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PSI
Flange
Insulation, Gaskets, Sleeves,
Washers, Materials, Kits

PSI Flange Insulation Overview
| PSI LineBacker™ | PSI LineBacker™
Zero, 250 & 251 | PSI GasketSeal®
PSI FlangeMate® |
PSI LineSeal™ | PSI Custom Sealing
Gaskets | PSI Flange Isolation Kits
PSI Isolating Sleeves & Washerss
PSI
Isolating Gasket Types & Styles
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Type
"E" Gaskets
Type "E" Gaskets extend to the
outside diameter of the flange. They feature precision located
bolt holes, to automatically center the gasket, and offer
maximum protection against foreign material "shorting-out" the
flange.
Type "E" gaskets may be ordered
in any one of the following configurations:
- LineBacker® Sealing Gaskets
- GasketSeal® Sealing Gaskets
- Neoprene Faced Phenolic
Gaskets
- Plain Phenolic Gaskets
- Red Devil Gaskets
- Yellow Jacket Gaskets
- Garlock Gaskets
- Teflon® Gaskets
When configured as a LineBacker®
sealing gasket, the sealing element may be positioned anywhere
between the I.D. of the gasket and I.D. of the bolt circle.
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Type
"F" Gaskets
Type "F" Gaskets are made to fit
within the bolt hole circle of the flange. The O.D. of the
gasket extends out to the I.D. of the bolt hole circle for good
protection against foreign material "shorting-out" the flange.
When configured as a LineBacker® sealing gasket, the
sealing element may be positioned anywhere between the I.D. and
O.D. of the gasket. Type "F" gaskets may be ordered in any one
of the following configurations:
- LineBacker®
Sealing Gaskets
- GasketSeal®
Sealing Gaskets
- Neoprene Faced Phenolic
Gaskets
- Plain Phenolic Gaskets
- Red Devil Gaskets
- Yellow Jacket Gaskets
- Garlock Gaskets
- Teflon® Gaskets
When configured as a LineBacker®
sealing gasket, the sealing element may be positioned anywhere
between the I.D. of the gasket and I.D. of the bolt circle.
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Type "D"
Gaskets
Type "D" Gaskets are available
for RTJ flanges but the LineBacker®
sealing gasket is an excellent alternative to "D" gaskets
because the sealing element may be positioned anywhere between
the I.D. of the gasket and I.D. of the ring groove.
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PSI
Isolating Gaskets - Standard 1/8" Thick
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GasketSeal®
GasketSeal sealing gaskets
are considered one of the most effective methods for sealing and
isolating flanges of all types. The gasket consists of two
molded semi "O" rings (with precise crown-to-void ratio) mounted
in grooves on opposite sides of an isolating retainer. While
maintaining all the advantages of a full "O" ring seal, the semi
"O" ring seal eliminates the need for a sealing groove in the
flange face to reduce problems
associated with alignment. GasketSeal sealing gaskets incorporate near zero "m" and "y"
factors that make it possible to effect a positive seal without
tremendous bolt loads required with flat gaskets. GasketSeal
sealing gaskets are available in a wide variety of retainer and
sealing element combinations for matching gaskets to service and
environmental conditions. Refer to the chart for the GasketSeal
sealing gasket temperature ranges and material compatibilities.
More information: PSI GasketSeal Sealing
Gaskets
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LineBacker®
LineBacker sealing gaskets
utilize a patented rectangular sealing element, referred to as a
"quad" ring, in combination with a unique groove design to
effectively seal and isolate flanges of all types. With the
unique "quad" ring design, elastic memory is provided for
elastomers not normally associated with this characteristic.
