+500) X X X X 46
Aramid-based Aramid-based
Lionpak® 3200 15 (2175) 20 (3937) 2.5 (363) 1.5 (295) 15 (2175) n/a 2-13 -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X 21
Lionpak 3301
®
15 (2175) 20 (3937) 2.5 (363) 1.5 (295) 15 (2175) n/a 1-13 -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X X 47
Lionpak® 3302 15 (2175) 20 (3937) 2.5 (363) 1.5 (295) 10 (1450) n/a 0-13 -50 (-58) +285 (+545) X X X X X X 48
Graphite/Carbon-based Graphite/Carbon-based
Lionpak® 5100 25 (3626) 25 (4921) 2.5 (363) n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +450 (+842)¹ X X X X 22
Lionpak® 5101 10 (1450) 20 (3937) 3.5 (508) n/a n/a n/a 1-14 -200 (-328) +450 (+842)² X X X X 23
Lionpak 5200
®
30 (4351) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +450 (+842) 5 X X X X 24
Lionpak® 5201 30 (4351) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 1-14 -200 (-328) +450 (+842)² X X X X 25
Lionpak® 5202 30 (4351) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +450 (+842)² X X X X 26
Lionpak® 5300 15 (2175) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -50 (-58) +550 (+1022) X X X X 27
Lionpak® 5301 20 (2900) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 15 (2175)‡ n/a 0-14 -50 (-58) +450 (+842) X X X 49
Lionpak® 5302 25 (3626) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 10 (1450) n/a 0-14 -50 (-58) +450 (+842) X X X X 50
Lionpak® 5303 20 (2900) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 15 (2175)‡ n/a 0-14 -50 (-58) +350 (+662) X X X X 28
Lionpak® 5304 20 (2900) 20 (3937) 2 (290) 2 (394) 15 (2175)‡ n/a 0-14 -100 (-148) +260 (+500) X X X X 51
Lionpak® 5501 25 (3626) Consult Consult n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +500 (+932)³ X X X X 29
Lionpak® 5503 25 (3626) Consult Consult n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +500 (+932)³ X X X X 29
Lionpak 5504
®
25 (3626) Consult Consult n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +500 (+932)³ X X X X 29
Lionpak® 5505 25 (3626) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328) +350 (+662) X X X X 52

Key Key
1 +450°C (+930°F) oxidising conditions, +550°C (+1202°F) steam, +850°C (+1562°F) non-oxidising ‡ May be suitable for higher pressures on certain reciprocating duties: please consult James Walker
2 +450°C (+842°F) oxidising conditions, +550°C (+1022°F) steam Consult Dependent on application; consult James Walker
3 +500°C (+930°F) oxidising conditions, +650°C (+1202°F) steam, +1000°C (+1832°F) non-oxidising n/a Not applicable
4 +1000°C (+1832°F) constant, +1100°C (+2012°F) intermittent Suitable for application
5 +450°C (+930°F) oxidising conditions, +650°C (+1202°F) steam, +1000°C (+1832°F) non-oxidising X Not suitable for application

Operating limits quoted in this publication are not an indication that these values can be applied simultaneously, particularly when
operating near to the extreme limits. Please contact James Walker if you need further guidance on the suitability of any product for your
specific application.
This brochure is supported by further detailed product data sheets and product fitting instructions which are available to download from
the James Walker website at www.jameswalker.biz
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Quick reference
chart
Valve Rotary Reciprocating Static pH Temperatures Media More
details
Product on
Pressure Shaft Speed Pressure Rod Speed Pressure Pressure Process Potable Strong Caustic Molten
pH Range Min °C (°F) Max °C (°F) Steam Gases Oils Solvents Oxygen Food page
MPa (psi) m/s (fpm) MPa (psi) m/s (fpm) MPa (psi) MPa (psi) Water Water Acids Alkalis Salt

Special fibre-based Special fibre-based

Lionpak® 9100 10 (1450) 20 (3937) 2.5 (363) 1 (197) 10 (1450) n/a n/a -50 (-58) +270 (+518) X X X X X X 30
Lionpak® 9101 10 (1450) 10 (1969) 2 (290) n/a n/a Consult Consult -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X X 31
Lionpak® 9102 10 (1450) 10 (1969) 2 (290) n/a n/a Consult Consult -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X X 32
Lionpak® 9500 25 (3626) 17.5 (3445) 2 (290) 2 (394) 25 (3626) n/a n/a -30 (-22) +120 (+248) X X X X X X X X 33

QUICK REFERENCE CHART

Lionpak® 9501 10 (1450) 3 (591) 1 (145) 1 (197) 10 (1450) n/a n/a -40 (-40) +100 (+212) X X X X X X X X X 34
Lionpak® 9600 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Consult Consult -50 (-58) +1000 (+1832)4 X X X X X X 35
Lionpak® 9601 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Consult Consult -50 (-58) +1000 (+1832)4 X X X X X X 53
Lionpak 9602
®
8 (1160) 10 (1969) 2 (290) n/a n/a Consult Consult -50 (-58) +550 (+1022) X X X X X X 54
Lionpak® 9603 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Consult Consult -50 (-58) +550 (+1022) X X X X X X 36
Lionpak® 9605 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.5 (73) 0.5 (73) -10 (+14) +680 (+1256) X X X X X X X X X 55
Fugitive emission packing Fugitive emission packing
Supagraf® Premier 25 (3626)* n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a -200 (-328)** +450 (+842) X X X X X X X X 62
Supagraf Control
®
25 (3626) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a -200 (-328)** +350 (+662) X X X X X X X X 64
Supagraf® HT 10 (1450) n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0-14 -200 (-328)** +650 (+1202) X X X 65
Supagraf® OX 25 (3626)6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a -200 (-328) +300 (+572)6 X X X X X X X 63
Static/tank lid seal Static
Tankatite® 250 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.05 (7) 0.05 (7) -30 (-22) +100 (+212) X X X X X X 68
Tankatite® 440 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.07 (10) 0.07 (10) -50 (-58) +120 (+248) X X X X X 69
Tankatite® 660 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.06 (9) 0.06 (9) -50 (-58) +230 (+446) X X X X X X 70
Tankatite® 880 ACR n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.2 (29) 0.2 (29) -50 (-58) +250 (+482) X X X X X 71
Tankatite® 880 Super n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.2 (29) 0.2 (29) -50 (-58) +120 (+248) X X X X X 72
TorrLid® 162B n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.9 (131) 0.9 (131) Consult Consult X X X X X X X X X 73
TorrLid® 297 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0.9 (131) 0.9 (131) Consult Consult X X X X X X X X X 74

Key Key
1 +450°C (+930°F) oxidising conditions, +550°C (+1202°F) steam, +850°C (+1562°F) non-oxidising ‡ May be suitable for higher pressures on certain reciprocating duties: please consult James Walker
2 +450°C (+842°F) oxidising conditions, +550°C (+1022°F) steam Consult Dependent on application; consult James Walker
3 +500°C (+930°F) oxidising conditions, +650°C (+1202°F) steam, +1000°C (+1832°F) non-oxidising n/a Not applicable
4 +1000°C (+1832°F) constant, +1100°C (+2012°F) intermittent Suitable for application
5 +450°C (+930°F) oxidising conditions, +650°C (+1202°F) steam, +1000°C (+1832°F) non-oxidising X Not suitable for application
6 These values are for use with gaseous oxygen ** For low temperature fugitive emissions performance please contact James Walker
* Consult James Walker for use at higher pressures

Operating limits quoted in this publication are not an indication that these values can be applied simultaneously, particularly when
operating near to the extreme limits. Please contact James Walker if you need further guidance on the suitability of any product for your
specific application.
This brochure is supported by further detailed product data sheets and product fitting instructions which are available to download from
the James Walker website at www.jameswalker.biz
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Range
The complete package for exceptional
products in the performance and value across the
Lionpak portfolio
®
widest range of applications.
Lionpak® is a comprehensive
range of compression packing
products offering exceptional
performance and value.
With over 30 products to choose from,
Lionpak is a range of packing options,
® • Carbon
designed and manufactured using the latest
techniques and materials to meet a wide
variety of technical and commercial
expectations across industrial and
geographical markets.
For ease of understanding and navigation, we have split our
Lionpak® range into two sub categories;
Standard packings Pages 12 - 36
Mainstream products used in the
majority of operational applications
and manufactured in a range of
standard material types.
Behind the brand
The Lion name and icon were chosen
by the company’s founder to protect
his very first patented packing innovation.
The famous Walker Lion trade mark,
for steam and hydraulic packings,
first appeared in March 1889.
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LIONPAK RANGE
Lionpak compression packing products
®
are available in materials to match all
applications, plant operating conditions
®
and maintenance regimes.
• PTFE • Acrylic
• Aramid • Silica
• Natural fibres
• Graphite
In addition, Lionpak meets the following
®
criteria to ensure high integrity sealing in
applications involving the supply of food
and water:
• WRAS approved
• FDA approved
• EU 1935/2004 compliant
Specialised packings Pages 38 - 55
Products developed to tackle the specific
demands of particular applications or
operating conditions. These products will
usually contain unique lubricating packages,
different fibre blends, or be constructed to
a modified design in order to optimise
performance when faced with conditions
such as highly abrasive or corrosive media,
for example.
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Standard
Packings

High purity PTFE

Previously known as Fluolion® Filament D

Lionpak standard packings

Lionpak 2100 is a high-purity Typical applications
®

® white packing, cross-plaited The purity of Lionpak 2100 allows it to be

®

VALVE STEM DUTIES

from tough thermally stable used as a valve packing for potable water
applications. It is also suitable for slow speed Maximum Operating Temperature:

are our core products

PTFE fibre yarn.
pumps handling chemicals. +250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
This yarn is impregnated with densified
Chemical properties -100°C (-148°F)

used in the majority of

particles of PTFE to generate extra Maximum System Pressure:
lubrication. The packing is then cleansed Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
of all organic matter and volatile content. including corrosive acids and alkalis but 25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
excluding molten alkali metals, fluorine

operational applications.
compounds and aqua regia.
Prime features
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
• H
 igh purity, with excellent
How supplied AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
chemical resistance.
All popular square sections from 3 mm to Maximum Operating Temperature:
• L
 ong life valve sealing with
minimum maintenance.
25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m +250°C (+482°F)
(26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed Minimum Operating Temperature:
• C
 lean and highly conformable in the table below. Also supplied as split
for ease of fitting. preformed rings and sets. -100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed:
4 m/s (787 fpm)
Spool ordering information
Maximum System Pressure:
Size Packaged ± 10% 1 MPa/10 bar (145 psi)
mm inch kg lbs
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
RECIPROCATING PUMPS
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
AND RAMS
6.5 1/4 0.9 2 Maximum Operating Temperature:

8.0 5/16 2.3 5 +250°C (+482°F)

Minimum Operating Temperature:
10.0 - 2.3 5
Page reference guide -100°C (-148°F)
11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Maximum Rod Speed:
Lionpak ®
13 Lionpak
®
19 Lionpak®
25 Lionpak
®
31 12.5 1/2 4.5 10 0.5 m/s (98 fpm)
2100 2500 5201 9101 14.0 9/16 4.5 10 Maximum System Pressure:
5 MPa/50 bar (725 psi)
Lionpak ®
14 Lionpak
®
20 Lionpak®
26 Lionpak
®
32 16.0 5/8 4.5 10
2101 2503 5202 9102 20.0 13/16 4.5 10

Lionpak ®
15 Lionpak
®
21 Lionpak®
27 Lionpak
®
33 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
2200 3200 5300 9500 25.0 1 4.5 10

Lionpak ®
16 Lionpak 22 Lionpak 28 Lionpak 34
® ® ®

2201 5100 5303 9501

Lionpak ®
17 Lionpak
®
23 Lionpak 29
®
Lionpak
®
35 APPROVALS
2300 5101 5501/5503/5504 9600
WRAS approved for use
Lionpak ®
18 Lionpak
®
24 Lionpak®
30 Lionpak 36
®
with hot and cold potable
2302 5200 9100 9603 water at up to 85°C (185°F).
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Cross-plaited thermally
Pure dry PTFE packing stable PTFE packing
with low friction capabilities Previously known as Fluolion® Filament L

Lionpak 2101 is an interlocked Typical applications Lionpak 2200 is a cross-plaited Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-100°C (-148°F)
Maximum System Pressure:
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed:
4 m/s (787 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
1 MPa/10 bar (145 psi)
braided packing made of pure
dry PTFE fibre yarn.
It is non-toxic, and contains no lubricants
or additives.
Prime features
• Very low coefficient of friction.
• M
 inimal wear on shafts and sleeves.
• L
 ong service-free life, with virtually no
volume loss due to chemical action.
• V
 ery little gland adjustment needed
after initial installation.
Valves, pumps, mixers, reactors, agitators packing made from tough This high performance packing is used VALVE STEM DUTIES
and extruders, in applications where the low thermally stable PTFE fibre yarn. where its exceptional chemical resistance
friction characteristics of pure PTFE are is required in valves, rotary equipment Maximum Operating Temperature:
required. Recommended for duties in and reciprocating plant. +250°C (+482°F)
compressed air systems. Impregnated with densified particles of Minimum Operating Temperature:
PTFE to generate additional lubrication.
Chemical properties -100°C (-148°F)
Chemical properties Maximum System Pressure:
Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
Inert to chemicals within the range pH 0 -14, Prime features including corrosive acids and alkalis but 15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
excluding molten alkali metals, fluorine • E
 xcellent chemical resistance. excluding molten alkali metals, fluorine
compounds and aqua regia. compounds and aqua regia.
• H
 igh performance sealing in valve
and pump applications. CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
How supplied • L
 ong and efficient working life with How supplied AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
All popular square sections from 3 mm to minimum maintenance requirements. All popular square sections from 3 mm to Maximum Operating Temperature:
50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m • C
 lean and highly conformable for 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m +250°C (+482°F)
(26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed ease of fitting. (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed Minimum Operating Temperature:
in the table below. Also supplied as split in the table below. Also supplied as split
preformed rings and sets. preformed rings and sets. -100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed:
10 m/s (1969 fpm)
Spool ordering information Spool ordering information
Maximum System Pressure:
Size Packaged ± 10% Size Packaged ± 10% 2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi)
mm inch kg lbs mm inch kg lbs

