{"id":46,"date":"2016-06-13T02:30:39","date_gmt":"2016-06-13T02:30:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/?page_id=46"},"modified":"2023-12-27T22:52:55","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T22:52:55","slug":"sigma","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/?page_id=46","title":{"rendered":"Sigma"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-46\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-46-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-46-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-46-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<div>\n<div class=\"padbcont_BD79F3\">\n<div class=\"padbox_BD79F3\">\n<p><strong>When it comes to applications involving aggressive chemicals, <span class=\"h2\">SIGMA\/PTFE\u00a0die cut gaskets<\/span> provide enhanced levels of sealing performance when compared to conventional materials.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"largep\"><span class=\"h2\">SIGMA \/PTFE die cut gaskets<\/span><\/span> are all capable of sealing from cryogenic temperatures up to 500\u00baF (260\u00baC), and suitable for sealing virtually every chemical medium across the entire pH range (0-14).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For intermittent use even higher temperatures can be tolerated. Pressures from 1232 psi down to vacuum can be accommodated, furthermore, application involving low gasket stress will not result in loss of sealing performance.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"padbcont_B6AC77\">\n<p>Typically these relate to the use of glass lined, plastic and ceramic flanges or operational conditions where flanges have become damaged or distorted.<\/p>\n<p>The <span class=\"h2\">SIGMA\/PTFE<\/span> range of products has been engineered to be user friendly:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"productdesc\">\n<p>Materials can be cut easily using conventional tools and techniques<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"productdesc\">\n<p>Complex geometric shapes can be accommodated, including narrow sections<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"productdesc\">\n<p>Excellent dimensional stability<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"productdesc\">\n<p>Non-stick properties offer excellent removal after usage to reduce the downtime of shutdown<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"productdesc\">\n<p>All components in the SIGMA\/PTFE range are FDA compliant<\/p>\n<div class=\"faqwd_529 faqwd_conteiner \"><div  class=\"faqwd_categories faqwd_hidden\"><ul class=\"faqwd_categories_ul\"> <li class=\"faqwd_categories_li faqwd_category_id_10\" data-catid=\"10\">SIGMA<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_expand_collapse\">\r\n    <span class=\"faqwd_expand\">Expand All<\/span>    \r\n        <span class=\"faqwd_hidden\">|<\/span>\r\n    <span class=\"faqwd_collapse\">Collapse All<\/span>\r\n    <\/div><div class=\"faqwd_questions\"><div class=\"faqwd_cat_10 faqwd_cat faqwd_hidden\"><ul class=\"faqwd_questions_ul\"><li class=\"faqwd_question_li expand faqwd_qustion_li_10_610\"><div class=\"faqwd_question_title_container\" data-faqid=10_610> <div class=\"faqwd_question_title\"> <span class=\"faqwd_quest_numbering\">1. <\/span><span class=\"faqwd_post_title\" id=\"10_610\">SIGMA 500<\/span><\/div><div class=\"before20\"><span class=\"arr\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_content faqwd_question_10_610\"><div class=\"faqwd_answer_container\"><div class=\"faqwd_post_info\"><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_answer\"><p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-627 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/sigma_500-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/>MATERIAL:<\/strong> Biaxially orientated PTFE containing hollow glass microspheres<\/p>\n<p><strong>COLOR:<\/strong> Blue<\/p>\n<p>Sheet material with higher compression specifically formulated for use on glass lined, plastic or ceramic flanges. Also suitable for use on flanges which are non-parallel, damaged or distorted. Compatible with acids and alkalis at all but the highest concentrations. Enhanced compressibility is achieved by the incorporation of hollow glass mirospheres as the inorganic filler.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enhanced compressibility for low bolt loads<\/li>\n<li>Improved flexibility over conventional calendered and graphite sheets<\/li>\n<li>Moderate concentrations of acids &amp; caustics, chlorine and hydrogen peroxide<\/li>\n<li>Can be used for all concentrations of sulfuric acid<\/li>\n<li>WRAS approved for hot and cold potable water services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_options\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li ><li class=\"faqwd_question_li expand faqwd_qustion_li_10_613\"><div class=\"faqwd_question_title_container\" data-faqid=10_613> <div class=\"faqwd_question_title\"> <span class=\"faqwd_quest_numbering\">2. <\/span><span class=\"faqwd_post_title\" id=\"10_613\">SIGMA 