Materials such as polyimide, TFE (Teflon) and vinyl may
therefore be used as sealing elements. which dramatically
increases the options available for matching gasket materials to
service and
environmental conditions. This greater variety of
materials also provides excellent temperature and chemical range
compatibility. LineBacker sealing gaskets incorporate
near zero
"m" and 'y" factors that make it possible to effect a positive
seal without tremendous bolt loads that are required with flat
gaskets. Refer to the chart for LineBacker sealing gasket
temperature range and material compatibilities. More
information: PSI PSI LineBacker Flange
Sealing Gaskets and PSI
LineBacker™ Zero, 250 & 251 Sealing Gaskets
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Neoprene
Faced Phenolic
Neoprene Faced Phenolic
gaskets have been used as standard "flat" isolating gaskets
in the oil and gas industries for many years. Soft neoprene
rubber sheets are factory applied to both sides of a laminated
phenolic retainer providing an effective sealing surface. The
temperature limit of these gaskets is approximately +175° F
(80°C). Note: Due to improved sealing characteristics and
retainer / seal element options, LineBacker or GasketSeal
sealing gaskets should be considered in lieu of neoprene faced
phenolic gaskets whenever possible.
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Flat
Gaskets
Flat Gaskets are used in special
applications such as elevated temperatures that often require
materials such as Red Devil or Yellow Jacket. Please contact
Corrosion Control Products Company for additional information on
available options.
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Suggested Flange
Isolation Material Compatibility
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| Medium |
Retainer |
Seal |
Sleeve |
Washer |
Temp.
Range °F |
Temp.
Range °C |
| Acetone |
Phenolic |
EPDM |
Mylar |
Phenolic |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Air |
G-10 |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
Phenolic |
-65 to +225 |
-54 to +107 |
| Ammonia, dry |
G-10 |
Teflon |
Mylar |
G-10 |
-65 to +220 |
-54 to +104 |
| Ammonia, wet*** |
G-10 |
Teflon |
Mylar |
G-10 |
+32 to +100 |
0 to +38 |
| Bleach |
G-10 |
Teflon |
Mylar |
G-10 |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Butylene (butidiene) |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +100 |
0 to +38 |
| Carbon dioxide |
G-10 |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
G-10 |
+32 to +150 |
0 to +66 |
| Caustic soda (NaOH) |
Consult Corrosion Control
Products Company |
| Cryogenic |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
-300 to +280 |
-184 to +138 |
| Ethanol |
G-10 |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
G-10 |
+32 to +100 |
0 to +38 |
| Ethylene (ethene) |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Fuel Oil |
G-10 |
Viton |
Mylar |
G-10 |
-20 to +280 |
-29 to +138 |
| Gas, natural |
Phenolic |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
Phenolic |
-65 to +220 |
-54 to +104 |
| Gas, sour |
Phenolic |
Viton |
Mylar |
Phenolic |
-20 to +220 |
-29 to +104 |
| Gasoline |
G-10 |
Teflon |
Mylar |
G-10 |
-65 to +225 |
-54 to +107 |
| Hydrogen |
G-10 |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
G-10 |
-65 to +250 |
-54 to +121 |
| Jet fuel |
G-10 |
Viton |
Mylar |
G-10 |
-20 to +225 |
-29 to +107 |
| LNG |
G-11 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
-300 to +100 |
-184 to +38 |
| Mercaptan |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
-20 to +80 |
-29 to +27 |
| Methanol |
G-10 |
Teflon |
Mylar |
G-10 |
+32 to +100 |
0 to +38 |
| MTBE |
G-10 |
Special Nitrile |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Nitrogen |
Phenolic |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
Phenolic |
-65 to +220 |
-54 to +104 |
| Oil, crude |
G-10 |
Viton |
Mylar |
G-10 |
-20 to +280 |
-29 to +138 |
| Oxygen** |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
-65 to +250 |
-54 to +121 |
| Pentane |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Propane |
G-10 |
Nitrile or Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Propylene |
G-10 |
Viton |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Sewage |
G-10 |
Viton |
Myla |
G-10 |
-20 to +280 |
-29 to +138 |
| Spent liquor |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +100 |
0 to +38 |
| Steam* |
Consult Corrosion Control
Products Company |
| Styrene |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +80 |
0 to +27 |
| Sulfur, molten |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +280 |
0 to +138 |
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Toluene |
G-10 |
Viton or Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+32 to +150 |
0 to +66 |
| Water, hot |
G-10 |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
G-10 |
+175 to +250 |
+79 to +121 |
| Water, potable |
G-10 |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
G-10 or
Phenolic |
+32 to +250 |
0 to +121 |
| Water, sea |
G-10 |
Nitrile |
Mylar |
G-10 or
Phenolic |
+32 to +250 |
0 to +121 |
| White liquor |
G-10 |
Teflon |
G-10 |
G-10 |
+80 to +280 |
+27 to +138 |
** = These are organic materials that will feed a fire if a leak
occurs and an ignition source exists.