3.0 1/8 0.9 2 3.0 1/8 0.9 2

RECIPROCATING PUMPS RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 5.0 3/16 0.9 2
AND RAMS
Maximum Operating Temperature: 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F) 8.0 5/16 0.9 2 8.0 5/16 2.3 5 +250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: Minimum Operating Temperature:
10.0 - 2.3 5 10.0 - 2.3 5
-100°C (-148°F) -100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Rod Speed: 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Maximum Rod Speed:
0.5 m/s (98 fpm) 12.5 1/2 2.3 5 12.5 1/2 4.5 10 1.0 m/s (197 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure: Maximum System Pressure:
14.0 9/16 2.3 5 14.0 9/16 4.5 10
5 MPa/50 bar (725 psi) 10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi)
16.0 5/8 4.5 10 16.0 5/8 4.5 10

20.0 13/16 4.5 10 20.0 13/16 4.5 10

22.0 7/8 4.5 10 22.0 7/8 4.5 10

25.0 1 4.5 10 25.0 1 4.5 10

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Dimensionally stable PTFE 100% GFO® yarn packing

for chemical processing Previously known as Fluograf®

Lionpak 2201 is a duplex Typical applications Lionpak 2300 is a highly Chemical properties
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES braided packing of pure Recommended for both static and dynamic versatile product that Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14 VALVE STEM DUTIES
PTFE fibre yarns. operations with pumps, valves, mixers, adds a new dimension including steam, but excluding strong
Maximum Operating Temperature: reactors, agitators, dryers and air oxidising agents such as aqua regia, fuming Maximum Operating Temperature:
to compression packing
+250°C (+482°F) compressors. Suitable for duties with nitric acid, oleum, and molten alkali metals. +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: It contains James Walker’s proprietary acids and alkalis of any concentration, reliability and performance. Minimum Operating Temperature:
break-in lubricant and a PTFE dispersion. solvents, organic and inorganic
-100°C (-148°F) chemicals, petrochemicals, dyestuffs, How supplied -100°C (-148°F)
Maximum System Pressure: paints and synthetic resins. Made totally from WL Gore & Associates’ Maximum System Pressure:
highly developed GFO yarn - combining
®
All popular square sections from 3 mm to
15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi) Prime features
the benefits of ePTFE, graphite and high 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m 8 MPa/80 bar (1160 psi)
• N
 on-toxic and inert to protect the temperature lubricants - this cross-plaited (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed
Chemical properties
purity and safety of fluid media. packing offers the ideal balance between in the table below. Also supplied as split
Compatible with media in the range density, resilience, strength and durability. preformed rings and sets.
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS • D
 imensionally stable to ensure CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
pH 0 -14, excluding strong oxidisers,
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT trouble-free operational life with AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
molten alkali metals and fluorine
reduced maintenance costs. Spool ordering information
Maximum Operating Temperature: compounds and aqua regia. Prime features Maximum Operating Temperature:
• Inlube break-in lubricant provides
+250°C (+482°F) additional lubrication during the complete • E
 xtended service life - by up to 400% Size Packaged ± 10% +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: operational life of the product. How supplied in harsh environments. Minimum Operating Temperature:
mm inch kg lbs
-100°C (-148°F) • P
 TFE dispersion acts as a blocking All popular square sections from 3 mm to • W
 ell proven with aggressive media. -100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed: 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
3.0 1/8 0.9 2 Maximum Shaft Speed:
agent and antifriction additive. • H
 igh thermal conductivity for cool running.
10 m/s (1969 fpm) (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed
• L
 ow coefficient of friction and
5.0 3/16 0.9 2 22 m/s (4331 fpm)*
in the table below. Also supplied as split
Maximum System Pressure:
preformed rings and sets. minimal shaft wear. 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 Maximum System Pressure:
2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi) • V
 ery good start-up and emergency 2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
8.0 5/16 2.3 5
running characteristics.
Spool ordering information 10.0 - 2.3 5
• N
 on-hardening.
RECIPROCATING PUMPS Size Packaged ± 10% 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS AND RAMS
mm inch kg lbs Typical applications 12.5 1/2 4.5 10
Maximum Operating Temperature: Maximum Operating Temperature:
3.0 1/8 0.9 2 Valves and pumps handling aggressive 14.0 9/16 4.5 10
+250°C (+482°F) chemical media in the petrochemical, +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 pulp and paper, power generation and 16.0 5/8 4.5 10 Minimum Operating Temperature:
-100°C (-148°F) 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 metallurgical sectors - as well as 20.0 13/16 4.5 10 -100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Rod Speed: cold potable water, and steam at up Maximum Rod Speed:
8.0 5/16 0.9 2 to 260°C (500°F). 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
1.0 m/s (197 fpm) 1.0 m/s (197 fpm)
10.0 - 2.3 5 25.0 1 4.5 10
Maximum System Pressure: Maximum System Pressure:
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 8 MPa/80 bar (1160 psi)**
12.5 1/2 2.3 5 Notes:
*Refer to James Walker for duties
14.0 9/16 2.3 5 up to 28 m/s (5512 fpm).
16.0 5/8 4.5 10 **More severe duties can be sealed
with specially designed arrangements.
20.0 13/16 4.5 10 GFO is a registered trademark of
®

WL Gore & Associates.

22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
APPROVALS

WRAS approved for use

with cold potable water up
to 23°C (73°F)
18 19

Tough, high performance

PTFE/graphite for resilience packing with elastomer core
and excellent chemical resistance Previously known as Hornet

Lionpak 2302 is an improved Typical applications Lionpak 2500 is a high Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES duplex braided packing Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, performance packing that Valves and pumps handling abrasive and VALVE STEM DUTIES
of expanded PTFE with high valves, large diameter shafts, reactor absorbs the eccentric action aggressive slurries in pulp and paper mills,
Maximum Operating Temperature: vessels, agitators, mixers and autoclaves. petrochemical plants, sewage works, Maximum Operating Temperature:
quality graphite intimately of worn shafts, spindles and
+250°C (+482°F) Suitable for duties with acids and alkalis metallurgical plants and china clay works. +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
entrapped in the porous of any concentration, phosphoric acid, bearings. It has a central core of Also suitable for potable water and steam. Minimum Operating Temperature:
structure of the PTFE resin. hydrocarbons, solvents, raw water, temperature resistant elastomer.
-100°C (-148°F) demineralised water, condensate and
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum System Pressure: cooling water. Chemical properties Maximum System Pressure:
8 MPa/80 bar (1160 psi) The product is further lubricated with This square sectioned packing is
Compatible with media in the range pH 2-13, 25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
molybdenum disulphide (MoS2). cross-plaited with tough aramid fibres
including water, steam, fuels, oils, solvents,
Chemical properties at the corners to resist abrasion and wear.
waxes, and mild acids and alkalis.
PTFE/graphite yarn at the centre of each
Prime features Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS side dissipates heat and presents a low CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
excluding strong oxidisers, molten alkali
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT • A
 dense packing offering a high degree friction face to the shaft or spindle. How supplied AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
metals and fluorine compounds.
Maximum Operating Temperature: of resilience and dimensional stability. Maximum Operating Temperature:
All popular square sections from 5 mm to
+250°C (+482°F) • T
 he graphite provides heat dissipation to
How supplied
Prime features 25 mm (3/16" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: enhance the product’s long and efficient (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed Minimum Operating Temperature:
• E
 xcellent abrasion resistance.
working life, which is also improved by All popular square sections from 3 mm to in the table below. Also supplied as split
-100°C (-148°F) the excellent thermal conductivity of 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m • S
 uperior compression and recovery preformed rings and sets. -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed: molybdenum disulphide. (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed characteristics with out-of-true shafts Maximum Shaft Speed:
22 m/s (4331 fpm) • M
 olybdenum disulphide enhances high in the table below. Also supplied as split and spindles. 20 m/s (3937 fpm)
preformed rings and sets. Spool ordering information
Maximum System Pressure: speed rotary operations by minimising • E
 xcellent extrusion resistance. Maximum System Pressure:
1 MPa/10 bar (145 psi) friction and wear. Size Packaged ± 10% 2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
• L
 ow shaft wear.
• T
 he molybdenum disulphide content also Spool ordering information mm inch kg lbs
• T
 he high density elastomeric core provides
provides good chemical resistance.
Size Packaged ± 10% resilience and resistance to high working
pressures, and can absorb the vibration
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
RECIPROCATING PUMPS RECIPROCATING PUMPS
mm inch kg lbs and eccentric movement created by worn 6.5 1/4 0.9 2
AND RAMS AND RAMS
running surfaces.
Maximum Operating Temperature: 3.0 1/8 0.9 2 8.0 5/16 2.3 5 Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F) 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 10.0 - 2.3 5 +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: Minimum Operating Temperature:
6.5 1/4 0.9 2 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
-100°C (-148°F) -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Rod Speed:
8.0 5/16 2.3 5 12.5 1/2 4.5 10 Maximum Rod Speed:
1.0 m/s (197 fpm) 10.0 - 2.3 5 14.0 9/16 4.5 10 2.0 m/s (394 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure: 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 16.0 5/8 4.5 10
Maximum System Pressure:
8 MPa/80 bar (1160 psi) 12.5 1/2 4.5 10
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi)
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
14.0 9/16 4.5 10 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10 25.0 1 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10

APPROVALS

WRAS approved for use

with cold and hot potable
water up to 85°C (185°F)
20 21

Tough, high performance aramid packing

PTFE/graphite/aramid for resistant to chemicals at high temperature
highly abrasive chemical media Previously known as Duramid ®

Lionpak 2503 is a combination Typical applications Lionpak 3200 is a tough, Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES packing, with tough but smooth Pumps, valves, reactors, autoclaves, mixers, high performance packing, Valves and pumps handling abrasive and VALVE STEM DUTIES
aramid fibre yarn at the corners, agitators, refiners, pistons, hydraulic presses cross-plaited from texturised aggressive media in pulp and paper mills,
Maximum Operating Temperature: and hammers. It can also be used as a petrochemical plants, power stations, Maximum Operating Temperature:
ePTFE/graphite solid yarn with aramid yarns.
+250°C (+482°F) replacement for traditional lip seals in metallurgical plants, sewage works and china +250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
a break-in lubricant at the faces, certain applications. clay works. Also suitable for potable water, Minimum Operating Temperature:
and a solid core of extruded medium pressure steam, and hardening
-50°C (-58°F) Recommended for duties with ammonia and Each yarn is uniformly impregnated with
fluids such as tar and bitumen.
-50°C (-58°F)
elastomeric cord. carbamate solutions. Also suitable for use PTFE dispersion and a silicone-based
Maximum System Pressure: Maximum System Pressure:
with oxidising and non-oxidising liquids and lubricant that resists chemical attack at
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi) gases, fine chemical slurries, hydrazine, high temperatures. 15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
The aramid yarn is impregnated with Chemical properties
trisodium phosphate, sodium
an antifriction fluoropolymer dispersion hexametaphosphate, black and green liquor, Compatible with media in the range pH 2-13,
and a special break-in lubricant. paper pulp, pulp diluted with water, water Prime features including water, oils, solvents, medium
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS slurries, acids, alkalis and molasses. strength acids and alkalis. CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
• S
 uitable for a very wide range of media.
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Prime features • E
 xcellent abrasion resistance.
Maximum Operating Temperature: Maximum Operating Temperature:
• E
 xceedingly durable packing, with inherent Chemical properties How supplied
+250°C (+482°F) • L
 ong service life with minimal shaft wear. +250°C (+482°F)
dimensional stability, that offers high Compatible with media in the range pH 1-13. All popular square sections from 3 mm to
Minimum Operating Temperature: • Resilient and responsive in operation. Minimum Operating Temperature:
integrity sealing throughout its long 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m
-50°C (-58°F) operational life. (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed: • P
 TFE/graphite running faces How supplied in the table below. Also supplied as split Maximum Shaft Speed:
20 m/s (3937 fpm) provide excellent heat dissipation All popular square sections from 6.5 mm to
preformed rings and sets. 20 m/s (3937 fpm)*
Maximum System Pressure: with cool running. 25 mm (1/4" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m Maximum System Pressure:
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi) • A
 ramid yarn at its corners helps to (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed 2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi)
Spool ordering information
withstand the rigours of reciprocating in the table below. Also supplied as split
plunger pump operation. preformed rings and sets. Size Packaged ± 10%
• T
 he high density elastomeric core provides mm inch kg lbs
RECIPROCATING PUMPS resilience and resistance to high working RECIPROCATING PUMPS
Spool ordering information
AND RAMS pressures, and can absorb the vibration 3.0 1/8 0.9 2 AND RAMS
Maximum Operating Temperature: and eccentric movement created Size Packaged ± 10% Maximum Operating Temperature:
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
+250°C (+482°F) by worn running surfaces. +250°C (+482°F)
mm inch kg lbs
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
Minimum Operating Temperature: Minimum Operating Temperature:
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
8.0 5/16 2.3 5
-50°C (-58°F) -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Rod Speed: 8.0 5/16 0.9 2
10.0 - 2.3 5 Maximum Rod Speed:
2.0 m/s (394 fpm) 10.0 - 2.3 5
11.0 7/16 2.3 5 1.5 m/s (295 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure: Maximum System Pressure:
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
12.5 1/2 4.5 10
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) 15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes: *Refer to James Walker for higher APPROVALS

speed duties.
WRAS approved for use
with cold and hot potable
water up to 85°C (185°F)
22 23

High purity exfoliated

graphite packing Reinforced graphite for high integrity
Previously known as Ribbonpak sealing with aggressive media