511<\/span><\/div><div class=\"before20\"><span class=\"arr\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_content faqwd_question_10_613\"><div class=\"faqwd_answer_container\"><div class=\"faqwd_post_info\"><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_answer\"><p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-614 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/sigma_511.jpg\" alt=\"sigma_511\" width=\"150\" height=\"161\" \/>MATERIAL:<\/strong> Biaxially-orientated PTFE containing silica<br \/>\n<strong>COLOR:<\/strong> Fawn<\/p>\n<p>Standard compression sheet material reinforced with a silica filler. Intended for use with concentrated acids (except hydrofluoric acid) and with most general aggressive chemicals: also suitable for medium concentrations of alkalis.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standard compressibility<\/li>\n<li>Strong acids (except hydrofluoric) to general chemicals<\/li>\n<li>Can be used for all concentrations of sulfuric acid<\/li>\n<li>Not suitable for molten alkali metals, fluorine gas or hydrogen fluoride<\/li>\n<li>WRAS approved for hot and cold potable water services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_options\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li ><li class=\"faqwd_question_li expand faqwd_qustion_li_10_615\"><div class=\"faqwd_question_title_container\" data-faqid=10_615> <div class=\"faqwd_question_title\"> <span class=\"faqwd_quest_numbering\">3. <\/span><span class=\"faqwd_post_title\" id=\"10_615\">SIGMA 533<\/span><\/div><div class=\"before20\"><span class=\"arr\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_content faqwd_question_10_615\"><div class=\"faqwd_answer_container\"><div class=\"faqwd_post_info\"><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_answer\"><p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-616 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/sigma_533.jpg\" alt=\"sigma_533\" width=\"150\" height=\"161\" \/>MATERIAL:<\/strong> Biaxially orientated PTFE containing barium sulfate<br \/>\n<strong>COLOR:<\/strong> Off white (pigment free)<\/p>\n<p>Standard compression sheet material reinforced with barytes (barium sulphate) filler. SIGMA 533 is the preferred choice for sealing concentrated alkalis and is also compatible with Aqueous Hydrofluoric Acid. Restricted resistance to concentrated mineral acids.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standard compressibility<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for sealing food, pharmaceutical and other non-contamination applications<\/li>\n<li>Strong alkaline solutions to other general chemicals<\/li>\n<li>Aqueous hydrofluoric acid below 49%<\/li>\n<li>Not suitable for sealing molten alkali metals or fluorine gas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_options\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li ><li class=\"faqwd_question_li expand faqwd_qustion_li_10_617\"><div class=\"faqwd_question_title_container\" data-faqid=10_617> <div class=\"faqwd_question_title\"> <span class=\"faqwd_quest_numbering\">4. <\/span><span class=\"faqwd_post_title\" id=\"10_617\">SIGMA 588<\/span><\/div><div class=\"before20\"><span class=\"arr\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_content faqwd_question_10_617\"><div class=\"faqwd_answer_container\"><div class=\"faqwd_post_info\"><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_answer\"><p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-618 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/sigma_588.jpg\" alt=\"sigma_588\" width=\"150\" height=\"161\" \/>MATERIAL:<\/strong> Biaxially orientated PTFE<br \/>\n<strong>COLOR:<\/strong> Off white (pigment free)<\/p>\n<p>Most compressible PTFE sheet without filler; biaxially orientated PTFE\u00a0core with soft surfaces for higher, controlled compressibility.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Highly conformable surface layers designed for glass-lined, FRP, ceramic, plastic and low bolt load applications<\/li>\n<li>Modified PTFE inner core design to maximize sealability and prevent blow-out<\/li>\n<li>FDA compliant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_options\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li ><li class=\"faqwd_question_li expand faqwd_qustion_li_10_619\"><div class=\"faqwd_question_title_container\" data-faqid=10_619> <div class=\"faqwd_question_title\"> <span class=\"faqwd_quest_numbering\">5. <\/span><span class=\"faqwd_post_title\" id=\"10_619\">SIGMA 600<\/span><\/div><div class=\"before20\"><span class=\"arr\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_content faqwd_question_10_619\"><div class=\"faqwd_answer_container\"><div class=\"faqwd_post_info\"><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_answer\"><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-620 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/sigma_600.jpg\" alt=\"sigma_600\" width=\"150\" height=\"161\" \/>Developed specifically for petrochemical and chemical use. FDA compliant for both low and high bolt loads. Is non contaminating with lower creep an cold flow. A single gasket replacement for metallic and non-metallic flange applications.