Kammprofile gaskets

Technical Structure of a Kammprofile Gasket

Each Kammprofile gasket consists of:

• Metal core with concentric grooves: Typically made from stainless steel, carbon steel, or corrosion-resistant alloys. Its grooved surface concentrates sealing pressure at specific points.

• Soft (non-metallic) covering layer: Applied over the grooves to enhance sealing capability. Common materials include expanded graphite, PTFE, or non-commercial technical micas, selected based on the application environment.

• Outer ring (optional): Facilitates gasket alignment and installation, improving stability in large flanges or high-pressure systems.

Key Properties of Kammprofile Gaskets

Kammprofile gaskets are known for their balance between mechanical strength, sealing performance, and durability. Key features include:

• Precision-machined grooving: Enhances sealing efficiency by concentrating pressure on defined contact lines.

• Adaptability to extreme conditions: Suitable for corrosive fluids, high temperatures, and environments with sharp pressure fluctuations.

• Alkylation compatibility: Thanks to resistant coating materials, they are ideal for highly aggressive industrial processes.

• Reusability: The metal core can be reused by simply replacing the soft facing material.

Advantages of FraktalSeals Kammprofile Gaskets

• Superior sealing performance, even under vibration or thermal fatigue

• Excellent thermal and mechanical resistance, suitable for high pressures and temperatures

• Longer service life compared to conventional gaskets

• Cost savings through core reuse and easy maintenance

• Flexible design and material options, tailored to meet any industrial requirement

Applications

FraktalSeals Kammprofile gaskets are widely used in sectors where sealing reliability is critical:

• Petrochemical industry: Process piping, heat exchangers, reactors

• Thermal and combined-cycle power plants: Boilers, turbines, steam systems

• Nuclear industry: Critical seals in safety and containment systems

• Refineries: Equipment exposed to intensive thermal processes like cracking or distillation

• Chemical industry: Processes involving corrosive or volatile fluids

How to Select and Maintain Kammprofile Gaskets

To ensure safe and long-lasting sealing, the following factors must be considered when selecting a gasket:

• Nature of the fluid or gas in contact

• Operating pressure and temperature of the system

• Chemical compatibility of materials with the working environment

• Geometry and condition of the flanges

Recommended maintenance:

• Inspect the condition of the facing material and grooves before reinstallation

• Replace the soft layer if worn or damaged

• Properly clean sealing surfaces to avoid contaminants that could compromise sealing performance

FraktalSeals: Custom Manufacturing of Kammprofile Gaskets

At FraktalSeals, we design and produce custom Kammprofile gaskets to meet the specific needs of each industry. We use certified materials and precision technology to guarantee safe, efficient, and long-lasting sealing—even in the most demanding processes.