Lionpak 5100 is a high purity Typical applications Lionpak 5101 is a braided Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES exfoliated 98% graphite ribbon, High speed rotary pumps handling water packing comprising expanded Centrifugal pumps, valves, dryers and VALVE STEM DUTIES
plaited into a length-form or slurry in pulp and paper processing. Also graphite fibre, with 99% reactors. Suitable for use with superheated
Maximum Operating Temperatures: a general purpose valve stem packing for and saturated steam, gases, petrochemicals, Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Steam packing for convenient minimum purity, reinforced Steam
steam and chemical processing duties. hydrocarbons, hot oil, thermic fluid, acids
+550°C (+1022°F) on-site maintenance. with a non-metallic filament. and alkalis, solvents, organic chemicals, +550°C (+1022°F)
Oxidising conditions emissive fluids and nitrous oxide. Oxidising conditions
Chemical properties
+450°C (+842°F) Prime features It is impregnated with James Walker’s Please note that this packing is unsuitable +450°C (+842°F)
Non-oxidising Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14, proprietary high temperature, graphite-based for reciprocating duties.
• E
 xcellent chemical resistance across an excluding strong oxidising agents. Negligible dispersion to enhance sealability. Minimum Operating Temperature:
+850°C (+1562°F) exceptionally wide temperature range. volatile content. Low in extractable trace
impurities such as chloride and sulphur. Chemical properties
-200°C (-328°F)
• R
 eplaces moulded graphite sealing rings.
Minimum Operating Temperature: Maximum System Pressure:
Prime features Compatible with media in the range pH 0-14,
• F
 lexible and compressible.
-200°C (-328°F) • H
 igh integrity sealing over long excluding strong oxidising agents. 10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi)
Maximum System Pressure: • E
 asy to install - no special tools needed. How supplied
operational periods.
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi) • R
 educes stockholding requirements. All popular square sections from 3 mm (1/8")
• E
 xcellent chemical resistance across
upwards in boxes containing 8 m (26' 3"), How supplied
in coil form or on spools as detailed in the a very wide temperature range. CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
All popular square sections from 3 mm to AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
table below. Also supplied as split preformed • L
 ubrication system assists self-adjustment 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS rings and sets. when the gland is tightened. Maximum Operating Temperatures:
(26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT Steam
in the table below. Also supplied as split
Maximum Operating Temperatures: preformed rings and sets. +550°C (+1022°F)
Steam
Spool ordering information
Oxidising conditions
+550°C (+1022°F) Size Packaged ± 10% +450°C (+842°F)
Spool ordering information
Oxidising conditions mm inch kg lbs
+450°C (+842°F) Size Packaged ± 10% Minimum Operating Temperature:
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
-200°C (-328°F)
Non-oxidising mm inch kg lbs
+850°C (+1562°F) 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 Maximum Shaft Speed:
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
6.5 1/4 2.3 5 20 m/s (3937 fpm)
Minimum Operating Temperature: 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 Maximum System Pressure:
-200°C (-328°F) 8.0 5/16 2.3 5
6.5 1/4 0.9 2 3.5 MPa/35 bar (508 psi)
Maximum Shaft Speed: 10.0 - 2.3 5
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
25 m/s (4921 fpm) 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
Maximum System Pressure: 10.0 - 2.3 5
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi) 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
24 25

High purity exfoliated graphite packing

with Inconel reinforcement ®

Expanded graphite packing

Previously known as Ribbonpak Type M reinforced with Inconel wire ®

Lionpak 5200 is a premium Typical applications Lionpak 5201 is a packing Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES grade packing comprising Valves handling steam, condensate, fuel, comprising soft expanded Mainly valves and soot blowers, although it VALVE STEM DUTIES
exfoliated graphite fibre of oils, gases, chemicals, process water or graphite fibre of high 99% can be used at low speeds on rotary kilns
Maximum Operating Temperatures: effluent. This product is widely used in and dryers. Suitable for use with superheated Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Steam high 98% carbon content, carbon content, reinforced Steam
petrochemical plants, refineries, power and saturated steam, hydrocarbons,
+650°C (+1202°F) reinforced with Inconel wires. with multiple Inconel wires +550°C (+1022°F)
® ®

stations and steel mills. petrochemicals, solvents, thermic fluid,

Oxidising conditions in each strand. acids, alkalis and gases. Oxidising conditions
+450°C (+842°F) The graphite fibres are reinforced with Chemical properties
+450°C (+842°F)
Non-oxidising fine Inconel wires and are dry having
®

The fibres are impregnated with Chemical properties

no additives or dispersion in order to Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14, Minimum Operating Temperature:
+1000°C (+1832°F) excluding strong oxidising agents. Negligible
James Walker’s proprietary, high
Compatible with media in the range pH 0-14,
maximise temperature capabilities.
volatile content. Low in extractable trace
temperature, graphite-based dispersion,
excluding strong oxidising agents.
-200°C (-328°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: and the packing is further treated with Maximum System Pressure:
impurities such as chloride and sulphur.
an inorganic passive corrosion inhibitor.
-200°C (-328°F) Prime features 30 MPa/300 bar (4351 psi)
Maximum System Pressure: How supplied
• W
 ire reinforcement enhances the How supplied
30 MPa/300 bar (4351 psi) mechanical strength of the packing Prime features All popular square sections from 3 mm to
to resist high pressures. All popular square sections from 3 mm (1/8") 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
• M
 ultiple wire reinforcement enhances the
upwards in boxes containing 8 m (26’ 3”), (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed
• E
 xceptional temperature range. mechanical strength of the packing where
in coil form or on spools as detailed in the in the table below. Also supplied as split
pressure fluctuations and/or surges occur.
• L
 ow friction and high thermal conductivity. table below. Also supplied as split preformed preformed rings and sets.
rings and sets. • G
 raphite-based dispersion acts
• E
 asy to cut, shape and install. as a blocking agent.
• E
 xcellent chemical resistance. Spool ordering information
• C
 orrosion inhibitor safeguards metallic
Spool ordering information
• L
 ong service life with rotary interfaces from galvanic corrosion. Size Packaged ± 10%
or rising stem valves. Size Packaged ± 10% • E
 asy to cut, shape and install. mm inch kg lbs
mm inch kg lbs • E
 xcellent chemical resistance.
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
3.0 1/8 0.9 2 • T
 hird-party tested and certified to: API 607
Edition 7 Fire Safety / ISO 10497:2010. 5.0 3/16 0.9 2
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
10.0 - 2.3 5
10.0 - 2.3 5
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes: Inconel is a registered trademark

®

Notes: Inconel is a registered trademark of Special Metals Corporation.

®

of Special Metals Corporation.

APPROVALS

API 607 Edition 7

Fire Safety
26 27

Premier quality graphite packing

Expanded graphite packing with corrosion inhibitors
reinforced with Inconel wire ®
Previously known as Grafpak

Lionpak 5202 is an Typical applications Lionpak 5300 is a dense, Typical applications

® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES economical packing made Valves and autoclaves, but can also be used high strength packing of Control valves and main stop valves on high VALVE STEM DUTIES
of expanded high purity 99% on slow speed rotary duties with rotary kilns. cross-plaited premier quality temperature/pressure steam circuits at power
Maximum Operating Temperatures: Suitable for use with superheated steam stations, chemical plants, industrial services, Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Steam graphite fibre reinforced graphite filament yarns. Steam
and saturated steam, hydrocarbons, and on marine installations. Also suitable for
+550°C (+1022°F) with a single Inconel wire +550°C (+1022°F)
®

Oxidising conditions
+450°C (+842°F)
petrochemicals, thermic fluids and hot oils. duties with water, condensate, alkalis, acids,
in each strand. Treated with pure graphite before and solvents and most chemicals. Oxidising conditions
Chemical properties
after plaiting, and further treated with +550°C (+1022°F)
corrosion inhibitors.
The packing is reinforced with Inconel wire Chemical properties
®

Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14, Non-oxidising*

Minimum Operating Temperature: and is impregnated with James Walker’s
excluding strong oxidising agents. Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
-200°C (-328°F) proprietary graphite-based dispersion to Prime features excluding strong oxidising agents. Minimum Operating Temperature:
enhance sealability, and further treated with
Maximum System Pressure:
a corrosion inhibitor. • S
 uitable for a wide range of aggressive -50°C (-58°F)
30 MPa/300 bar (4351 psi) How supplied
media at elevated temperatures. Maximum System Pressure:
How supplied
All popular square sections from 3 mm to
• L
 ow friction for low torque valve action. 15 MPa/150 bar
Prime features 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m All popular square sections from 3 mm (1/8")
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed • T
 ough and resistant to fretting upwards in boxes containing 8 m (26’ 3”), (2175 psi) typical**
• S
 ingle wire reinforcement enhances and extrusion.
in the table below. Also supplied as split in coil form or on spools as detailed in the
the mechanical strength of the packing
preformed rings and sets. table below. Also supplied as split preformed
to resist continuous pressure.
rings and sets.
• G
 raphite-based dispersion acts
as a blocking agent. Spool ordering information
Spool ordering information
• C
 orrosion inhibitor safeguards metallic Size Packaged ± 10%
interfaces from galvanic corrosion. Size Packaged ± 10%
mm inch kg lbs
• E
 asy to cut, shape and install. mm inch kg lbs
• E
 xcellent chemical resistance.
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
8.0 5/16 2.3 5
10.0 - 2.3 5
10.0 - 2.3 5
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
12.5 1/2 4.5 10
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes: Inconel is a registered trademark

®

of Special Metals Corporation. Notes:

*Significantly higher, refer to James Walker.
**Refer to James Walker for
higher pressures.
28 29

Carbon fibre strength Graphite moulded rings

with dry running capability with outstanding qualities

Lionpak 5303 is a tough, Typical applications Lionpak graphite moulded rings Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+350°C (+662°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum System Pressure:
20 MPa/200 bar (2900 psi)
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+350°C (+662°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed:
20 m/s (3937 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
carbon fibre packing,
thoroughly impregnated
with James Walker’s
proprietary suspension
to enhance sealability.
This suspension is based on PTFE,
high temperature lubricant and
• excluding strong oxidising agents.
corrosion inhibitors.
Prime features
• Recommended for applications
• with corrosive chemicals.
• T
 ough carbon fibre construction capable
of handling steam and operating on dry
running shafts.
• E
 ntrapping the suspension in a
braided carbon fibre matrix provides
a compression packing with excellent
lubrication as well as superior blocking
Pumps, valves, and other static or dynamic
equipment handling corrosive chemicals.
Suitable for duties with steam and hot water,
acids and alkalis, organic chemicals, dry
powder and thermic fluids.
Chemical properties
Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
How supplied
All popular square sections from 3 mm
to 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing
8 m (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as
detailed in the table below. Also supplied
as split preformed rings and sets.
Spool ordering information
Size Packaged ± 10%
are high-efficiency, moulded
graphite sealing rings, produced
to precise density and size.
They are manufactured from
expanded high purity flexible
graphite foil with an oxidation
inhibitor. They do not contain
binders, elastomers or fillers.
The difference between the three model
numbers is the purity of the graphite foil
from which the rings are manufactured.
Prime features
• O
 utstanding sealing performance over
long adjustment-free periods.
• E
 xcellent chemical resistance.
• V
 ery wide temperature range.
• L
 ionpak 5503 moulded rings conform
®
Valves and rotary equipment handling VALVE STEM DUTIES
virtually any media. These rings are ideal
for duties with high-temperature steam, Maximum Operating Temperatures:
Steam
demineralised water, heat transfer media,
petroleum products, inorganic and organic +650°C (+1202°F)
acids, alkalis, hot waxes and oils. Oxidising conditions
+500°C (+932°F)
Non-oxidising
Material properties
+1000°C (+1832°F)
• Compatible with media in the
• range pH 0 -14.
Minimum Operating Temperature:
• Sulphur content (typical): ≤300 ppm.
-200°C (-328°F)
• N
 o loss of volatiles at high temperature.
Maximum System Pressure:
• L
 ower limiting temperatures apply when 25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
used with oxidising agents, e.g. nitric acid.
• T
 hermal conductivity, ring of density
1.4 g/cm3: (SG 1.4): axial: 400 W/mK;
CERTAIN ROTARY EQUIPMENT
radial: 6 W/mK.
Consult James Walker for details.
• Coefficient of friction to steel: 0.05.

How supplied
of body leakage. mm inch kg lbs to Shell material specification RECOMMENDED RING DENSITIES
MESC SPE 85/203. Precision moulded rings in endless form,
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
or with single split or matched scarf-split
For valve stem duties:

5.0 3/16 0.9 2 halves. Sections 1.5 mm to 40 mm 1.6 g/cm3 (SG 1.6)
RECIPROCATING PUMPS
(1/16" to 19/16"); diameters 2 mm to 1200 mm For rotary duties:
AND RAMS 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 (or 3/32" to 47¼"). 1.5 g/cm3 (SG 1.5)
Maximum Operating Temperature:
8.0 5/16 2.3 5 For special applications:
+350°C (+662°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: 10.0 - 2.3 5 Mixture of ring densities
-50°C (-58°F) 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
Maximum Rod Speed:
12.5 1/2 4.5 10
2.0 m/s (394 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
14.0 9/16 4.5 10 Lionpak ®
Lionpak ®
Lionpak ®

5501 5503 5504

15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)* 16.0 5/8 4.5 10
Graphite purity [%] 98 99 99.85
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
Ash content [%] 2 1 0.15
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
Density range [g/cm3 /SG] 1.4 - 1.8 1.4 - 1.8 1.4 - 1.8
25.0 1 4.5 10
Sulphur content [ppm] ≤300 ≤300 ≤300

Notes: *May be suitable for higher Chloride content [ppm] ≤25 ≤10 ≤10
pressures on certain reciprocating duties;
Fluoride content [ppm] ≤25 ≤10 ≤10
please consult James Walker.
Halogen content [ppm] ≤100 ≤50 ≤50

Oxidation rate in air at <5 <4 <4

670°C (1238°F) [%/hour]

Passive oxidation inhibitor Yes Yes Yes

30 31

Synthetic packing with

silicone-free lubrication Acrylic-based packing
Previously known as Fluolion Emulsion XA-P ®
for general duties

Lionpak 9100 is a universal Typical applications Lionpak 9101 is an economical Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES packing comprising a unique Pumps, valves and rotating plant that handle packing braided from strong Recommended as an economical general duty VALVE STEM DUTIES
synthetic yarn, densified hot, abrasive and highly caustic fluid media. acrylic fibre. packing for valves, centrifugal pumps and rotary
Maximum Operating Temperature: This packing is widely used in contact with equipment. It is also ideal for static applications Maximum Operating Temperature:
with particles of PTFE and
+270°C (+518°F) hot slurries and effluents at pulp and paper including tank lids, hatches and inspection +250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
treated with an advanced mills and alumina processing plants. It is also covers. It is not suitable for reciprocating pumps Minimum Operating Temperature:
It is impregnated with James Walker’s proprietary
silicone-free lubricant. employed as a general purpose packing in or rams.
-50°C (-58°F) the chemical industry.
PTFE-based dispersion. -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum System Pressure: Maximum System Pressure:
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) The impregnated yarns are cross-plaited Prime features
Chemical properties 10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi)
over an elastomeric core, which enables Chemical properties
Compatible with media in the range pH 2-12.
this packing to absorb the eccentric actions • B
 etter mechanical strength than packings
Compatible with media in the range pH 1-14.
of worn shafts and bearings running in made of flax.
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS very harsh environments. • S
 uitable for use on clean water duties. How supplied CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT How supplied AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
• Easy to cut and fit; simple to remove. All popular square sections from 3 mm
Maximum Operating Temperature: All popular square sections from 3 mm to 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m Maximum Operating Temperature:
Prime features • P
 TFE-based dispersion enhances chemical
+270°C (+518°F) to 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing
resistance and improves the density and
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed +250°C (+482°F)
• Excellent chemical resistance. 8 m (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as in the table below. Also supplied as split
Minimum Operating Temperature: sealing ability of the product. Minimum Operating Temperature:
• Excellent abrasion resistance. detailed in the table below. Also supplied preformed rings and sets.
-50°C (-58°F) as split preformed rings and sets. -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed: • L
 ow friction and low wear on shaft sleeves. Maximum Shaft Speed:
20 m/s (3937 fpm) • C
 ontains non-contaminating lubricants. Spool ordering information 10 m/s (1969 fpm)
Spool ordering information
Maximum System Pressure: Size Packaged ± 10% Maximum System Pressure:
2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi) Size Packaged ± 10%
mm inch kg lbs
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
mm inch kg lbs
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
3.0 1/8 0.9 2
RECIPROCATING PUMPS 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 STATIC DUTIES
AND RAMS 5.0 3/16 0.9 2
6.5 1/4 0.9 2 Maximum Operating Temperature:
Maximum Operating Temperature: 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 +250°C (+482°F)
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
+270°C (+518°F) 8.0 5/16 2.3 5 Minimum Operating Temperature:
10.0 - 2.3 5
Minimum Operating Temperature:
10.0 - 2.3 5 -50°C (-58°F)
-50°C (-58°F) 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Maximum Static Pressure:
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
Maximum Rod Speed:
12.5 1/2 2.3 5 Dependent on application*
1.0 m/s (197 fpm) 12.5 1/2 4.5 10
Maximum System Pressure:
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) 16.0 5/8 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes: *Please consult James Walker.

