Gland Packing

Division

the AESSEAL® group of companies

designers and manufacturers of mechanical seals,
bearing protectors, seal support systems and shaft
packing which maximize rotating equipment up-time.

www.aesseal.com
 Introduction
AESSEAL® is a world leader in sealing technology. AESSEAL®
manufactures and supplies possibly the world’s largest range
of mechanical seals, supported by international service centres.
To complement this range AESSEAL® also manufactures an extensive range of high quality gland
packing. In our opinion, this outstanding range of products and services make AESSEAL® the best
choice whatever your seal or packing requirements may be.
AESSEAL plc Group
The company is fully committed to excellence in customer service and this commitment runs through Headquarters, Rotherham, UK

the organization at all levels. Exceptional customer service is only possible if the entire organization
lives and breathes it.
• One global delivery performance standard
• In our industry a huge inventory is the key for exceptional service
• AESSEAL® packing division holds an extensive inventory so customers have no need to do so;
probably the highest level of inventory to sales value in the industry, with a strategic inventory turn
of over 3 times, in our industry; inventory equals service

Proven Maintenance Costs Reductions

AESSEAL® offers a selected range of gland packing that have been specifically designed and
manufactured to reduce plant operational and maintenance costs. Therefore, it is of the utmost
importance to select the highest quality modern fibre packing in an inter-braided construction and
optimized profile to provide the most resilient, long-lasting packing sealing solution.

Proven Quality and Reliability

AESSEAL® provides a complete packing service, combining an extensive stock and expert technical Industry leading service is
enhanced by a fully automated
advice, based on over 25 years of experience. AESSEAL® packing division utilizes the most advanced stocking and inventory system
and enduring inter-braid construction.

Maximum Service Life and Resilience

The braiding quality is of prime importance, otherwise it could significantly affect the service life.
Packing manufactured using smaller or obsolete braiding machines lacks the strength of real cross-
lock construction, because they are more rounded in cross-section and not as dense.
If the packing braid is loose, it is less durable. If round, it requires a greater gland pressure to carry
out the sealing process thereby causing higher mechanical stress. As the packing wears out, more
and more adjustments are needed to the gland, which in turn causes further mechanical stress on
the packing, resulting in reduced life span. Trapezoid
shaped construction
The highest level of packing design is to be found in a trapezoid shaped construction as
described on pages 9-11 of this publication.

Dynamic Test Rig

This test rig (pictured right) allows us to measure on each installed packing ring:
• Pressure drop on outer diameter
• Temperature
• Leakage
In addition energy input and the total leakage on shaft and housing can be determined. A variable
speed control allows simulation of the influence of miscellaneous factors and hydrodynamic friction
on the packing and it’s running properties. The efficiency of lantern rings and neck bushes in different
positions within the stuffing box can also be evaluated.
Because of thorough testing the AESSEAL® packing division can optimize the design and
construction of gland packing. EDI Test rig for Pump packing

2 Introduction
Maximum Packing Life
Along with its construction, size also affects the performance of a
packing. Our applied SPC (Statistic Process Control) technology
guarantees precision and uniformity.
Too big and the packing will burn out, too small and it will require constant adjustment. Packing with
inconsistent density and size will never give a controllable seal.

Precision braiding and subsequent treatment ensures an even and parallel surface between the packing rings.
SPC guarantees a constant quality with repeatable results, which leads to higher operating reliability and
prolonged service life expectancy for the user. Packing that bears the SPC quality seal is under a permanent
control throughout the entire production process. This has the advantage that any discrepancy is immediately
detected and can be corrected, before it results in size failures or density variations.

Packing Stock

AESSEAL packing has an exceptional level of resilience and conformity of volume. The high quality design and construction
®

requires less pressure on the gland to form the seal, which in turn leads to less wear on the equipment, less maintenance and
most importantly, increased packing life. The advanced technological developments of the newer synthetic fibres, together with
the braided construction, allow our packing to offer superior performance. Synthetic fibre packing is far more cost effective and
greatly reduces operational costs, which are important factors when considering gland packing selection.