*** = Ammonia (wet) - Data to +100°F (+38°C) only (same
materials as dry). |
| For pipe diameters over 24" or ANSI
Class pressure ratings of 600# or greater, use G-10 sleeves and G-10
washers where temperatures and other conditions permit. |
General Note:
The foregoing performance data are intended as guidelines only.
Performance suitability for any specific applications should be
determined by the user. Variation in temperature, pressure,
concentration or mixtures acting synergistically may preclude
suggested service use. Material selection is at the sole risk of the
user. Consult with Corrosion Control Products Company for specific
applications. PSI's responsibilities will be limited to those listed
in the PSI standard warranties.
Also see PSI
Flange Isolation Kits and
PSI Isolating Sleeves & Washers. |

PSI Flange
Isolation Ordering Guide
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For all Flange Isolation Kit sizes,
specify the following: |
For Flange Isolation Kits over 24",
also specify: |
- Quantity
- Nominal Pipe Size
- ANSI Class
150#
300#
400#
600#
900#
1500#
2500#
- Gasket Type
E = With Bolt Holes
F = Ring (No Bolt Holes)
D = For RTJ Flanges
- Gasket Style
GS = GasketSearl
LB = LineBacker
NP = Neoprene Faced Phenolic
PP = Plain Phenolic
RD = Red Devil
YJ = Yellow Jacket
GL = Garlock
TF = Teflon
- Retainer
Phenolic
G-3
G-7
G-10
G-11
- Seal Element
Neoprene
Nitrile
Viton
EPDM
Teflon (LB only)
- Washers
SW = Single Washers
DW = Double Washers
- Washer Material
1 PC = 1 Piece Acetal
Phen = Phenolic
G-3
G-7
G-10
G-11
- Sleeve
Poly = Polyethylene
Mylar
Nomex
Phenolic
G-7
G-10
G-11
- Gasket I.D. Flange
- Type
W = Weld Neck
S = Slip On
R = RTJ
BX = API BX
RX = API RX
O = Other (denote Specs and Table)
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- Flange I.D.
- Flange O.D.
- Flange Thickness
- Number of Bolts
- Bolt Diameter
- Bolt Hole Diameter
- Bolt Circle Diameter
- Sleeve Length Pipe I.D.
- Steel Sleeve I.D.
(for concrete pipe)
- Product In Line
- AWWA Class & Table
(or other similar standard)
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About Pipeline
Seal & Insulator, Inc. (PSI)
For over
40 years, Pipeline Seal
and Insulator, Inc. has been a technology leader in the field of
high quality sealing and isolating products used to guarantee
the safe flow of fluids passing through pipeline transmission,
distribution and process piping systems.
An installed base of thousands
upon thousands of gaskets and flange isolation kits, effectively
sealing and maintaining the integrity of corrosion mitigation
programs everywhere, confirms the effectiveness and reliability
of the PSI system. In fact, PSI flange isolation products are
relied upon for applications subject to the most severe
conditions (both internal and environmental), for specialized or
exotic fluids or for applications subject to extreme temperature
and pressure fluctuations
Flange isolation products include
a wide selection of isolating/sealing gaskets along with a
variety of sleeves and washers. For maximum flexibility,
components may be ordered separately or as part of complete
flange isolation kits.
Manufacturing facilities are
located in the United States and Europe, with sales and service
facilities located worldwide. All PSI facilities are ISO
9001:2000 certified with extensive quality control procedures to insure
total compliance with product performance and reliability
standards.
Additions to the PSI line of
flange isolation products are the LineBacker Zero™ sealing
gasket, LineBacker 250™ sealing gasket and
LineBacker 251™
sealing gasket, all designed to address problems associated
with asbestos substitutes and fugitive emissions. This website
section
includes suggested flange isolation material compatibility
charts as well as technical specifications and an ordering /
work sheet.
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