32 33

Versatile natural yarn packing

Acrylic-based packing with PTFE lubrication
for general duties Previously known as Ramiex

Lionpak 9102 is an economical Typical applications Lionpak 9500 is a versatile, Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum System Pressure:
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi)
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed:
10 m/s (1969 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
STATIC DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F)
packing braided from strong
acrylic fibre.
It is impregnated with James Walker's
proprietary graphite-based dispersion.
Prime features
• B
 etter mechanical strength than packings
made of flax.
• S
 uitable for use on clean water duties.
• Easy to cut and fit; simple to remove.
• G
 raphite-based dispersion improves the
density and sealing ability of the product.
Recommended as an economical general high-performance packing, Used with great success in the mining and VALVE STEM DUTIES
duty packing for valves, centrifugal pumps cross-plaited from top quality quarrying industries on reciprocating pumps
and rotary equipment. It is also ideal for static working at 30 MPa with water containing highly Maximum Operating Temperature:
bleached ramie fibre yarns that
applications including tank lids, hatches and abrasive particles. Also used for water-based +120°C (+248°F)
inspection covers. It is not suitable for are impregnated with an hydraulic systems, pulp and paper processing Minimum Operating Temperature:
reciprocating pumps or rams. advanced PTFE dispersion with cellulose slurry, brine circulation, cooling
water systems, and with fluids that crystallise
-30°C (-22°F)
lubricant. The result is a
or contain suspended solids. Maximum System Pressure:
consistent packing of uniform
Chemical properties 25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
density and compressibility.
Compatible with media in the range pH 2 -12.
Chemical properties
Compatible with media in the range pH 4-11.
How supplied Ramie, a tropical nettle plant, produces a fibre CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
of extreme durability, rot resistance and AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
All popular square sections from 3 mm significantly greater strength than flax, cotton
How supplied Maximum Operating Temperature:
to 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m or hemp.
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed All popular square sections from 3 mm +120°C (+248°F)
in the table below. Also supplied as split to 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m Minimum Operating Temperature:
preformed rings and sets. Prime features (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed
in the table below. Also supplied as split -30°C (-22°F)
• O
 utstanding extrusion resistance. Maximum Shaft Speed:
preformed rings and sets.
Spool ordering information • O
 utstanding abrasion resistance. 17.5 m/s (3445 fpm)
Size Packaged ± 10% • O
 utstanding rot resistance. Maximum System Pressure:
Spool ordering information
mm inch kg lbs • L
 ow friction and low wear. 2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
Size Packaged ± 10%
• K
 ind to shafts and sleeves.
3.0 1/8 0.9 2 mm inch kg lbs
5.0 3/16 0.9 2 3.0 1/8 0.9 2 RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS
6.5 1/4 0.9 2 5.0 3/16 0.9 2
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
Maximum Operating Temperature:

Minimum Operating Temperature:

6.5 1/4 0.9 2 +120°C (+248°F)
10.0 - 2.3 5 8.0 5/16 2.3 5
-50°C (-58°F) Minimum Operating Temperature:

Maximum Static Pressure: 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 10.0 - 2.3 5 -30°C (-22°F)
Dependent on application* 12.5 1/2 2.3 5 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
Maximum Rod Speed:
2.0 m/s (394 fpm)
14.0 9/16 2.3 5 12.5 1/2 4.5 10 Maximum System Pressure:
16.0 5/8 4.5 10 14.0 9/16 4.5 10 25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
20.0 13/16 4.5 10 16.0 5/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10 20.0 13/16 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
Notes: *Please consult James Walker.
34 35

Non-hazardous fibre packing for

Flax fibre with water compatibility very high temperature applications
for marine and general duties Previously known as Valcor Hi-Temp ®

Typical applications Lionpak 9600 is a compression

®
Health & Safety considerations
Lionpak 9501 is a braided
®

VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+100°C (+212°F)
packing of tough flax
fibre impregnated with
James Walker’s proprietary
This packing is highly compatible with water.
It is recommended for duties with stern glands,
rudder posts, water wheels, pumps and valves.
Suitable for use with river water, sea water,
packing for very high Average diameter of the mineral fibre
STATIC AND SLOW
temperature duties. used is 9μm (354μin), which is considered
non-hazardous to health. No protection for
ROTARY DUTIES ONLY
breathing, eye, hand or body is required by Maximum Operating Temperature (constant):

Minimum Operating Temperature: PTFE and oil-based dispersion. surface water, waste water and sewage. It is manufactured from an exceptionally the World Health Organisation or European 1000°C (1832°F)
stable fibre material that is soft, non-irritating, Union during the product’s normal storage,
-40°C (-40°F) non-hazardous, and is not limited by handling and use.
Maximum Operating Temperature (intermittent):

Maximum System Pressure:
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi)
Prime features Chemical properties World Health Organisation or European 1100°C (2012°F)
For further details please request a copy
• E
 conomical packing of tough flax Compatible with media in the range pH 5 -10.
Union restrictions. of our Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Please note
Minimum Working Temperature:

CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+100°C (+212°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
fibre construction.
• Recommended for water duties.
• R
 esistant to deformation.
• L
 ubrication package minimises scoring
of sleeves and shafts.
The yarn is spun into a flexible yarn and with that normal ceramic fibres, as often used in -50°C (-58°F)
low percentage of glass fibre and Inconel the manufacture of very high temperature
How supplied wire reinforcement. It contains no organic compression packings, are around 3μm
agenst or processing additives. It therefore (118μin) in diameter. These much finer fibres
All popular square sections from 3 mm to
retains its physical and chemical properties are now considered hazardous to health, with
50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing
at very high temperatures and does not WHO and EU restrictions applied to the
8 m (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as
decompose into hazardous substances. products that contain them.
detailed in the table below. Also supplied
as split preformed rings and sets.

-40°C (-40°F) Prime features How supplied

Maximum Shaft Speed: Spool ordering information • N
 on-hazardous heat resistant Available as densely braided compression
3 m/s (591 fpm) fibre construction. packings - square, round and rectangular - in
Size Packaged ± 10% sections from 5 mm to 100 mm (3/16" to 4"),
Maximum System Pressure: • A
 lternative for normal ceramic
mm inch kg lbs and in any length in boxes containing 8 m
1 MPa/10 bar (145 psi) fibre packings.
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed
3.0 1/8 0.9 2 • G
 ood chemical compatibility. in the table below. Also supplied as split
preformed rings and sets. Other
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
constructions are manufactured to order.
RECIPROCATING PUMPS 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 Typical applications
AND RAMS Recommended for very high temperature
Maximum Operating Temperature:
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
static sealing duties or slow rotary Spool ordering information
+100°C (+212°F) 10.0 - 2.3 5 applications. It replaces ceramic yarn
Size Packaged ± 10%
packing and radiation seals on BOS plant,
Minimum Operating Temperature: 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 and ceramic packings and vessel lid seals mm inch kg lbs
-40°C (-40°F) on secondary steelmaking plant.
12.5 1/2 2.3 5 5.0 3/16 0.9 2
Maximum Rod Speed:
Other examples include door seals for
1.0 m/s (197 fpm) 14.0 9/16 2.3 5
annealing furnaces at steelworks, kiln 6.5 1/4 0.9 2
Maximum System Pressure: 16.0 5/8 4.5 10 packings, protective surfaces on pottery kiln
8.0 5/16 2.3 5
cars, and stem gland sealing on valves
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) 20.0 13/16 4.5 10 handling very high temperature gases. 10.0 - 2.3 5
22.0 7/8 4.5 10 Other constructions include braided 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
insulation sleeves, webbing tapes,
25.0 1 4.5 10 ladder tapes, twisted ropes, lagging ropes, 12.5 1/2 2.3 5
blankets and paper, and woven cloth.
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
Chemical properties
Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -10,
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
excluding hydrofluoric acid and hydrogen 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
fluoride. It has excellent resistance to water,
organic chemicals and other acids. 25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes: Inconel is a registered trademark

®

of Special Metals Corporation.

36 37

Mineral fibre for static sealing

up to 550°C (1022°F) constant

Lionpak 9603 is a dry

®

STATIC DUTIES braided packing of fibrous How supplied

Maximum Operating Temperature (constant): form, inorganic refractory All popular square sections from 3 mm
+550°C (+1022°F) oxides - silica fibre with to 50 mm (1/8 to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed
Minimum Operating Temperature: no metallic content.
in the table below. Also supplied as split
-50°C (-58°F) preformed rings and sets.
Maximum Static Pressure: Prime features
Dependent on application* • Recommended for static use only. Spool ordering information
• T
 hermally stable at high temperatures. Size Packaged ± 10%
mm inch kg lbs
Typical applications 3.0 1/8 0.9 2
Static duties including furnace and oven
doors, boiler doors, kilns, peep and
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
inspection holes, flange grooves and 6.5 1/4 0.9 2
steam exhaust pipes. Suitable for use
with all non-oxidising liquids and gases, 8.0 5/16 0.9 2
superheated steam and saturated steam, 10.0 - 2.3 5
water, dyes and chemicals.
11.0 7/16 2.3 5

Chemical properties 12.5 1/2 2.3 5

Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -13. 14.0 9/16 2.3 5

16.0 5/8 4.5 10
Health & Safety considerations 20.0 13/16 4.5 10
This product is manufactured from yarn
that is excluded from classification as a
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
carcinogen according to the criteria of 25.0 1 4.5 10
note Q in European Directive 97/69/EC.

Average diameter of the mineral fibre used

Notes: *Please consult James Walker.
in Lionpak 9603 is over 6μm (236μin), which
®

is considered non-hazardous to health.

No protection for breathing, eye, hand or
body is required by the World Health
Organisation or European Union for the
material’s normal handling, storage or use.
For further details please request a copy
of our Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Note that normal ceramic fibres, as often
used in the manufacture of very high
temperature compression packings, are
around 3μm (118μin) in diameter. These
much finer fibres are considered hazardous
to health, with WHO and EU restrictions
applied to the products that contain them.
38 38 39

Specialised
Packings

FDA conforming expanded

PTFE clean packing
SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak specialised
Lionpak 2102 is a braided Typical applications
®

® packing from high performance, Slow speed centrifugal and reciprocating VALVE STEM DUTIES
pure and dry expanded PTFE pumps and other rotary equipment as well as
different types of valve, in applications where Maximum Operating Temperature:

packings have been

yarn with highly refined mineral
filler particles, which are
non-toxic and contain no
lubricants or additives.
hygiene and the low friction characteristics of +280°C (+536°F)
pure PTFE are required. It is also suitable for Minimum Operating Temperature:
use with potable water, foodstuffs and
pharmaceutical products.
-200°C (-328°F)

developed to meet the

Maximum System Pressure:
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
Prime features Chemical properties

specific demands of
• A dense, flexible and high purity packing Resistant to chemicals in the range pH 0-14,
• with high cleanliness conforming to FDA excluding strong oxidisers, molten alkali
metals and fluorine compounds. CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
• and EU 1935/2004 standards.
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
• Excellent chemical resistance with a

particular applications
• high degree of dimensional stability.
• Enhanced heat transfer properties.
• Highly conformable for ease of fitting
Maximum Operating Temperature:
How supplied
+280°C (+536°F)
All popular square sections from 3 mm Minimum Operating Temperature:
to 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing
-200°C (-328°F)

or operating conditions.
• and with very low coefficient of friction.
• Long life valve sealing with
• minimum maintenance.
8 m (26' 3"), or in coil form by the metre/foot
or kilogram/pound. Also supplied as split Maximum Shaft Speed:
preformed rings and sets. 5 m/s (984 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)

RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+280°C (+536°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-200°C (-328°F)
Maximum Rod Speed:
0.5 m/s (98 fpm)
Page reference guide Maximum System Pressure:
15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
Lionpak 39 Lionpak 44 Lionpak 49 Lionpak 54
® ® ® ®

2102 2504 5301 9602

Lionpak 40 Lionpak 45 Lionpak 50 Lionpak 55
® ® ® ®

2202 2505 5302 9605

Lionpak 41 Lionpak 46 Lionpak 51
® ® ®

2303 2506 5304

APPROVALS
Lionpak 42 Lionpak 47 Lionpak 52
® ® ®

2501 3301 5505 Conforms to;

