Silicon Carbide Gasket Description
Silicon carbide is an ideal material for pump gaskets. Silicon carbide gaskets have excellent corrosion resistance, great mechanical strength under high temperatures, and great wear resistance. Silicon carbide gaskets have great mechanical properties. Carbon-impregnated silicon carbide materials effectively improve self-lubrication.
Stanford Advanced Materials supplies silicon carbide gaskets processed by sintering and reaction bonding to fulfill various requirements of our customers. We can deliver both flat silicon carbide gaskets and custom-manufactured silicon carbide gaskets with complex shapes.
Silicon Carbide Gasket Specification
| Type |
Material |
Description |
| Sintered Silicon Carbide (S-SiC) |
SMB1 Basic pure SiC |
Purity of SiC > 98%
Hv: 26 Gpa |
| SMG1 Graphite impregnated |
15%~20% content of Graphite |
| SMP1 Porous |
Better friction resistance |
| Reaction Bonded Silicon Carbide (RB-SiC) |
SMB2 Basic SiC |
Purity of SiC > 88% |
| SMG2 Graphite impregnated |
20%~30% content of Graphite |
Silicon Carbide Gasket Application
Silicon Carbide (SiC) Gaskets are essential in various industries due to their exceptional properties, including high-temperature resistance, chemical inertness, and mechanical strength. In chemical processing, they ensure leak-proof seals in reactors, heat exchangers, and pipelines by withstanding corrosive environments and high temperatures. Aerospace and defense systems utilize SiC gaskets for their thermal stability and oxidation resistance in engines and exhaust systems. The automotive industry benefits from their durability in high-performance engines and turbochargers, while power generation equipment like gas turbines and boilers use SiC gaskets to enhance efficiency and longevity under high-temperature conditions. In the oil and gas sector, these gaskets ensure reliable performance in drilling equipment, pipelines, and refineries by resisting harsh chemicals, high pressures, and temperatures. Semiconductor manufacturing employs SiC gaskets in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and etching systems to maintain purity and integrity. Additionally, pharmaceutical and food processing industries rely on SiC gaskets for their chemical inertness and sterilization resistance. Marine engines and exhaust systems benefit from their seawater corrosion resistance, while nuclear reactors use them for their radiation resistance and thermal stability. The pulp and paper industry employs SiC gaskets for their resistance to chemical attack, and renewable energy systems, such as solar thermal and wind energy, use them for their environmental durability. Overall, SiC gaskets provide reliable seals and long service life across a wide range of demanding industrial applications.
Silicon Carbide Gasket Packaging
Our silicon carbide gaskets are carefully handled to minimize damage during storage and transportation and to preserve the quality of our products in their original condition.
