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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 Packing

    In 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 Packing

    In 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 Packing

    To 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...


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