Engineered products like die formed

or pre-cut rings, rectangular shapes,
seal frames etc. delivered for individual
customer applications account for
over 35% of AESSEAL® packing
division total sales. 65% of total sales
are standard products available with
24 hour shipment from stock. The
AESSEAL® dedicated packing division
also provides customer support for
non-standard requirements.
In addition to the focused technical
application team and fast delivery
philosophy our manufacturing facility
processes packing from 2mm (0.063”)
to 100mm (4.000”) cross-section in a
wide range of shapes, from square,
optimized square to trapezoidal, round
or rectangular cross-sections.

Braiding Hall

Maximum Packing Life 3

 Pump Packing
Pump packing is used for high shaft speeds. Pump packing contains
specially formulated lubricants to aid equipment start up and ensure packing
pliability for a longer life.
We offer corner and running track reinforced Hybrid-Pack®. Typically a minimum of 2 different yarns are combined: e.g. a
reinforcing characteristic (as found with Aramid fibres) with yarns containing graphite. The latter improves the heat conductivity.
Corner reinforcement is suitable for axial motion machinery such as plunger pumps. A positive side effect is to minimize the risk of
gap extrusion.
Typical applications for Hybrid-Pack® are found on rotating shafts. Running track reinforcement is preferred over corner
reinforcement. This is because the equal distribution of reinforcing material over the width of the packing assures a uniform load
on the shaft surface. A side effect of the running track reinforcement is to stop the movement of abrasive particles, which can be
induced by the shaft rotation and to protect the softer component of the packing.

Install packing with Logo facing to housing side and in rotating

applications with the arrow marking in the direction of rotation

Reinforced corners for Reinforced running track for

oscilating plungers rotating shafts against churning
product particles

Icon Key
Pump Packing
Rotary Reciprocating Static

Style 210
100% ParaAramid continuous fibre with PTFE impregnation
and a special dynamic ‘run-in’ lubricant, silicon oil free.
Characteristics
• Good for abrasive products, wear resistant, universal packing
particularly suited to the sewage and paper industries
• Little monitoring required, short ‘run-in’ period
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*60 p (bar) 25 500 250 360 7200 3600 p (psi)
v (m/s) 25 2 - 4900 400 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -50 ...+280 -58 ... +535 t ºF
pH 2-12 2-12 pH
g/cm3 1,25 0,0452 lb/in3

4 Pump Packing
Pump Packing
Style 274 / Style 270
Combination braid made of ePTFE / Graphite and ParaAramid fibre
with ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Excellent heat conductivity
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*50
• Universal packing for abrasive products
• Reduced adjustment work
p (bar) 25 500 250 360 7200 3600 p (psi)
• Style 274 with corner reinforcement for reciprocating
v (m/s) 20 3 - 3900 600 - v (ft/m)
movement or for equipment with bigger clearances t ºC -100 … +280 -148 … +535 t ºF
Also available as: Style 270 in “zebra” braid, running track reinforced pH 2-12 2-12 pH
g/cm3 1,50 0,0542 lb/in3
for rotating equipment (shown right) ^
figures displayed valid for 274

Style 290
Synthetic fibre with PTFE impregnation and silicon free dynamic ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• High durability and flexibility
• Excellent chemical resistance (e.g. hydrofluoric acid 15% / 50°C)
• High cross-section density through PTFE blocking agent,
good for crystallising media
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*35 p (bar) 20 60 100 360 1450 1450 p (psi)
• Good pliability, therefore perfectly adaptive to v (m/s) 15 2 - 3000 400 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -50 ...+280 -58 ... +535 t ºF
uneven shaft surfaces
pH 1-13 1-13 pH
Suitable for: Sugar, paper and chemical industries. g/cm3 1,35 0,0488 lb/in3

Style 299
Polyimid Fiber with PTFE Impregnation and Silicone Run In Lubricant.
Characteristics
• High fatigue strength and flexibility
• Good acid resistance
• High cross section density through PTFE blocking agent, good for crystallizing media
• Recommended shaft surface hardness: HRC 35
• Good pliability, therefore perfect adaption of uneven shaft surfaces p (bar) 20 60 100 290 870 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 15 2 - 2950 390 - v (ft/m)
Suitable for: t ºC -100 ...+280 -150 … +540 t ºF
pH 0-12 0-12 pH
Chemical, Sugar, paper and mining industries.
g/cm3 1,35 0,0488 lb/in3

Style 326
Carbon fibre with special graphite impregnation and silicone free ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Graphitized all-round packing with excellent ‘emergency run’ capabilities
• Good wear resistance against abrasive and crystallizing products
• Volume stable, pressure stable
• High cross section density due to special impregnation
• Excellent value for money p (bar) 20 250 150 290 3600 2200 p (psi)
v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45 t ºC -50 ...+180 -58 … +360 t ºF
Suitable for: pH 5-11 5-11 pH
g/cm3 1,35 0,0488 lb/in3
Chemical and paper industries, sewage treatment plants
and community facilities.

*HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale. 5

 Pump Packing
Style 328
Synthetic fibre, PTFE impregnated with ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Protected against wear with abrasive media
• High cross-section density and structural stability,
but also elastic and pliable
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45
• Simple handling during installation and ‘run-in’ period p (bar) 20 100 100 290 1450 1450 p (psi)
• Cost effective packing v (m/s) 12 1,5 - 2400 300 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -50…+140 -60…+285 t ºF
Suitable for: Paper and pulp industries, sugar plants pH 5-11 5-11 pH
and waste water treatment. g/cm3 1,35 0,0488 lb/in3

Style 330
Highest grade carbon fibres impregnated with specially formulated dynamic silicon free ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Excellent versatility
• Wear resistant for abrasive products
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45
• Stable volume, no shrinkage, excellent heat conductivity
• Excellent chemical and physical properties p (bar) 30 100 100 435 1450 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 25 2 - 4900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Suitable as a bullring in combination with a softer pliable packing
t ºC -50 ...+300 -58 … +570 t ºF
pH 2-12 2-12 pH
g/cm3 1,45 0,0524 lb/in3

Style 333
Combination braid from carbon reinforced expanded graphite tape and carbon fibre, with ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• High standardization potential
• Wear resistant through running track reinforcement,
nevertheless shaft protecting
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*35
• Excellent heat conductivity
• Suitable for dry running applications p (bar) 25 100 100 360 1450 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 30 2 - 5900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Non-hardening, good reset capability, coefficient of t ºC -50 ...+300 -58 … +570 t ºF
thermal expansion like steel pH 2-12 2-12 pH
• Self lubricating excellent use in pumps, minimizing the g/cm3 1,10 0.0397 lb/in3
need of flush water
Suitable for: Power plants, boiler houses, paper and pulp and chemical industries

Style 350
Braid made of flexible expanded natural graphite foil.
Characteristics
• Very good emergency running capability, no wear on the shaft, excellent thermal conductivity
• Highest quality pure graphite gives a coefficient of expansion similar to steel
• The rings have to be densified 15-20% during the assembly
• Can be universally applied
• Packing needs to be pre-compressed p (bar) 20 - 300 290 - 4350 p (psi)
v (m/s) 20 - - 3900 - - v (ft/m)
• Die formed rings are recommended t ºC -200 ...+550 -330...1000 t ºF
(400° in oxidizing atmosphere) (750 in oxidizing atmosphere)
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,20 0,0434

6 *HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale.

Pump Packing
Style 351
Braided from expanded graphite with integrated carbon reinforcement for easier handling.
Characteristics
• Very good emergency running capability, no wear on the shaft, excellent thermal conductivity
• Highest quality pure graphite gives a coefficient of expansion similar to steel
• The rings have to be densified 25-30% during the assembly
• Can be universally applied
• Packing needs to be pre-compressed p (bar) 20 65 300 290 940 4350 p (psi)
v (m/s) 30 3 - 5900 600 - v (ft/m)
• Die formed rings are recommended t ºC -200 ...+550 -330...1000 t ºF
(400° in oxidizing atmosphere) (750 in oxidizing atmosphere)
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,0 0,03613

Style 785
Braided from 100% GORE® GFO® expanded PTFE-fibre with incorporated
graphite and silicone ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Made from 100% GORE® GFO® fibre
• PTFE and graphite is closely woven and treated with a
break in lubricant capable of withstanding high temperatures
• Highly heat conductive
p (bar) 25 250 150 360 3600 2200 p (psi)
• Effectively chemically inert over the entire pH range and particularly v (m/s) 25 2 - 4900 400 - v (ft/m)
suitable in arduous chemical applications t ºC -100…+280 -148…+535 t ºF
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
• Produced using our dense cross-lock process for square inter-braiding. g/cm3 1,55 0,0526 lb/in3
Helps prevent extrusion problems, reduces gland pressure needed
and prolongs packing life
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*25

