Q-Line Gaskets - Silicone
Note: These gaskets are available as Metal Detectable/X-Rayable Detectomers®, contact for pricing and availability.
Clear Platinum Cured Silicone Sanitary Q-Line Gaskets are an excellent choice for use in production facilities for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, high-purity water, and food/beverage products. Silicone Sanitary Gaskets can withstand temperature extremes, radiation, corona, ozone exposure, moisture and steam. We recommend considering Silicone Gaskets when it is not feasible to use PTFE Gaskets due to severely misaligned fittings, or if the cost of high pressure clamps outweighs the benefits of PTFE (extended service life). Unlike PTFE, Silicone gaskets are very flexible at low temperatures. They are also odorless, tasteless, non-toxic, and hygienic. With the ability to be autoclaved, irradiated and gas sterilized, Platinum Cured Silicone Gaskets provide you with the ultimate high purity contact surface.
The curing process of Silicone Gaskets has a direct affect on the amount and type of extractables the hygienic seal will emit. The peroxide curing process leaves residuals of Benzoic Acid (the curing additive) that results in unwanted surface conditions that can lead to product contamination. The platinum curing process eliminates this problem and minimizes reaction between the gasket and process fluids. These gaskets are post cured and will not cause cell mutation or growth retardation. Our Platinum Cured Silicone Gaskets maintain and uphold ultrapure water and cGMP process fluid standards. These gaskets have been manufactured from milled gum silicone which offers superior resistance to tearing and deformation when compared to traditional liquid injection molding silicone.
Storing Platinum Cured Silicone Gaskets:
- Shelf Life: 8 Years from cure date
- Store in original packaging in clean and dry warehouse
- Do not expose to direct sunlight
- Keep more than 6' away from electric motors
- Maintain temperature between 65°F and 85°F
- FDA CFR 21, 177.2600
- U.S. Pharmacopeia Class VI Certification
- USDA Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
- Cytotoxicity Criteria
- USDA and 3-A Sanitary Standards
- ADI Free® (Animal Derived Ingredient Free)
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
- Color Code: No Dot
- -40°F to 450°F Temperature Range
- Eliminates particulates
- Non-pyrogenic
- No pigmentation (clear version)
- No plasticizers
- No Benzoic Acid
- Non-toxic
- SIP up to 30 psi @ 123°C
- No reversion
- Smooth bore
- Non-leaching
- Odorless
- Tasteless
- Superior tear resistance
- Type I and II Tri-Clamp® Gaskets
- Screen Gaskets
- Sock Gaskets
- Orifice Plate Gaskets
- Gauge Guards
- Smart Gaskets
- Tubing
- O-Rings
- Mini Steam Trap Orifice Plates
- ANSI 150# Flange Gasket
- ANSI 300# Flange Gasket
- Bevel Seat Gaskets
- APC Gaskets
- John Perry Gaskets
- I-Line Gaskets
- DIN/ISO
- X-Ray Detectable
- Sheets
- Custom Gaskets, Profiles, Cord, Scrapers
| 1 = Excellent 2 = Good 3 = Acceptable 4 = Marginal 5 = Poor 6 = Do Not Use | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Cont. Steam | Inter. Steam | Pure Water Ambient | Pure Water Hot | Process Fluids Ambient | Process Fluids Hot | Process Fluid Variables 0°-100°C | Temperature Range |
| Tuf-Steel® | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -350°-550°F |
| Tuf-Flex® | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -20°-300°F |
| Food-Flex® | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -30°-250°F |
| PTFE | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -100° to 500°F |
| Silicone (platinum) | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | -40°-450°F |
| Silicone (peroxide) | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | -40°-450°F |
| FKM | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | -30°-400°F |
| EPDM (peroxide) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | -30°-300°F |
| Buna | 0 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | -30°-200°F |
Q-Line Gasket Sizing | |||
| Size | Inside Diameter | Outer Diameter | Bead Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1" | 0.90" (22.86mm) | 2.09" (53.09mm) | 1.44" (36.58mm) |
| 1-1/2" | 1.40" (35.56mm) | 2.12" (53.85mm) | 1.70" (43.18mm) |
| 2" | 1.89" (48.01mm) | 2.77" (70.36mm) | 2.25" (57.15mm) |
| 2-1/2" | 2.37" (60.20mm) | 3.46" (87.88mm) | 2.85" (72.39mm) |
| 3" | 2.87" (72.90mm) | 4.00" (101.60mm) | 3.37" (85.60mm) |
| 4" | 3.87" (98.30mm) | 5.00" (127.00mm) | 4.40" (111.76mm) |