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Synthetic Packing FAQs
What is the difference between valve packing and pump packing?Can pump and valve packings be used interchangeably?
Which gaskets can I use for FDA applications?
How do I calculate the cross-sectional (c/s) size and the quantity of Compression Packing rings?
What is the difference between butt and skive cut rings?
- What is the difference between valve packing and pump packing?
Related: Compression PackingIn the case of pumps, the packing is generally designed to allow some leakage between the sleeve/shaft and packing to provide lubrication and heat rem Read more...
- Can pump and valve packings be used interchangeably?
Related: Compression PackingIn general, you some pump packing can be used in valves, but valve packing must not be used in pump application. Some packing is specifically designed Read more...
- Which gaskets can I use for FDA applications?
There are quite a few classes of materials that are safe for use in Food applications, and thereby FDA compliance. Phelps Style 7205 is F Read more...
- How do I calculate the cross-sectional (c/s) size and the quantity of Compression Packing rings?
Related: Compression PackingTo calculate the required number of packing rings you will need the stuffing box depth divide by the packing C/S and round to the nearest whole number Read more...
- What is the difference between butt and skive cut rings?
A butt cut joint is typically a straight on a piece of packing when the ends are joined.These cuts or joints are primarily used in rotating applicatio Read more...