FDA 21 CFR 170.39
Lionpak 43 Lionpak 48 Lionpak 53
® ® ®

EU regulation 1935/2004
2502 3302 9601
 40
SPECIALISED PACKING
VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+280°C (+536°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-100°C (-148°F)
Maximum System Pressure:
15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+280°C (+536°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed:
12 m/s (2362 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi)
RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+280°C (+536°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Rod Speed:
1 m/s (197 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
APPROVALS
Conforms to;
FDA 21 CFR 170.39
41
Reliable packing based on graphite and
FDA conforming expanded PTFE yarn with silicone-free lubrication
PTFE clean packing Previously known as Liongraf
SPECIALISED PACKING
Lionpak 2202 is a diagonally Typical applications Lionpak 2303 is a highly reliable Typical applications
® ®
braided packing from high Recommended for both static and dynamic pump and valve packing based Widely regarded as an economical packing VALVE STEM DUTIES
performance, pure expanded operations with centrifugal and reciprocating on graphite and PTFE yarn for universal application and the reduction
pumps, valves, mixers, reactors, agitators, of stockholding requirements. Well proven Maximum Operating Temperature:
PTFE yarn filled with highly that is thermally stabilised
dryers and air compressors, in applications in the petrochemical, power generation, +260°C (+500°F)
refined mineral filler particles where hygiene and the low friction then lubricated with a marine and metallurgical sectors, and by Minimum Operating Temperature:
and treated with FDA- characteristics of pure PTFE are required. It silicone-free compound. pump and valve manufacturers for OEM
is also suitable for use with potable water, installation. It is suitable for duties with
-100°C (-148°F)
conforming Maximum System Pressure:
foodstuffs and pharmaceutical products. steam, condensate, effluents, fuels and oils,
mineral oil. Sections of 6.5 mm (1/4") square and above acids, alkalis and chemical solutions. 12 MPa/120 bar (1740 psi)
are of cross-plaited construction; sections
Chemical properties below 6.5 mm are plaited.
Prime features Chemical properties
Resistant to chemicals in the range pH 0-14,
• A
 dense, flexible and high purity packing excluding strong oxidisers, molten alkali Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14, CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
with high cleanliness conforming to metals and fluorine compounds. Prime features including corrosive fluids and solvents. AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
FDA standards.
• Strong, durable and extrusion resistant. Maximum Operating Temperature:
• E
 xcellent chemical resistance with a high +260°C (+500°F)
How supplied • Reliable over a wide range of duties. How supplied
degree of dimensional stability.
• E
 xcellent chemical resistance. Minimum Operating Temperature:
• H
 igh performance sealing in valve and All popular square sections from 3 mm All popular square sections from 3 mm
pump applications. to 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing • L
 ow friction with high thermal conductivity. to 25 mm (1/8" to 1") in boxes containing 8 m -100°C (-148°F)
8 m (26' 3"), or in coil form by the metre/foot (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed Maximum Shaft Speed:
• E
 nhanced heat transfer properties.
or kilogram/pound. Also supplied as split in the table below. Also supplied as split 17.5 m/s (3445 fpm)
• H
 ighly conformable for ease of fitting preformed rings and sets. preformed rings and sets. Maximum System Pressure:
and with very low coefficient of friction.
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
• L
 ong and efficient working life with minimal
Spool ordering information
shaft wear and maintenance issues.
Size Packaged ± 10%
RECIPROCATING PUMPS
mm inch kg lbs
AND RAMS
3.0 1/8 0.9 2 Maximum Operating Temperature:
5.0 3/16 0.9 2 +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
-100°C (-148°F)
8.0 5/16 2.3 5
Maximum Rod Speed:
10.0 - 2.3 5 2.0 m/s (394 fpm)
11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Maximum System Pressure:
12.5 1/2 4.5 10
8 MPa/80 bar (1160 psi)
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
 42 43

PTFE/aramid for abrasion PTFE/graphite/aramid for abrasion

resistance with low friction resistance and cool running
SPECIALISED PACKING SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak 2501 is a dense braided

®
Typical applications Lionpak 2502 is a combination
®
Typical applications

VALVE STEM DUTIES combination packing, with tough Centrifugal, reciprocating and plunger packing, with tough but smooth With its dense construction and excellent VALVE STEM DUTIES
aramid yarn at the corners, PTFE pumps (particularly dosing pumps), valves, aramid fibre yarn at the corners, sealability, this packing is used for chemical
Maximum Operating Temperature: reactors, autoclaves and agitators. It can processing duties with pumps, valves, Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F) yarn at the faces, and a strong also be used as a replacement for traditional ePTFE/graphite fibre yarn reactors, autoclaves, agitators and mixers. +250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Temperature: core of extruded and expanded lip seals in certain applications. at the faces, and a core of high Minimum Operating Temperature:
It is suitable for use with ammonia and
-50°C (-58°F) PTFE cord. Suitable for use with ammonia, urea and density extruded and expanded carbamate solutions, hydrazine, trisodium -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum System Pressure: carbamate condensate in fertiliser plant, PTFE cord. phosphate, sodium hexametaphosphate, Maximum System Pressure:
pigments, dyestuffs, paints, amide, black and green liquor, chemical slurries,
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi) The aramid yarn is impregnated with an detergents, hydrazine, trisodium phosphate, paper pulp, contaminated water 25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
anti-friction fluoropolymer dispersion and a sodium hexametaphosphate and slurries. Prime features and molasses.
break-in lubricant, while the PTFE faces are
• P
 TFE/graphite faces offer excellent heat
treated with a high temperature resistant
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS dissipation for cool running. CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
and inert lubricant. Chemical properties Chemical properties
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT • A
 ramid fibre corners withstand the rigours AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Compatible with media in the range pH 1-13. of plunger pump applications. Compatible with media in the range pH 1-13.
Maximum Operating Temperature: Maximum Operating Temperature:
Prime features
+250°C (+482°F) • A
 ramid yarn is impregnated with +250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
• D
 ense construction that offers How supplied fluoropolymer dispersion to enhance How supplied Minimum Operating Temperature:
excellent sealability. sealability, and a break-in lubricant to
-50°C (-58°F) All popular square sections from 6.5 mm
reduce friction.
All popular square sections from 6.5 mm to -50°C (-58°F)
• A
 ramid corners enhance long life in harsh to 50 mm (1/4" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m 50 mm (1/4" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
Maximum Shaft Speed: Maximum Shaft Speed:
plunger pump applications. (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed • P
 TFE core provides resistance to (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed
20 m/s (3937 fpm) in the table below. Also supplied as split high working pressure. in the table below. Also supplied as split 20 m/s (3937 fpm)
• E
 xpanded PTFE core provides improved
Maximum System Pressure:
compressibility and responsiveness, preformed rings and sets. preformed rings and sets. Maximum System Pressure:
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi) compared to the aramid core typically 2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
used on similar products.
Spool ordering information Spool ordering information
• P
 TFE faces provide low friction and
low-wear running on shafts. Size Packaged ± 10% Size Packaged ± 10%
RECIPROCATING PUMPS RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS mm inch kg lbs mm inch kg lbs AND RAMS
Maximum Operating Temperature: 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F) 8.0 5/16 0.9 2 8.0 5/16 0.9 2
+250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: Minimum Operating Temperature:
10.0 - 2.3 5 10.0 - 2.3 5
-50°C (-58°F) -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Rod Speed: 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Maximum Rod Speed:
2.0 m/s (394 fpm) 12.5 1/2 2.3 5 12.5 1/2 2.3 5 2.0 m/s (394 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure: Maximum System Pressure:
14.0 9/16 2.3 5 14.0 9/16 2.3 5
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) 20 MPa/200 bar (2900 psi)
16.0 5/8 4.5 10 16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10 20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10 25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes: *Product also available with aramid

core for higher pressure duties such as
reciprocating pumps.
 44 45

WHITE WITH
BLACK CARBON
CORE TO BE
SUPPLIED

PTFE/graphite/fluoropolymer PTFE/carbon yarn packing for

for industrial water duties frequently operated control valves
SPECIALISED PACKING SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak 2504 is a
®
Typical applications Lionpak 2505 is a
®
Typical applications

VALVE STEM DUTIES combination, duplex-braided Dynamic and static duties, including pumps, state-of-the-art gland packing Control valves and plug valves - especially VALVE STEM DUTIES
packing, comprising red valves, mixers and reactors, across many especially developed for those that are frequently operated.
Maximum Operating Temperature: industrial sectors. It is recommended for Maximum Operating Temperature:
+250°C (+482°F) fluoropolymer-based yarn and cooling water pumps and condensate hard-working control valves. Suitable for use with hydrocarbons,
+260°C (+500°F)
petrochemicals, superheated steam,
Minimum Temperature: expanded PTFE intimately extraction systems. Also suitable for use Minimum Temperature:
saturated steam, organic/inorganic
-100°C (-148°F) bonded with graphite yarn. with demineralised water, raw water,
chemicals, acids and alkalis, solvents, -200°C (-328°F)
hydrocarbons, paints, synthetic resins, This packing operates efficiently under
Maximum System Pressure: arduous operating conditions where high amides, fuel oil, lubricating oil, dyestuffs, Maximum System Pressure:
emulsions, viscous slurries, and many
resilience, high mechanical strength and high paints, and synthetic resins.
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi) Prime features other general industrial media. 30 MPa/300 bar (4351 psi)
tensile strength are required.
• A
 dense packing with a high degree
The core of the packing is high strength Chemical properties
of resilience, incorporating a Chemical properties carbon yarn, heavily lubricated with a special
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS break-in lubricant. Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
Compatible with media in the range pH 3 -14. fluoropolymer dispersion and also treated
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT • B
 oth yarns are highly lubricated during excluding strong oxidising agents.
with an inorganic passive corrosion inhibitor.
Maximum Operating Temperature: manufacture; the red fluoropolymer-based The outer jacket is braided from pure PTFE
yarn releases lubricant on inside diameter How supplied yarn, lubricated with a PTFE suspensoid.
+250°C (+482°F) when packing is bent around the shaft.
How supplied
Minimum Temperature: All popular square sections from 3 mm
All popular square sections from 6.5 mm
• T
 his lubrication system provides very to 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing
-100°C (-148°F) smooth start-up for pumps, plus long 8 m (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as
Prime features to 50 mm (1/4" to 2") in boxes containing
8 m (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as
Maximum Shaft Speed: service life with low friction properties to detailed in the table below. Also supplied • C
 onstruction provides optimum leakage
detailed in the table below. Also supplied
20 m/s (3937 fpm) safeguard shafts and sleeves from wear. as split preformed rings and sets. control in hard-working control valves.
as split preformed rings and sets.
Maximum System Pressure: • G
 raphite content aids heat dissipation • M
 echanically and thermally stable.
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi) to further extend the service life. Spool ordering information • V
 ery high recovery factor. Spool ordering information
Size Packaged ± 10% • P
 TFE suspensoid acts as a
Size Packaged ± 10%
blocking agent.
mm inch kg lbs
• D
 issipates heat without mm inch kg lbs
RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS 3.0 1/8 0.9 2 chemical hardening. 6.5 1/4 0.9 2
Maximum Operating Temperature: 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 • E
 asy to install, with smooth
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
+250°C (+482°F) removal at shutdown.
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
10.0 - 2.3 5
Minimum Temperature:
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
7/16
-100°C (-148°F) 11.0 2.3 5
10.0 - 2.3 5
Maximum Rod Speed: 12.5 1/2 2.3 5
2.0 m/s (394 fpm) 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
Maximum System Pressure:
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi)
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
 46 47

PTFE/graphite & carbon for excellent Aramid/fluoropolymer for abrasion

abrasion & chemical resistance resistance and minimal shaft wear
SPECIALISED PACKING SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak 2506 is an enhanced

®
Typical applications Lionpak 3301 comprises tough
®
Typical applications

VALVE STEM DUTIES braided packing of expanded Centrifugal and reciprocating pumps, aramid fibre yarn over a core Recommended for equipment handing VALVE STEM DUTIES
PTFE with high quality graphite valves, large diameter shafts, reactor of red fluoropolymer-based yarn. metallic slurries and ash slurries at
Maximum Operating Temperature: vessels, agitators, mixers and autoclaves. metallurgical plant, including pumps, valves, Maximum Operating Temperature:
+260°C (+500°F) entrapped in the porous Suitable for duties with acids and alkalis mixers, reactors, clinker grinders, agitators, +250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: structure of the PTFE resin and of any concentration, phosphoric acid, extruders, rotary vacuum driers, autoclaves Minimum Temperature:
The aramid fibre yarn is thoroughly
-100°C (-148°F) with tough carbon fibres at the hydrocarbons, solvents, raw water,
impregnated with James Walker’s proprietary
and door seals. This product is also
-50°C (-58°F)
corners to resist abrasion with demineralised water, condensate and recommended for marine use on propulsion
Maximum System Pressure: PTFE-based dispersion. The packing is Maximum System Pressure:
cooling water. Also suitable for all types lines and stern glands.
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi) minimal shaft wear. of slurries particularly chemical slurries,
further impregnated with break-in lubricant,
15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
and a surface run-in lubricant. Suitable for use with turbid saline water, sea
effluent, sewage as well as caustic
water, surface water, ash slurry, iron slurry,
and industrial water.
The product is further lubricated with paper pulp, pulp with water, chemical
molybdenum disulphide (MoS2). Prime features slurries, powdered chemicals, coolant,
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS coal dust, crude oil and fuel oil. CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT Chemical properties • E
 xcellent abrasion resistance and AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
corrosion resistance.
Maximum Operating Temperature: Prime features Resistant to chemicals in the range pH 0-14, Maximum Operating Temperature:
excluding strong oxidisers, molten alkali • T
 ough aramid construction provides Chemical properties
+260°C (+500°F) • A
 dense packing offering a high degree metals and fluorine compounds. dimensional stability and resistance
+250°C (+482°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature: of dimensional stability. Compatible with media in the range pH 1-13. Minimum Operating Temperature:
to deformation on arduous duties.
-100°C (-148°F) • T
 he graphite provides heat dissipation to • T
 he red fluoropolymer-based yarn used -50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed: enhance the product’s long and efficient How supplied Maximum Shaft Speed:
in the core releases lubricant on its inside How supplied
22 m/s (4331 fpm) working life, which is also improved by the All popular square sections from 6.5 mm diameter when packing is bent around 20 m/s (3937 fpm)
All popular square sections from 6.5 mm
excellent thermal conductivity of to 50 mm (1/4" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m the shaft; this provides excellent
Maximum System Pressure: to 50 mm (1/4" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m Maximum System Pressure:
molybdenum disulphide. (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed lubrication throughout the service life
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi) (26' 3"), in coil form or on spools as detailed 2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi)
• M
 olybdenum disulphide provides good in the table below. Also supplied as split of the packing. in the table below. Also supplied as split
chemical resistance and enhances high preformed rings and sets.
preformed rings and sets.
speed rotary operations by minimising
friction and wear.
RECIPROCATING PUMPS Spool ordering information RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS • T
 he carbon fibre at the corners provides Spool ordering information AND RAMS
excellent abrasion resistance particularly Size Packaged ± 10%
Maximum Operating Temperature: Size Packaged ± 10% Maximum Operating Temperature:
in chemical slurries.
+260°C (+500°F) mm inch kg lbs
mm inch kg lbs +250°C (+482°F)
• The product construction enables the
Minimum Operating Temperature:
• packing to safeguard shaft/shaft sleeves 6.5 1/4 0.9 2
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-100°C (-148°F) • from wear and erosion. 8.0 5/16 2.3 5
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Rod Speed: 8.0 5/16 2.3 5 Maximum Rod Speed:
10.0 - 2.3 5
2.0 m/s (394 fpm) 10.0 - 2.3 5 1.5 m/s (295 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure: 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
Maximum System Pressure:
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) 12.5 1/2 4.5 10 15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)
12.5 1/2 4.5 10
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
 48 49
48