Style 790
PTFE-Graphite multifilament fibre with silicone free ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Self-lubricating, graphite enhanced to give minimal friction
and good heat conductivity
• Short ‘run-in’ period
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*25
p (bar) 25 250 150 360 3600 2200 p (psi)
• Resistant against extrusion
v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Universal packing, good price / performance ratio t ºC -50…+280 -58…+535 t ºF
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,65 0,0596 lb/in3

Style 799
Braided from expanded PTFE-fibre with incorporated
graphite and silicone ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• High heat conductivity
• PTFE and graphite is closely woven and treated with a break in lubricant
capable of withstanding high temperatures
• Effectively chemically inert over the entire pH range and particularly
p (bar) 25 250 150 360 3600 2200 p (psi)
suitable in arduous chemical applications v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Produced using our dense cross-lock process for square inter-braiding. t ºC -100…+280 -148…+535 t ºF
Helps prevent extrusion problems, reduces gland pressure needed pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,60 0,0578 lb/in3
and prolongs packing life
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*25

*HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale. 7

 Pump Packing
Style 830
Cotton with tallow/grease and Run In Lubricant.
Characteristics
• Universal packing for lower temperatures
• Excellent value for money
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45
• Excellent in products containing solids
p (bar) 20 50 50 360 725 725 p (psi)
v (m/s) 10 2 - 2000 400 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -20…+100 -58….+285 t ºF
pH 5-13 5-13 pH
g/cm3 1,45 0,0524 lb/in3

Style 870E
Ramie fibre with PTFE blocking agent and silicone free ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Universal packing for lower temperatures
• Cost effective
• Long lasting, shaft protecting, resistant to rotting
• Good for media containing solids
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45 p (bar) 20 100 100 360 1450 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 12 1,5 - 2400 300 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -50…+140 -58….+285 t ºF
pH 4-11 4-11 pH
g/cm3 1,35 0,0488 lb/in3

Technology
Normal packing deforms, especially when large cross-section packing is wrapped around a small diameter shaft. The
AESSTAR range is specially produced with a non-uniform keystone cross-section, which forms the perfect section when installed
in the stuffing box. The AESSTAR range transforms from a keystone into a square shape, providing an even pressure distribution
over the entire stuffing box, avoiding leakage along the outer diameter and minimizing the wear of both the shaft and the packing.
This extends the life of the packing, improves the sealability and gives shorter ‘run-in’ periods.

The red arrow stamp on the outside diameter of AESSTAR packing

indicates the outside diameter stuffing box bore side of the packing
and displays the preferred installation orientation. Therefore, it is
recommended that the arrow mark point in the direction of the shaft
rotation.
AESSTAR Packing is manufactured in sizes 10mm (0.375”) and
above. Smaller sizes are manufactured in square cross-section.

Trapezoid Advantage
150 %
AESSTAR™ Packing
Square Packing

100 %

50 %

0%
OD Housing Shaft Leakage Run In time Drive Energy Input Operating Shaft Wear Life Time
Leakage Temperature

8 *HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale.

 Technology
Style 250TP ARASTAR
Aramid staple fibre with PTFE-blocking agent and silicone free ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Volume stable, pressure stable, also usable for fittings
• Offers excellent wear resistance, suited to abrasive and hardening media
• Dense surface and cross section with high PTFE content and special yarn structure
• High cross-section density, protects against crystallising media
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*50 p (bar) 25 100 100 360 1450 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Trapezoidal shape for reduced shaft wear t ºC -50 …+250 -58 … +480 t ºF
pH 2-12 2-12 pH
Also available: g/cm3 1,25 0,0452 lb/in3

In square shape as Style 245 and as Style 240 without ‘run-in’ lubricant in
a range of sizes for valve applications.

