Non Elastomers FAQs

• Can I use painters tape on cork?

  Yes but be very careful how long you leave the tape on it and carefully remove it because the adhesive on the back on the tape “MAY” damag Read more...

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• Does Phelps have any gaskets that are approved to the NSF 61 for Drinking Water?
  Related: Gasket Material

  Yes, Phelps carries multiple products suitable for Drinking Water applications. Phelps Style 7100 - Aramid with Nitrile Binder, which is direc Read more...

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• Which gaskets work in Flange Isolation Kits?
  Related: Gasket Material

  Customers will occasionally ask for a flange insulation or isolation kit or gasket to electrically insulate one flange from the mating flange. Kits ar Read more...

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• What is Gasohol, and which gasket materials are good for Gasohol applications?
  Related: Gasket Material

  Gasohol is a blend of gasoline with an alcohol— usually 10 - 15% ethyl alcohol. In such applications most rubber gaskets are NOT recommended. F Read more...

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• What is the recommended Shelf Life for gaskets?

  Please visit Phelps' General Age of Elastomers for detaisl on each type of materials - (non)Elastomers, Graphites, PTFE etc. Read more...

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• 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...

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• Can cork floor be installed over radiant heat?
  Related: Composition Cork

  Cork is suitable for use with under-floor heating. The surface temperature of the floor should not exceed 85F. Greenshield must be installed with an a Read more...

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• What are the benefits of a cork floor?
  Related: Composition Cork

  Cork has numerous benefits in flooring application: resilience, durability, moisture resistance, thermal and acoustic insulation. Cork by nature is hy Read more...

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• How do I maintain the cork floor?
  Related: Composition Cork

  Regular cleaning and treatment with waxed finish with a good quality paste wax (i.e. Butcher wax) and buffing help enormously. Vacuum and/or damp mop Read more...

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• Does cork floor fade in the light?
  Related: Composition Cork

  Exposure to UV light as well as sunlight will cause color variations in cork – It typically turns a little yellow. This is normal and not a manufactur Read more...

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• Are cork floors affected by moisture and temperature changes?
  Related: Composition Cork

  Cork floors are subject to expansion and contraction due to climate and exposure to elements. During heating season, moisture is lost and the tiles ma Read more...

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