Learn how to choose gasket materials based on temperature, pressure, chemicals, media, sealing requirements, and operating conditions.
Learn about gasket testing methods, including leak, compression, chemical, and temperature testing, and why testing matters for reliable sealing.
Learn the difference between Teflon and PTFE, including their properties, applications, chemical resistance, and how the terms are commonly used.
Learn how to install a gasket correctly, including surface preparation, alignment, placement, bolt tightening, and common installation mistakes to avoid.
Explore our gasket material compatibility chart to find the right gasket material for acids, bases, oils, fuels, solvents, water, and steam.
Gasket and Packing: What’s the Difference? Compare their sealing functions, applications, materials, and when to use gaskets versus packing.
Gasket Material: What Are Gaskets Made Of? Learn about rubber, graphite, PTFE, cork, fiber and metal gaskets and how to choose the right material.
Can a head gasket be reused? Most head gaskets should be replaced after removal, while some solid copper head gaskets may be reusable depending on condition.