<\/p>\n<p>Designed to replace older conventional gasket technologies including skived PTFE, semi-restructured PTFE, and restructured PTFE. Its unique composition and uniform tensile strength make it a single gasket replacement material choice for both metallic and non-metallic flange applications like glass lined, ceramic, plastic or metal.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Max Temperature: 500\u00b0F (260\u00b0C)<\/li>\n<li>Max Pressure: 1235 psig (8.5 MPa)<\/li>\n<li>ASME m: 1.4<\/li>\n<li>ASME y: 1595 psi (11 MPa)<\/li>\n<li>pH Range: 0\u201314<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_options\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li ><li class=\"faqwd_question_li expand faqwd_qustion_li_10_621\"><div class=\"faqwd_question_title_container\" data-faqid=10_621> <div class=\"faqwd_question_title\"> <span class=\"faqwd_quest_numbering\">6. <\/span><span class=\"faqwd_post_title\" id=\"10_621\">Fluoroseal Joint Sealant Tape<\/span><\/div><div class=\"before20\"><span class=\"arr\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_content faqwd_question_10_621\"><div class=\"faqwd_answer_container\"><div class=\"faqwd_post_info\"><\/div><div class=\"faqwd_answer\"><h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-622 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/fluoroseal.jpg\" alt=\"fluoroseal\" width=\"150\" height=\"161\" \/><a href=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Fluoroseal_Brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fluoroseal joint sealant tape<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Fluoroseal_Brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-122 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/TN_Fluoroseal-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a> is manufactured from 100% expanded PTFE. The material offers good creep and cold flow resistance.<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Fluoroseal_Brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fluoroseal<\/a> possesses excellent chemical resistance. It is also weather resistant and will not deteriorate with age.<\/p>\n<p>The sealant tape is supplied with a self adhesive strip and is available in a range of widths from 3mm (1\/8\u201d) to 25mm (1\u201d). It conforms easily to irregular shapes and can be pushed into narrow openings effortlessly.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"faqwd_question_options\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/li ><\/ul > <\/div > <\/div><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-46-0-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-46-0-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-image panel-first-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-image so-widget-sow-image-default-8b5b6f678277-529\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"sow-image-container\">\n\t\t<img \n\tsrc=\"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Sigma_Products.jpg\" width=\"275\" height=\"157\" sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" alt=\"\" \t\tclass=\"so-widget-image\"\/>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-46-0-1-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>SIGMA BROCHURE<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-46-0-1-2\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-image panel-last-child\" data-index=\"3\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-image so-widget-sow-image-default-8b5b6f678277-529\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"sow-image-container\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/SIGMA-BROCHURE-DATA-SHEET.pdf\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" \t\t>\n\t\t\t<img \n\tsrc=\"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/DATA_SHEET-TN.jpg\" width=\"200\" height=\"258\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" alt=\"\" \t\tclass=\"so-widget-image\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to applications involving aggressive chemicals, SIGMA\/PTFE\u00a0die cut gaskets provide enhanced levels of sealing performance when compared to conventional materials.SIGMA \/PTFE die cut gaskets are all capable of sealing from cryogenic temperatures up to 500\u00baF (260\u00baC), and suitable for sealing virtually every chemical medium across the entire pH range (0-14).For intermittent use even [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-46","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/46","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=46"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/46\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1142,"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/46\/revisions\/1142"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/flexitallicspiralwoundgasket.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=46"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}