Style 266TP ALLSTAR

Combination braid of ePTFE yarn with incorporated graphite and MetaAramid fibres
and special pore-filling impregnation.
Characteristics
• Highest practical standardization possibilities
• Reduced wear through special ‘running track’ reinforcement
• High cross section density and compactness, still elastic
and flexible; good with hardening and crystallizing products p (bar) 25 150 150 360 2200 2200 p (psi)
• Special impregnation ensures packing will not harden v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
and improves pliability t ºC -100..+280 -148…+535 t ºF
pH 1-13 1-13 pH
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45 g/cm3 1,55 0,0560 lb/in3
• Excellent chemical resistance

Style 275TP SLURRYSTAR

Combination braid of ePTFE / Graphite and Para-Aramid
fibre as corner reinforcement with special pore-filling impregnation.
Characteristics
• Corner reinforced packing with reduced wear through improved
heat conductivity
• Extrusion resistant, ideal for worn equipment with bigger gap width
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*50 p (bar) 25 500 250 360 7200 3600 p (psi)
• Universal packing for abrasive media v (m/s) 20 3 - 3900 600 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -100..+280 -148…+535 t ºF
Suitable for: Paper and pulp, sugar, sewage and chemical industries. pH 2-12 0,054 pH
g/cm3 1,50 0,0542 lb/in3

Style 285TP PAPERSTAR

MetaAramid fibre with PTFE blocking agent and ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• ‘Clean packing’ required in applications where protection against contamination is required
• High cross-section density and structural stability, still elastic and flexible
• Minimized friction means reduced shaft wear
• Protected against wear with abrasive media
• Simple handling during installation and ‘run-in’ period p (bar) 25 100 100 360 1450 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45 t ºC -100..+280 -148…+535 t ºF
Suitable for: Paper and pulp industries, sugar plants and pH 1-13 1-13 pH
g/cm3 1,40 0,0506 lb/in3
waste water treatment.

*HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale. 9

 Technology

Style 366TP GRAPHOSTAR

Braided from expanded graphite yarn with integrated carbon fibre
reinforcement and carbon fibres as corner reinforcements.
Characteristics
• Non-hardening, good reset capability, coefficient of thermal expansion like steel
• Self-lubricating excellent for use in pumps, minimizing the need of flush water
• Universal plant-wide use in static and rotating applications
• Very good dry running characteristic p (bar) 25 100 300 360 1450 4350 p (psi)
v (m/s) 30 3 - 5900 600 - v (ft/m)
• Packing should be densified 15-20% during installation
t ºC -200 ...+550 -330...1000 t ºF
We recommend the use of die formed rings (*400º in oxidizing atmosphere) (750 in oxidizing atmosphere)
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
• High temperature resistance, excellent heat and electric conductivity
g/cm3 1,10 0,0397 lb/in3
• Wear and extrusion stability through carbon fibre corner reinforcement
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45
Suitable for: Power stations, boiler houses, petrochemical and paper industries.
Approval: BAM certified for the use in gaseous oxygen @ 60°C and 25 bar // 140°F and 360psi

Style 380TP CARBOSTAR

High purity carbon fibre with cross section impregnation and ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Self lubricating fibre with high Carbon content and excellent heat conductivity
• Cross section impregnation avoids the penetration of crystallizing products
• Wear resistant against abrasive products
• Excellent for plant wide standardization EU&
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*45 FDA
COMPLIANT

• Thermal balanced construction, the coefficient of expansion

is similar to steel, the packing is volume stable and p (bar) 30 100 100 435 1450 1450 p (psi)
does not shrink; minimal adjustment is required v (m/s) 25 2 - 4900 400 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -50 ...+300 -58 … +570 t ºF
Suitable for: Sugar mills, pulp and paper industry pH 2-12 2-12 pH
g/cm3 1,50 0,0542 lb/in3
Approval: This packing is certified to the regulations of EC 1935:2004
in accordance with EU 10/2011

Style 728TP PAPERSTAR HS

Hybrid braid in W-Profile made of heat conductive ePTFE Yarn
with Meta-Aramid fiber reinforcement and Silicone Run In Lubricant
Characteristics
• Clean packing with ultimate heat conductivity for abrasive products in pumps EU&
and other rotating equipment FDA
COMPLIANT
• Recommended shaft surface hardness: HRC 35
• Porosity filling coating increases density and protects p (bar) 20 100 100 290 1450 1450 p (psi)
the packing in crystallizing mediums. v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -100…+280 -148…+535 t ºF
pH 1-13 1-13 pH
Suitable for: Paper and pulp Industry, power plants, chemcial industry g/cm3 1,55 0,0560 lb/in3
and waste water treatment plants and Applications with abrasive products
and when white packing is required
Approval: This packing is certified to the regulations of EC 1935:2004 in accordance with EU 10/2011

10 *HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale.