High performance abrasion-resistant

'white' packing Carbon fibre strength with
Previously known as Arasele low friction and heat dissipation
®

SPECIALISED PACKING SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak 3302 is a high Chemical properties Lionpak 5301 is inter-braided Typical applications
® ®

VALVE STEM DUTIES performance abrasion-resistant Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -13, from carbon fibre yarn. Valves, pumps, mixers, reactors and VALVE STEM DUTIES
‘white’ gland packing offering including steam, water, fuels, oils, solvents, agitators, handling steam, acids, alkalis,
Maximum Operating Temperature: acids and alkalis. solvents, organic chemicals, gases and Maximum Operating Temperature:
minimal wear, braided from fine
+285°C (+545°F)* Note: this chemical resistance is better than It is impregnated with James Walker’s thermic fluids such as molten salt. +450°C (+842°F)
yarns of tough synthetic
Minimum Operating Temperature: that of traditional aramid-based packings. proprietary graphite-based dispersion as a Minimum Temperature:
polymer fibre. blocking agent, and a molybdenum based
-50°C (-58°F) Chemical properties -50°C (-58°F)
corrosion inhibitor.
Maximum System Pressure: Maximum System Pressure:
How supplied Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi) The yarns are texturised and impregnated excluding strong oxidising agents. 20 MPa/200 bar (2900 psi)
uniformly and deeply with PTFE dispersion All popular square sections from 3 to 25 mm Prime features
to a high concentration, before being braided (1/8” to 1”) in boxes containing 8 m (26' 3"),
in coil form or on spools as detailed in the • S
 trong, pliable and abrasion resistant.
over a central core of temperature resistant How supplied
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS white elastomer. table below. Also supplied as split preformed • E
 xcellent heat dissipation and low CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
rings and sets. friction qualities. All popular square sections from 3 mm
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
A silicone-free, inert and colourless lubricant to 50 mm (¹/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
Maximum Operating Temperature: is incorporated during the manufacturing • Inter-braiding plus blocking agent ensures (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed Maximum Operating Temperature:
+285°C (+545°F)* process to provide swift and easy running-in Spool ordering information leak-free construction. in the table below. Also supplied as split +450°C (+842°F)
on dynamic duties. • C
 orrosion inhibitor prevents galvanic preformed rings and sets.
Minimum Operating Temperature: Size Packaged ± 10% Minimum Operating Temperature:
corrosion when used on applications
-50°C (-58°F) mm inch kg lbs
-50°C (-58°F)
with steam.
Maximum Shaft Speed: Prime features Spool ordering information Maximum Shaft Speed:
20 m/s (3937 fpm) • K
 inder to shafts than traditional 3.0 1/8 0.9 2 20 m/s (3937 fpm)
Size Packaged ± 10%
Maximum System Pressure: ‘yellow’ packings. 5.0 3/16 0.9 2 Maximum System Pressure:
mm inch kg lbs
2.5 MPa/25 bar (363 psi) • C
 an eliminate unnecessary wear under
6.5 1/4 0.9 2 2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
adverse operating conditions. 3.0 1/8 0.9 2
• E
 xcellent resistance to chemical and 8.0 5/16 2.3 5
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
abrasive media. 10.0 - 2.3 5
RECIPROCATING PUMPS 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS • R
 esists hydrolysis - ideal for steam, water AND RAMS
11.0 7/16 2.3 5
Maximum Operating Temperature:
and hot aqueous solutions. 8.0 5/16 0.9 2 Maximum Operating Temperature:
• B
 etter thermal conductivity than most 12.5 1/2 4.5 10
+285°C (+545°F)* ‘white’ or ‘yellow’ packings.
10.0 - 2.3 5 +450°C (+842°F)
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
Minimum Operating Temperature:
• C
 an absorb eccentric shaft/ram actions
11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F) 16.0 5/8 4.5 10 -50°C (-58°F)
and thermal/pressure shocks and cycling. 12.5 1/2 2.3 5
Maximum Rod Speed: 20.0 13/16 4.5 10 Maximum Rod Speed:
1.5 m/s (295 fpm) 14.0 9/16 2.3 5 2.0 m/s (394 fpm)
Typical applications 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
Maximum System Pressure: 16.0 5/8 4.5 10 Maximum System Pressure:
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) Gland sealing on rotary or reciprocating 25.0 1 4.5 10 15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)*
pumps and valves that handle highly 20.0 13/16 4.5 10
abrasive slurries or aggressive chemical 22.0 7/8 4.5 10
solutions in the mineral, pulp and Notes: *Traditional aramid-based packings
paper, wastewater and chemical typically work at a maximum operating 25.0 1 4.5 10
processing industries. temperature of +250°C (+482°F).
It is also recommended for water, aqueous
solutions and other media in processes Notes: *May be suitable for higher
where a clean white, non-staining gland pressures on certain reciprocating duties;
packing is required. please consult James Walker.

Proves particularly effective in applications

where its rubber core enables the packing to
absorb the eccentric movement of shafts or
rams that run out-of-true. Its construction can
also provide the packing with swift recovery
from thermal or pressure shocks and cycling.
 50
50 51

Graphite/carbon fibre for Carbon fibre for chemical

chemical and abrasion resistance resistance and low friction
SPECIALISED PACKING SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak 5302 is a specially

®
Typical applications Lionpak 5304 is a high grade
®
Typical applications

VALVE STEM DUTIES developed packing that Pumps, valves, autoclaves, converters, packing of interlock-braided Pumps, valves, reactors, agitators, mixers VALVE STEM DUTIES
combines the advantages of soft mixers and reactors. Suitable for duties with carbon fibre coated in PTFE. and other static or dynamic equipment in
Maximum Operating Temperature: steam, acids and alkalis, hydrocarbons, fuel metallurgical processing and general Maximum Operating Temperature:
+450°C (+842°F) expanded high purity 99% and lubricating oils, FCC catalyst and bottom industry. Suitable for duties with steam and +260°C (+500°F)
Minimum Temperature: graphite yarn with the toughness slurry, hydrogen sulphide, sulphur dioxide, hot water, caustic chemicals (such as Minimum Temperature:
The packing is thoroughly impregnated with
-50°C (-58°F) of carbon fibre yarn at its thermic fluid, and abrasive media such as
James Walker’s proprietary suspension
sodium hydroxide, potassium nitride, etc),
-100°C (-148°F)
four corners. ash slurry, fly ash water and sea water. acids and alkalis, organic chemicals, dry
Maximum System Pressure: to enhance sealability. This suspension is Maximum System Pressure:
powder and thermic fluids.
based on graphite, high temperature
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi) lubricant and corrosion inhibitors. 20 MPa/200 bar (2900 psi)
Chemical properties
It is impregnated with James Walker’s Chemical properties
proprietary, high temperature, Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
graphite-based dispersion and an excluding strong oxidising agents. Prime features Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS inorganic passive corrosion inhibitor. excluding strong oxidising agents. CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT • T
 ough carbon fibre construction capable AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
How supplied of handling steam, as well as the highly
Maximum Operating Temperature: Maximum Operating Temperature:
corrosive chemicals and abrasive media How supplied
+450°C (+842°F) Prime features All popular square sections from 6.5 mm +260°C (+500°F)
used in metallurgical processing plant.
Minimum Operating Temperature: • Recommended for applications at to 50 mm (¹/4" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m All popular square sections from 3 mm Minimum Operating Temperature:
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed • E
 ntrapping the suspension in a braided to 50 mm (¹/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
• high working temperatures with
-50°C (-58°F) • corrosive media. in the table below. Also supplied as split carbon fibre matrix increases lubrication (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed -100°C (-148°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed: preformed rings and sets. as well as acting as a blocking agent. in the table below. Also supplied as split Maximum Shaft Speed:
• G
 ood resistance to abrasion and wear.
20 m/s (3937 fpm) • C
 orrosion inhibitor safeguards metallic preformed rings and sets. 20 m/s (3937 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure: • E
 xcellent dry-running capabilities interfaces from galvanic corrosion. Maximum System Pressure:
that reduce the need for continuous Spool ordering information
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi) water flushing. Spool ordering information 2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
Size Packaged ± 10%
• R
 eadily adapts to worn/pitted surfaces Size Packaged ± 10%
for smooth running under adverse mm inch kg lbs
mechanical conditions. mm inch kg lbs
RECIPROCATING PUMPS 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 RECIPROCATING PUMPS
AND RAMS • C
 orrosion inhibitor safeguards metallic 3.0 1/8 0.9 2 AND RAMS
interfaces from galvanic corrosion.
8.0 5/16 0.9 2
Maximum Operating Temperature: Maximum Operating Temperature:
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
+450°C (+842°F) 10.0 - 2.3 5 +260°C (+500°F)
6.5 1/4 0.9 2
Minimum Operating Temperature: 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F) 8.0 5/16 0.9 2 -100°C (-148°F)
12.5 1/2 2.3 5
Maximum Rod Speed: 10.0 - 2.3 5 Maximum Rod Speed:
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
2.0 m/s (394 fpm) 11.0 7/16 2.3 5 2.0 m/s (394 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure: 16.0 5/8 4.5 10 Maximum System Pressure:
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) 12.5 1/2 2.3 5
15 MPa/150 bar (2175 psi)*
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes: *May be suitable for higher

pressures on certain reciprocating duties;
please consult James Walker.
 52 53

Low friction rings for

low-torque valve operation Mineral fibre for static sealing duties
Previously known as Supagraf LF rings ®
up to 1000°C (1832°F) constant
SPECIALISED PACKING SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak graphite moulded rings

®
Typical applications Lionpak 9601 is a special
®
Health & Safety considerations

VALVE STEM DUTIES represent a major enhancement • V

Maximum Operating Temperature:
+350°C (+662°F)
Minimum Temperature:
-200°C (-328°F)
Maximum System Pressure:
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
to the operational capabilities of
graphite sealing rings used on
valve stems.
The rings are precision moulded from high
purity expanded graphite foil to which a
special low friction coating has been sinter
bonded. This 5µm thick coating is sinter
bonded to the expanded graphite before
the moulding process to ensure maximum
service life.
Prime features
• G
 reatly reduces the torque needed for
 alves that handle dry gases and other
fluids, where friction on standard graphite
seals is unacceptably high.
• V
 alves that suffer judder, hesitation or
erratic action due to carbon pick-up
or high-spot friction on the spindle.
Material properties
• Compatible with media in the range
• pH 0 -14.
• Sulphur content (typical): ≤300 ppm.
• N
 o loss of volatiles at high temperature.
• L
 ower limiting temperatures apply when
used with oxidising agents, e.g. nitric acid.
In comparative tests, sets of Lionpak 5505
®
high-temperature compression
packing for static duties.
It is manufactured from fibrous form of
silica fibre with no metallic or ceramic content
and impregnated with high-temperature
resistant additives as well as graphite
based dispersion.
Prime features
• Flexible
 packing that adapts well to groove
corners: readily forms a circular section
when required.
• Ideal for application with knife edge
gate valves.
Average diameter of the mineral fibre used
STATIC DUTIES
is over 6μm (236μin), which is considered
non-hazardous to health. No protection for Maximum Operating Temperature:
breathing, eye, hand or body is required by Constant
the World Health Organisation or European +1000°C (+1832°F)
Union for the material’s normal handling,
storage or use.
Intermittent
+1100°C (+2012°F)
For further details please request a copy
of our Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Minimum Temperature:
Note that normal ceramic fibres, as often -50°C (-58°F)
used in the manufacture of very high
Maximum Static Pressure:
temperature compression packings, are
around 3μm (118μin) in diameter. These Dependent on application*
much finer fibres are considered hazardous
to health, with WHO and EU restrictions
applied to the products that contain them.

efficient valve action. • W

 ear resistant with dry and hot
displayed exactly half the friction coefficient How supplied
• S
 aves on power consumption and enables of standard graphite and provided abrasive slurries.
All popular square sections from 3 mm
smaller actuators to be used. a continued low friction performance • G
 raphite-based dispersion improves to 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
over more than 300 cycles. lubrication and also acts as a blocking
• L
 owers the break-out friction for smoother (26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed
valve operation. agent to prevent leakage. in the table below. Also supplied as split
• R
 esistant to high temperatures. preformed rings and sets.
• R
 etains exceptionally low friction How supplied
characteristics for up to 20,000
Precision moulded rings in endless form,
valve cycles. Spool ordering information
or with single split or matched scarf-split Typical applications
• S
 ubsequent manual adjustment extends halves. Sections 1.5 mm to 40 mm
Recommended for autoclaves, converters Size Packaged ± 10%
performance to 60,000 cycles. (¹/16" to 1 9 /16"); diameters 2 mm to
1200 mm (or ³/32" to 47¼"). and furnace doors. It can also be used on mm inch kg lbs
• F
 ire-safe capability enables rings to be knife edge gate valves (valve bonnet
used in plant subjected to fire rating tests. sealing). Suitable for duties with ash slurries, 3.0 1/8 0.9 2
chemical slurries, hot air, dry gases,
superheated steam and saturated steam.
5.0 3/16 0.9 2
This product may also be suitable for use on 6.5 1/4 0.9 2
valves and pumps in certain applications;
please consult James Walker. 8.0 5/16 0.9 2
10.0 - 2.3 5
Graphite purity [%] 98
Chemical properties 11.0 7/16 2.3 5
Ash content [%] 2
Compatible with media in the range pH 6 -10. 12.5 1/2 2.3 5
Density range [g/cm3 /SG] 1.4 - 1.8
14.0 9/16 2.3 5
Sulphur content [ppm] ≤300
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
Chloride content [ppm] ≤25
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
Fluoride content [ppm] ≤25
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
Halogen content [ppm] ≤100 25.0 1 4.5 10
Oxidation rate in air at
<5
670°C 1238°F) [%/hour]
Notes: *Please consult James Walker.
Passive corrosion inhibitor Yes
 54 55

Mineral fibre for high temperature Packing for high

static and dynamic sealing duties temperature static duties
SPECIALISED PACKING SPECIALISED PACKING

