Are you looking for gland packing in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda for your pumps, boilers or related applications. We have all sizes of gland packing at affordable prices. Our gland packing is made from carbon fibers and graphited for superior performance.
Carbon Fiber Gland Packing
Carbon fiber gland packing in Kenya is Braided from strong carbon continuous yarns after softening, impregnated with proprietary lubricants and graphite particles, which fill voids, act as a break-in lubricant, and block leakage. The Inconel wire reinforcement provides increased mechanical strength, usually for static.
Temperature range is 200°C to 500°C.
Application of Carbon Fiber Gland Packing
1. Valves and Pumps in High-Temperature Conditions
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Use: Ideal for sealing rotary and reciprocating shafts.
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Industries: Power generation, chemical processing, and oil refineries.
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Why Carbon Fiber? It withstands extreme temperatures (up to 600°C), thermal shocks, and high pressures without degrading.
2. Sealing in Steam and Condensate Lines
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Use: Effective in superheated and saturated steam lines.
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Benefits: Maintains tight seals, reduces steam loss, and handles expansion and contraction caused by temperature variations.
3. Acid and Alkali-Resistant Applications
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Use: Applied in chemical reactors, mixers, and acid pumps.
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Chemical Compatibility: Carbon fiber resists a wide range of aggressive chemicals, excluding strong oxidizers like nitric acid.
4. Marine and Offshore Equipment
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Use: Shaft sealing in water pumps, desalination plants, and fuel systems.
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Benefits: Offers high resistance to saltwater corrosion and wear.
5. Petroleum and Refinery Units
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Use: Gland sealing in hydrocarbon transfer pumps and valve stems.
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Durability: Carbon packing resists hydrocarbons, solvents, and thermal breakdown, reducing maintenance.
6. Pulp and Paper Industry
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Use: Pump packing in paper slurry systems.
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Why Suitable: Handles abrasive media and reduces wear due to its low friction properties.
Key Properties That Enable Its Application
| Property | Benefit in Application |
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| High thermal conductivity | Dissipates heat efficiently from moving equipment |
| Chemical resistance | Compatible with acids, alkalis, and solvents |
| Low friction coefficient | Minimizes shaft wear and energy consumption |
| Non-glazing surface | Prevents hardening and maintains flexibility |
| Pressure resistance | Handles high-pressure environments (up to 500 bar) |
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