 Technology

Style 745TP FOODSTAR

Combination braid of PTFE and PTFE fibre with incorporated heat conductive microparticles.
Characteristics
• ‘White packing’ means no product contamination
• Wide chemical resistance EU&
• Increased lifetime due to mechanical resistance FDA
COMPLIANT

and outstanding heat conductivity

• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*25 p (bar) 20 100 100 360 1450 1450 p (psi)
• Form stable universal packing, suitable for vacuum v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -100..+280 -148…+535 t ºF
Suitable for: Pharmaceutical, chemical, pulp and paper and food industries. pH 1-14 1-14 pH
g/cm3 1,75 0,0632 lb/in3
Approval: this packing has conformity with FDA CFR 177.1550 and is
certified to the regulations of EC 1935:2004 in accordance with EU 10/2011

Style 770TP PULPSTAR

Combination braid of ePTFE / Graphite and PTFE fibre with special pore-filling impregnation.
Characteristics
• High cross-section density and structural consistency, elasticity and adaptability
• Excellent in acidic, alkaline, as well as hardening and crystallising fluids
• A special impregnation prevents hardening of the packing
• Universal chemical use
• Improved gliding properties minimizing wear p (bar) 25 250 250 360 3600 3600 p (psi)
v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*25 t ºC -100..+280 -148…+535 t ºF
Suitable for: Paper and pulp, sugar and chemical industries. pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,65 0,0596 lb/in3

Style 789TP-PROSTAR
Hybrid-Braid made of ePTFE/ Graphite and Graphite Yarn with additional X-Section Impregnation
and Silicone Run In Lubricant
Characteristics
• Preferred packing for sealing abrasive mediums in all manner of plant rotating equipment
• Excellent when used in crystalizing products
• Low Coefficient of friction and ultimate heat conductivity
• High plant standardization possibilities p (bar) 25 250 150 360 3600 2200 p (psi)
v (m/s) 25 2 - 4900 400 - v (ft/m)
• Recommended Shaft Surface Hardness HRC35
t ºC -100…+280 -148…+535 t ºF
Suitable for: pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,55 0,0560 lb/in3
Bauxite industry, general mining applications, ash slurries in power plants,
chemcial industry, waste water treatment plants and universal use

Style 795TP UNISTAR

Braided from 100% ePTFE / Graphite incorporated fibre with silicone ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Excellent heat conductivity
• Very easy and safe assembly. Also easy to cut and handle
• No embrittlement or ageing and easy to dismantle
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*25
• Universal chemical resistance p (bar) 25 250 100 360 3600 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 25 2 - 4900 400 - v (ft/m)
Option: Style 795TP is available in square braid as Style 787 t ºC -100..+280 -148…+535 t ºF
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,55 0,0560 lb/in3

*HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale. 11

 Valve Packing
Valve packing is generally used in high pressure applications.
The packing contains no extractable materials such as oil and remains non-porous even under extreme temperatures.
The construction has a fine surface texture making it pliable against the valve stem and is by design very extrusion resistant.

Style 310
Carbon-filament yarn with high temperature graphite impregnation.
Characteristics
• High temperature graphite impregnation raises the cross-section
density and acts as a stable pressure cushion for the carbon fibres
• Elastic, doesn’t wear and offers valve stem protection
• Very good with temperature changes as carbon and steel have
a similar thermal expansion coefficient p (bar) 30 - 300 435 - 4350 p (psi)
• Excellent suitability for bullrings (anti-extrusion rings) in v (m/s) 15 - - 3000 - - v (ft/m)
t ºC -40 .. +550 -40...1000 t ºF
combination with expanded graphite packing like Style 350, 351,355 (400º in oxidizing atmosphere) (750 in oxidizing atmosphere)
pH 2-12 2-12 pH
g/cm3 1,10 0,0397 lb/in3