Lionpak 9602 comprises an

®
Health & Safety considerations Lionpak 9605 is a high
®
Typical applications

VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+550°C (+1022°F)
Minimum Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum System Pressure:
8 MPa/80 bar (1160 psi)
CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
AND ROTARY EQUIPMENT
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+550°C (+1022°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Shaft Speed:
10 m/s (1969 fpm)
Maximum System Pressure:
2 MPa/20 bar (290 psi)
STATIC DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+550°C (+1022°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Static Pressure:
interlocked braid of fibrous Average diameter of the mineral fibre used temperature, wear-resistant and Extensively used as a furnace door and kiln STATIC DUTIES – FURNACE DOORS
form, inorganic refractory in is over 6μm (236μin), which is considered densely braided packing. packing and for exhaust expansion glands.
non-hazardous to health. No protection for It can also be used for very slow rotating Maximum Operating Temperature:
oxides - silica fibre with no breathing, eye, hand or body is required by duties when liberally coated with copper +680°C (+1256°F)
metallic or ceramic content. the World Health Organisation or European anti-seize compound. Minimum Operating Temperature:
It is manufactured from a core of braided
Union for the material’s normal handling,
storage or use.
glass yarns, coated with graphite and -10°C (+14°F)
protected by a tough sleeve of braided Chemical properties Maximum System Pressures:
It is impregnated with anti-frictional
For further details please request a copy copper wire. Static
graphite flake and James Walker’s
of our Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Resists super-heated steam, hot air and hot
proprietary, high temperature, gases in the range pH 4 -10. 0.5 MPa/5 bar (73 psi)
graphite-based dispersion. It also Note that normal ceramic fibres, as often Rotary
Prime features
incorporates a metal corrosion inhibitor. used in the manufacture of very high
temperature compression packings, are • Tough and flexible for arduous duties. Dependent on application*
How supplied
around 3μm (118μin) in diameter. These • S
 tatic sealing duties up to
Prime features much finer fibres are considered hazardous All popular round or square cross-sections
+680°C (+1256°F). from 3 mm to 50 mm (¹/8" to 2"), in boxes
to health, with WHO and EU restrictions
• S
 uitable for many high temperature duties.
applied to the products that contain them. containing 8 m (26’ 3”), in coil form or on
• R
 esistant to wear and abrasion. spools as detailed in the table below. Also
supplied as split preformed rings and sets.
• C
 orrosion inhibitor safeguards metallic
How supplied
interfaces from galvanic corrosion.
All popular square sections from 3 mm Spool ordering information
• Resistant to high temperatures.
to 50 mm (1/8" to 2") in boxes containing 8 m
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed Size Packaged ± 10%
Typical applications in the table below. Also supplied as split
mm inch kg lbs
preformed rings and sets.
Recommended for hydro-testing of 3.0 1/8 0.9 2
heat exchangers; also for general duties
with furnace and oven doors. Suitable Spool ordering information 5.0 3/16 0.9 2
for duties with superheated steam and
saturated steam, water, dyes, chemicals, Size Packaged ± 10% 6.5 1/4 0.9 2
non-oxidising liquids and gases. This mm inch kg lbs 8.0 5/16 0.9 2
product is also suitable for use on valves
and centrifugal pumps. 3.0 1/8 0.9 2 10.0 - 2.3 5
5.0 3/16 0.9 2 11.0 7/16 2.3 5

Dependent on application* Chemical properties 6.5 1/4 0.9 2 12.5 1/2 2.3 5
Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14. 9/16
8.0 5/16 0.9 2 14.0 2.3 5

10.0 - 2.3 5 16.0 5/8 4.5 10

11.0 7/16 2.3 5 20.0 13/16 4.5 10

12.5 1/2 2.3 5 22.0 7/8 4.5 10

14.0 9/16 2.3 5 25.0 1 4.5 10

16.0 5/8 4.5 10

20.0 13/16 4.5 10 Notes: *Please consult James Walker.

22.0 7/8 4.5 10

25.0 1 4.5 10

Notes:
*Please consult James Walker.
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development and manufacture of
compression packings, underpins
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our range.
Effective solutions are the result
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experts first to understand the root
cause of issues and challenges;
then we apply our expertise to
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lubricants and additives that make
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instructions on installation best
practice, or our research and
technical papers on specialist
areas such as fugitive emissions
control - James Walker experience
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and meet the most challenging
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Housing Design 1 Pressure side extrusion clearance 3 Surface finish Production of the surface finish Surface hardness

SECTION
0.25 mm (0.01") maximum The surface finish and method of Using either a plunge grinding or The longevity of a valve stem can be

EXPERT2EXPERT
The extrusion clearance on the atmospheric producing this finish is neglected as transverse grinding method of generating improved by increasing the surface

As with all sealing arrangements side of the packing is usually well controlled, unimportant by many seal suppliers. this surface finish rather than ‘turning’ can hardness. For ‘normal’ applications

- PRODUCT NAME
that on the pressure side is sometimes Through extensive test work and prevent the tracking of gaseous media a hardness of between 40 and 60

attention to detail is required to neglected. If too large, externally applied

compression can cause packing material
experimentation within the James
Walker Technology Centre, we can state
past the seal to atmosphere. Rockwell C is suggested.

achieve acceptable fugitive emission

FRICTIONAL Packing Load 70MPa LEAKAGE
to extrude into this clearance - this can with confidence that a stem surface LOAD
ppm
damage the packing and lead to a finish of 0.4 to 0.6μmRa (16 to 24µ inch Newton Methane

performance from a packed valve gland.

40
substantial increase in valve friction. CLA) provides optimised performance 800 OPTIMISED
of stem friction and low leakage RESULT
2 Number of packing rings levels with graphite based
It is recommended that between four compression packing.
400 30
The following is the recommended arrangement and six packing rings are used. 0.4µmRa &
0.µ6mRa
for packing and stuffing box design for use with This detail is essential if specifications
James Walker compression packing. This number will vary depending on: such as ISO 15848 and TA luft/VDI2440
• The depth of the stuffing box. are to be achieved. 0 20
• Length of gland follower spigot. 0 Chromed 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.6 2.6

• The use of a lantern ring or bleed-off port.

4 Housing lead-in -
15deg x (Housing Section in mm/2) B
Many valves lack the provision of lead-in chamfer to the gland and
surface damage to the packing can often result during assembly.
15o

5 Gland follower design

(spigot entry) B

A - (no. packing rings) x (nominal packing ring section x 0.5

4
1 B - Typically 0.2 mm. larger extrusion gaps are acceptable, C
but may impact performance/max. pressure capability.

C - Nominal packing section A

5
3
Housing (packing) section Braided packing Graphite moulded rings
2 Below is a recommendation for housing
width dependent on shaft diameter. Shaft diameter Housing width Shaft diameter Housing width
mm (inches) mm (inches) mm (inches) mm (inches)

Please note these are for guidance <12 (<1/2) 3 (1/8) <18 (3/4) 3 (1/8)
only and selections outside of this
12 to 18 (1/2 to 11/16) 5 (3/16) 18 to 75 (3/4 to 3) 5 (3/16)
may have no detrimental effect on
valve performance. 18 to 25 (11/16 to 1) 6.5 (1/4) 75 to 150 (3 to 6) 8 (5/16)

25 to 50 (1 to 2) 8 (5/16) >150 (>6) 10 (3/8)

50 to 90 (2 to 31/2) 10 (3/8)

90 to 150 (31/2 to 6) 12.5 (1/2)

 5 ppmV
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Emission
levels as
Range
low as

The complete performance

package for critical applications.

SUPAGRAF RANGE
Supagraf is our graphite-based
®
Supagraf delivers proven performance
®

range of compression packings to the most exacting standards.

designed to meet the critical, • API 622
• ISO 15848-1 Class AH CO3

®
high performance sealing • ISO 15848-1 Class BH CC3
demands of oxygen service • TA Luft Rev07.2002
and fugitive emissions • Shell Spec SPE 77/312 Class A
control applications. • Shell Spec SPE 77/312 Class B
• API 607 Edition 4 fire safety
• Shell MESC SPE 85/204
These products have undergone industry
standards testing and customer-specific
approvals testing, to provide the highest
levels of performance assurance to
end-users and OEM customers alike.

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Independent emission control tests show
that gas leakage past a set of Supagraf ®

Premier valve packings, one of our

world-leading packings, is less than the
volume of a golf ball in a year!
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VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
Oxidising conditions
+450°C (+842°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-200°C (-328°F)
Maximum System Pressure (standard)*:
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
Certified Pressure in BSM Valve:
69 MPa/690 bar
(10,000 psi)
APPROVALS
ISO 15848-1 Class AH
API 622
TA Luft Rev 07.2002
Shell MESC SPE 85/204
Shell specification SPE
77/312 Class A
Shell specification SPE
77/312 Class B
API 607 Edition 4 Fire Safety
World-beating fugitive
emissions control packing
Supagraf Premier is one of
® • S
 hell specification SPE 77/312
Class A, Rev 16.10.2002.
James Walker's top-of-the-range
fugitive emission control • S
 hell specification SPE 77/312 Rev
06.2007: Class B rating with 47.4 MPa/474
packing for valves with average
bar (6875 psi) helium in Class 2500 valve.
emission level of 10.5 ppmV Seating stress of 101 MPa (14,649 psi).
found in API 622 test.
• A
 PI 607 Edition 4 Fire Safety - to an
extended specification.
• B
 ase graphite material complies to
It is a ‘best available technique’ product
Shell MESC SPE 85/204.
for reducing industry’s VOC fugitive
emissions in line with the European Union’s
IPPC Directive.
Chemical properties
It is manufactured in exfoliated high purity
98% graphite, reinforced in a novel way to
Compatible with media in the range pH 1-14,
excluding strong oxidising agents. It has
provide additional strength and resistance to
negligible volatile content.
pressure and extrusion. It incorporates an
advanced lubricant system that prevents the
pick-up of graphite on valve stems.
How supplied
All popular square sections from 3 mm
Prime features (¹/8") upwards in boxes containing 8 m
(26’ 3”), in coil form or on spools as detailed
• C
 ame top of its class in independent
in the table below. Also supplied as split
tests run on behalf of the CAPI Group
preformed rings and sets.
(Akzo Nobel, Shell, Dow and DSM).
Non-standard square or rectangular
• S
 uitable for both rotary and
sections made to order.
rising-stem valves.
• Low friction action without graphite pick-up.
Spool ordering information
Size Packaged ± 10%
Typical applications
Supagraf Premier is designed for harsh
® mm inch kg
operating conditions where fugitive emissions 3.0 1/8 0.9
from all types of valves need to be reduced to
well below 50 ppm. It is well proven and widely 5.0 3/16 0.9
used in systems handling fluid media such as
hydrocarbon liquid fuels and gases,
6.5 1/4 0.9
lubricating oils and processing chemicals. 8.0 5/16 0.9
10.0 - 2.3
Specifications
11.0 7/16 2.3
Supagraf Premier is third-party tested
®
and certified to:
12.5 1/2 2.3
• ISO 15848-1 Class AH (fugitive 14.0 9/16 2.3
emissions): Certified by ITIS BV at 16.0 5/8 4.5
69 MPa (static) with a five-ring set in a
BSM valve. Emission level at 69 MPa/690 20.0 13/16 4.5
bar (10,000 psi) was ≤5 ppmV.
22.0 7/8 4.5
• A
 PI 622: average emission level of
10.5 ppmV, with a maximum of 25.0 1 4.5
37 ppmV over five thermal cycles
and 1510 mechanical cycles.
Notes: *Please consult James Walker.
• TA Luft Rev 07.2002 requirements/VDI 2440.
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Graphite yarn compression packing
for valves in oxygen service
Supagraf OX has been
® Chemical properties
developed specifically for • C
 ompatible with media in the range VALVE STEM DUTIES
valve services with gaseous pH 0 -14.
Gaseous oxygen service
and liquid oxygen, to provide Chemical properties (typical) of flexible
graphite yarn
Up to +60°C (+140°F)
safe operation and low Maximum oxygen pressure
emission rates. • Carbon content: ≥98%.
44 MPa/440 bar (6382 psi)
• Ash content: ≤2%.
• Total chloride content: ≤25ppm.
This valve stem packing is manufactured Gaseous oxygen service
in a clean room environment, from yarn • Total fluoride content: ≤10ppm.
to finished product. It comprises high purity +60°C (+140°F)
• Total halogen content: ≤100ppm.
flexible graphite yarn treated with oxidation up to +300°C (+572°F)
inhibitors. The yarns are individually • T
 otal sulphur content: <300ppm.
Maximum oxygen pressure
reinforced with Inconel 600 wire mesh.
®
• O
 xidation rate in air @ +670°C
(+1238°F): ≤1%/h.
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
Specifications
Liquid oxygen service
• O
 xygen service capabilities as stated How supplied Limit system pressure to:
in BAM report 16028840 E.
All popular square sections from 3 mm 45 MPa/450 bar (6527 psi)
• C
 onforms to Shell material specification to 25 mm (¹/8" to 1") in boxes containing
8 m (26' 3"), or in coil form by the metre/foot
MESC SPE 85/204.
or kilogram/pound. Also supplied as split
• L
 isted by name in the Shell MESC SPE preformed rings and sets.
77/303 specification.
Please contact James Walker for copies
Notes: Inconel is a registered trademark
®
of test reports.
of Special Metals Corporation.
Typical applications
Valves handling gaseous or liquid oxygen.
For applications involving media other than
lbs oxygen, please consult James Walker.
2 It is NOT suitable for use with control valves
where fine adjustment is required, as this
2 is a dry product that does not contain
a lubricant package.
2
2
5
5
5
5
10
10 APPROVALS
10
BAM certified
10
Shell MESC SPE 85/204
Shell MESC SPE 77/303
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VALVE STEM DUTIES
Maximum Operating Temperature:
With Thermal Cycling
+350°C (+662°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-200°C (-328°F)
Maximum System Pressure:
25 MPa/250 bar (3626 psi)
APPROVALS
TA Luft/VDI 2440
ISO 15848-1 Class BH, CC3
Long-term sealing plus
fugitive emission control
Supagraf Control is an innovative
®
compression packing that
provides long-term, high integrity
sealing for control valves. Its very
low friction enhances the control
accuracy of valves.
This is a ‘best available technique’ product for
reducing industry’s VOC fugitive emissions in
line with the European Union’s IPPC Directive.
It is manufactured in exfoliated graphite,
reinforced in a novel way with a non-metallic
structure to provide additional strength and
resistance to pressure and extrusion.
An advanced lubricant system is
incorporated to prevent the pick-up
of graphite on valve stems.
Prime features
• H
 igh integrity gland sealing for control
valve stems: to well below 50 ppm fugitive
emission level.
• L
 ong-term adjustment-free operation: over
100,000 stem strokes with emission levels
below 50 ppmV .
• V
 ery low coefficient of friction for smooth
and accurate valve action.
• R
 educed friction requirement to save
on power consumption and enable smaller
actuators to be used.
Typical applications
Supagraf Control is designed for emission
®
control - to better than 50ppmV leak
tightness - on control valves in systems
handling fluid media such as hydrocarbon
liquid fuels and gases, lubricating oils and
hazardous process chemicals.
It is a long-term replacement for the PTFE
V-type packings that can be readily damaged
by ingress of dirt and other foreign particles
to the gland area.
Specifications
• T
 A Luft/VDI 2440: Dresser Masoneilan
control valves fitted with Supagraf Control
®
are certified to TA Luft requirements at leak
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Ultra-high temperature resistant packing
tightness with helium to <10 -4 mbar. Supagraf HT is one of James Prime features
®
litre.s -1.m -1. The tests were undertaken with Walker’s high performance
10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) at 20°C (68°F),
• Exceptional high temperature resistance. VALVE STEM DUTIES
and 5.7 MPa/57 bar (827 psi) at a fluid flow packings suitable for critical • E
 xcellent chemical resistance. Maximum Operating Temperature:
temperature of 425°C (797°F) for 100,000 valves handling various high • C
 orrosion resistance capabilities. Up to +650°C (+1202°F)
stem cycles. temperature media such as Minimum Operating Temperature:
• Inconel wire reinforcement enhances
• ISO 15848-1: Dresser Masoneilan control molten salt used in solar
valves fitted with Supagraf Control are
thermal expansion capabilities in high -200°C (+328°F)
thermal power plants.
®
certified to ISO 15848-1 Class BH, CC3,
temperature cycles. Maximum System Pressure (Standard):
• L
 ow oxidation rate and long service life
at temperatures from -29°C to +425°C 10 MPa/100 bar (1450 psi) *
(-20°F to +797°F). The valves showed Premium grade unique and bespoke
in high temperature applications.
helium leakage rates < 10-4 mg.s-1.m-1 combination set construction comprising of • Easy to install, remove and replace.
for 100,000 stem operating cycles. This was * Please consult with James Walker where
high temperature mechanically stable • 3rd party tested in high temperature higher system pressures are required.
achieved with pressure of 5.75 MPa/57 bar intermediate and end ring
(834 psi) at fluid flow temperature of +425°C • molten salt valve applications.
DS Pro spacers supported by high purity
(+797°F) and 10.34 MPa/103 bar (1500 psi) graphite-based intermediate packing rings. • S
 uitable for both rotary as well as
at -29°C to +38°C (-20°F to +100°F). rising-stem valve applications from
Graphite rings: High performance packing pressure Class 150 up to Class 600.
braided from high purity 98% exfoliated dry Please consult James Walker for higher
Chemical properties graphite yarn with passive corrosion inhibitor, Class range suitability.
Compatible with media in the range pH 1-14, reinforced with fine Inconel wire and free from
®
excluding strong oxidising agents. It has low all other additives or dispersions in order to
volatiles content. maximise temperature and corrosion Typical applications
resistance capabilities. Supagraf HT is designed for chemically
®
aggressive and abrasive operating conditions
How supplied DS Pro spacers: Precision cut spacers made in all types of valves, where resistance to high
of state-of-the-art material designed for temperature media such as molten salt as
All popular square sections from 3 mm (¹/8")
electro-mechanical and thermo-mechanical well as extended dynamic sealing
upwards in boxes containing 8 m (26’ 3”),
applications with excellent resistance to heat performance
in coil form or on spools as detailed in the
and open flame up to 1000°C (1832°F). is required.
table below. Also supplied as split preformed
Excellent electrical insulation and high
rings and sets.
resistance to pressure as well as impervious to
most chemicals such as molten salt. The Chemical properties
product has improved dimensional stability at
Spool ordering information  ompatible with media in the range of pH
C
high temperatures, low water absorption and is
asbestos free, ecologically safe and non-toxic. 0-14 excluding strong oxidising agents. The
Size Packaged ± 10%
Typically of 2-3 mm thickness and in multiple product has negligible volatile content.
mm inch kg lbs layers, customised to valve stuffing box
geometry and design.
3.0 1/8 0.9 2 How supplied
5.0 3/16 0.9 2 As preformed graphite rings with a single split
combined with precision cut DS Pro spacers
6.5 1/4 0.9 2 supplied endless or split in two matched
8.0 5/16 2.3 5 halves. Product made to order to suit
application requirements.
10.0 - 2.3 5
11.0 7/16 2.3 5 Notes:
Inconel is a registered trademark of
1/2
®
12.5 4.5 10
Special Metals Corporation.
14.0 9/16 4.5 10
16.0 5/8 4.5 10
20.0 13/16 4.5 10
22.0 7/8 4.5 10
25.0 1 4.5 10
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&
Ranges

