Then, what type of gasket should be used? What factors need to be considered when selecting gaskets for flammable and explosive liquids?
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What kind of gaskets should be used for flammable and explosive environments? What factors need to be considered when selecting gaskets for flammable and explosive liquids?
First, your gasket must meet the process requirements of the operating conditions. This should refer to requirements regarding temperature, pressure, etc. Additionally, your gaskets need to meet the requirements of the materials used; they shouldn’t be easily corroded or altered by those materials
The question posed by the original poster is a bit too general. When it comes to selecting seals for flammable and explosive liquids and gases, three factors should be taken into consideration: 1) leakage rate – absolute no-leakage is impossible; many gaskets start leaking right from the moment they are installed； 2. Reliability depends on the selection of gaskets and their suitability for the operating conditions ； 3. Sealing is a systematic issue; in addition to gaskets, attention should also be paid to flanges, fasteners, and bolt tensioning to prevent loosening. I hope this can help you.