Intercalatd graphite gaskets and pressure seals
US4799956A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 17, 1987 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 17, 2007 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16J15/3496
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gasket or other sealing member containing intercalated graphite exhibits improved strength and safety properties and simplified manufacture. Such a gasket may be formed by filling a mold of the appropriate shape with intercalated graphite powder and applying sufficient pressure and heat to produce a coherent mass. The properties of an intercalated graphite gasket may be further improved by incorporating metal reinforcement, metal powders, organic polymers ceramic powders or even exfoliated graphite into the intercalated graphite gasket.
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