The complete package for tank, crucible

and furnace door sealing applications.

TANKATITE & TORRLID

Our comprehensive Tankatite ®
TorrLid is a specialised
®

range of tank lid packings. high-temperature product.

®
Developed to meet the increasingly Designed for high temperature static
stringent international regulations that duties such as crucible lids in metal
cover the maritime transport of chemical smelting applications and the sealing

®
and potentially hazardous cargoes. of furnace doors.

Extensions to the range cover the

requirements of road and rail transport,
plus static or mobile tank containers.

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Tankatite 68 ®

250
Tankatite 69 ®

440
Tankatite 70 ®

660
Tankatite 71 ®

880 ACR

IMO
Tankatite 72 ®

sealing 880 Super

for all
TorrLid 73®

162B
TorrLid 74®

classes 297
68
STATIC DUTIES ON TANK LIDS
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+100°C (+212°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-30°C (-22°F)
Maximum Tank Pressure:
50 kPa/0.5 bar (7 psi)
Packing for road and rail tankers
Tankatite 250 is a state of the
® ®
art packing design specifically
developed for production in
rectangular sections and at
smaller sections to suit the
smaller tank lid recesses of
road and rail tankers.
Prime features
• E
 asy to cut and fit in small section
lid recesses.
• T
 ough, resilient and long-life product.
• W
 ithstands repeated
opening/closing cycles.
• C
 ontrols emission levels from tanks.
• Protects tank contents from contamination.
• W
 ithstands arduous cleaning systems.
Typical applications
Seals to fit the smaller tank lid recesses of
road and rail tankers.
Chemical properties
Compatible with media in the range pH 1-13
at normal operating temperatures, excluding
fluorine gas.
How supplied
As length form packing or endless rings to fit
popular lid recess dimensions.
69
Suitable for all types of
vessel and IMO classes
Tankatite 440 is a resilient Typical applications
elastomeric core, spirally Sealing of tank lids, main hatches, inspection STATIC DUTIES ON TANK LIDS
wrapped with PTFE tape and and cleaning covers on tankers carrying all
known bulk liquid cargoes in all International Maximum Operating Temperature:
surrounded by successive
Maritime Organisation (IMO) classes. +120°C (+248°F)
braided jackets of inert Minimum Operating Temperature:
polypropylene yarn. Specially
Specifications -50°C (-58°F)
reinforced corners are
Maximum Tank Pressure:
incorporated to build the section • M
 eets US Coast Guard requirements
for lid sealing of hazardous cargoes. 70 kPa/0.7 bar (10 psi)
to the required packing size.
• P
 ressure tight beyond Lloyd’s and
DNV test criteria.
The braided structure is spirally wrapped
with further layers of PTFE tape to provide
an impermeable barrier to liquids and gases, Chemical properties
then finally enclosed in a robust, abrasion Compatible with media in the range
resistant braid of PTFE yarns. pH 0 -14, including all known bulk cargoes
in all IMO classes.
Prime features
• G
 as-tight environmental seal. How supplied
• P
 rotects cargo from sea water ingress. Any square or rectangular sections of
12.5 mm (¹/2") upwards is made to order; also
• W
 ithstands repeated endless rings to fit specific tank lid recesses.
opening/closing cycles.
• U
 naffected by steam and other tank
cleaning systems.
• S
 uitable for smooth recesses in stainless
steel lids as well as those with rougher
surface finishes.
70
STATIC DUTIES ON TANK LIDS
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+230°C (+446°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Tank Pressure:
60 kPa/0.6 bar (9 psi)
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Designed for heated cargoes For static and mobile tank containers
A heat resistant grade Typical applications Tankatite 880 ACR is a new Typical applications
®
economical grade of general
®
of Tankatite . Seals for tank lids that cover heated cargoes, Seals for lids and fittings on tank containers STATIC DUTIES ON TANK LIDS
such as molten bitumen, which need to be purpose lid packing for tank for road, rail or static use that contain
transported at elevated temperatures to chemicals, petroleum products or foodstuffs. Maximum Operating Temperature:
containers, road and rail tankers,
Similar in construction to Tankatite 440, but
® prevent solidification in the tank.
This general purpose lid packing for tank
+250°C(+482°F)
especially where the packing Minimum Operating Temperature:
with braided jackets of high quality glass containers, road and rail tankers, proves
needs to be changed after
fibre yarns instead of polypropylene.
Chemical properties
invaluable when the packing needs to be -50°C (-58°F)
each trip/cargo. changed after each trip/cargo.
Maximum Tank Pressure:
Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14,
Prime features including all known bulk liquid cargoes in all 200 kPa/2 bar (29 psi)
• G
 as-tight environmental seal IMO classes. It is a white packing constructed from spun Chemical properties
for heated cargoes. acrylic fibre yarns impregnated with PTFE
Compatible with media in the range pH 2 -12.
suspension. Dense but flexible, it is easy to
• P
 rotects cargo from sea water ingress. How supplied cut and fit, and to remove when it needs to Compatible with a full range of cargoes,
• W
 ithstands repeated be replaced. including chemicals, petroleum products
Any square or rectangular sections of
opening/closing cycles. and foodstuffs.
12.5 mm (¹/2") upwards is made to order; also
• U
 naffected by steam and other endless rings to fit specific tank lid recesses.
Prime features
tank cleaning systems. How supplied
• E
 xcellent value for money.
Available in popular sections from 10 mm
• C
 ontains no grease or oil - no
(³/8") up to 20 mm (³/4") in coils of 50 m (164')
lubricant to squeeze out when
and cut lengths to suit individual lids.
packing is compressed.
• E
 asy to cut and fit in small section
lid recesses.
• E
 asy to remove when it needs replacing.
• P
 rotects tank contents from
external contamination.
• A
 pproved, specified and used by major
tank container operators world wide.
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STATIC DUTIES ON TANK LIDS
Maximum Operating Temperature:
+120°C(+248°F)
Minimum Operating Temperature:
-50°C (-58°F)
Maximum Tank Pressure:
200 kPa/2 bar (29 psi)
For static and mobile tank containers
Tankatite 880 Super is a
®
clean, length-form packing
manufactured from an inert
reinforced polypropylene
yarn, impregnated with PTFE
and an inert resin to provide
a non-stick surface.
It contains a resilient elastomeric core
for improved performance.
Prime features
• E
 xcellent value for money.
• E
 quivalent performance to moulded
rubber seals.
• E
 asy to cut and fit in small section
lid recesses.
• E
 xcellent sealing capability on repeated
opening/closing cycles.
• C
 ontrols emission levels from tanks.
• P
 rotects tank contents from
external contamination.
• W
 ithstands arduous cleaning systems.
Typical applications
Seals for lids and fittings on tank containers
for road, rail or static use, that contain
chemicals, petroleum products or foodstuffs.
Also for lids and fittings on dedicated tanks
that handle aggressive cargoes under an
inert gas blanket. It readily replaces moulded
rubber sealing components and low
cost packings.
Chemical properties
Compatible with media in the range pH 0 -14.
Totally compatible with a full range of
cargoes, including chemicals, petroleum
products and foodstuffs.
How supplied
As coil-form packing and endless
rings, in sections to fit popular lid
recess dimensions.
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Vacuum seal for aluminium crucible lids
This specialised product Typical applications
has been developed This exceptionally well-proven product is STATIC DUTIES WITH CRUCIBLE LIDS
specifically as a lid seal to used worldwide as a vacuum lid seal for
crucibles containing molten aluminium. It has Maximum Working Temperature:
hold a vacuum within crucibles
also proved a great success on new plant Suitable for holding a vacuum over
of molten aluminium. using the latest AP35 technology.
molten aluminium in crucibles.*
Pressure Range:
It features a resilient hollow-centred How supplied From partial vacuum up to
core of ethylene-propylene elastomer,
Manufactured to order, in a wide variety 0.9 MPa/9 bar (131 psi)
over-braided with a jacket of filament glass
of sections and lengths, to meet customers’
yarns. The exterior surface is coated with
specific requirements.
a layer of red-coloured silicone rubber.
Notes: *Please consult James Walker
Prime features
Product also available in wire reinforced
• D
 eveloped specifically as a vacuum seal
version - TorrLid 162C.
for aluminium crucible lids.
• R
 eadily withstands the temperatures and
compressive forces involved.
• T
 ough silicone rubber coating provides
abrasion resistance.
• W
 ithstands repeated
opening/closing cycles.
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Crucible lid seal for higher temperatures

This highly specialised Typical applications

STATIC DUTIES WITH CRUCIBLE LIDS
Maximum Working Temperature:
Suitable for holding a vacuum over
molten aluminium in crucibles.*
product features a resilient,
hollow-centred elastomeric core
that resists higher temperatures
than the ethylene-propylene
used in TorrLid 162B.®
This well-proven product is used
as a vacuum lid seal for crucibles
containing molten aluminium. It is
particularly popular with aluminium
plants in the southern hemisphere.

Pressure Range:
From partial vacuum up to
0.9 MPa/9 bar (131 psi)
The core is over-braided with a jacket
of filament glass yarns, and the exterior
surface is then coated with a proprietary
graphite dispersion.
How supplied
Manufactured to order, in a wide variety
of sections and lengths, to meet customers’
specific requirements.

Notes: *Please consult James Walker.

Prime features
• D
 eveloped as a higher temperature
vacuum seal for the lids of crucibles
as used in specific aluminium
smelting plants.
• R
 eadily withstands the temperatures
and compressive forces involved.
• W
 ithstands repeated
opening/closing cycles.
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Across the complete range of
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products we endeavour to provide
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Jakub Marczyk
and value options. This enables
Product Manager
Compression Packing every customer to balance
maintenance budgets with the
demands of operational
performance in any application.

Behind the brand

Our breadth of experience in developing and

manufacturing compression packing provides
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driving improved value for our customers.
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James Walker compression
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Stocks of our most popular
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ultimately refer to our global product
manufacturing and development
We use our expertise to add to our
centre of excellence. range of special packings, solving
Our in-house research and test customer issues by providing bespoke
facilities enable continual product
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solutions for demanding applications.
They allow us to address specific
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and find the right solution faster.
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manufacture our own yarns,
combined with an in-depth
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and anti-corrosive ingredients,
enables us to continually improve
and develop our range of world
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Health warning: If PTFE products are heated to elevated temperatures, fumes will be produced which may give unpleasant effects, if inhaled. Whilst some fumes are emitted
below 300°C (572°F) from PTFE, the effect at these temperatures is negligible. Care should be taken to avoid contaminating tobacco with particles of PTFE or PTFE dispersion,
which may remain on hands or clothing. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available on request.
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