Style 337
Braided from expanded graphite tape,with reinforcement and a special PTFE film coating
Characteristics
• Avoids ‘slip-stick’ effect
• Excellent in MOV and AOV control valves
• Easy to cut, assemble and disassemble
• We recommend die formed rings
• Non-hardening, good reset capability, coefficient of p (bar) - - 150 - - 2200 p (psi)
thermal expansion similar to steel v (m/s) - - - - - - v (ft/m)
t ºC -50 ...+300 -58 … +570 t ºF
• High cross section density and sealability to minimize emissions pH 0-14 0-14 pH
• Wear and extrusion stability through structure reinforcement g/cm3 1,30 0,0470 lb/in3

• Low coefficient of friction minimises adjustment force on valve steam

• Rings should be compressed 20-25% of their height during installation
Approval: TA Luft 300 and EN15848. Please ask for details
BAM certified for the use in gaseuous oxygen @ 60°C & 20bar // 140°F & 280psi

Style 340
Braid made of flexible expanded natural graphite foil with
a 10 myh wire mesh reinforcement per braiding strand.
Characteristics
• Packing needs to be densified 15-20% during the assembly
• Excellent disassembly due to wire reinforcement compared to standard expanded Graphite rings
• High extrusion resistance, can be used as bullring for Style 350, 351 & 355
• Highest quality pure graphite gives a coefficient of expansion similar to steel p (bar) - - 500 - - 7200 p (psi)
• Universal valve packing v (m/s) - - - - - - v (ft/m)
t ºC -200 ...+650 -330...1200 t ºF
• Non hardening (400º in oxidizing atmosphere) (750 in oxidizing atmosphere)
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
• Die formed rings are recommended g/cm3 1,15 0,0415 lb/in3
WARNING not to be used in rotating application!
Approval: BAM certified for the use in gaseous oxygen @ 60°C & 25 bar // 140°F & 360psi

12 *HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale.

Valve Packing
Style 343
Braided from specially formulated expanded graphite, reinforced with a proprietary
inconel wire matrix and impregnated with a passive, inorganic corrosion inhibitor
Characteristics
• Non-hardening, excellent re-adjustment capability, coefficient of thermal expansion similar to steel
• Extrusion stability through ultrafine inconel metal mesh reinforcement on each braided strand
• Universal plant wide use in all block and manual valves
• Passive corrosion inhibitor to protect valve stems p (bar) - - 500 - - 7200 p (psi)
v (m/s) - - - - - - v (ft/m)
• High temperature and high pressure capabilities t ºC -200 ...+650 -330...1200 t ºF
• Easy to install and easy to remove from stuffing boxes (450º in oxidizing atmosphere) (840 in oxidizing atmosphere)
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
• Low coefficient of friction, valves open/close more easily g/cm3 1,35 0,0488 lb/in3
• No torque required, rings should simply be compressed 20-25% of their original height during Installation
Approval: BAM certified for the use in gaseous oxygen @ 60°C and 25 bar // 140°F and 360psi ,
API 622 certified and API 589 Firesafe tested. Please ask for details.

Style 355
Braid made of flexible expanded natural graphite foil with an integrated inconel
reinforcement per fibre strand.
Characteristics
• Highest quality pure graphite gives a coefficient of expansion similar to steel
• Packing needs to be densified 15-20% during the assembly
• Improved disassembly compared to standard expanded graphite rings
• Can be universally applied p (bar) - - 300 - - 4350 p (psi)
v (m/s) - - - - - - v (ft/m)
• Non hardening t ºC -200 ...+550 -330...1000 t ºF
• Die formed rings are recommended (400º in oxidizing atmosphere) (750 in oxidizing atmosphere)
pH 0-14 0-14 pH
WARNING not to be used in rotating application! g/cm3 1,20 0,0434 lb/in3

Style 375
Highest grade graphite filament yarn with high temperature graphite impregnation.
Characteristics
• Works perfectly as bullring for softer packing made of expanded graphite
• The high temperature graphite impregnation increases the cross section density
and works as a form stable pressure cushion for the graphite fibres
• Purity > 99% C content
• Universal chemical resistance p (bar) 30 - 300 435 - 4350 p (psi)
• Excellent where temperature varies, since graphite has v (m/s) 15 - - 3000 - - v (ft/m)
t ºC -40 .. +650 -330...1200 t ºF
a similar coefficient of expansion as steel (450° in oxidizing atmosphere) (840 in oxidizing atmosphere)
pH 1-14 1-14 pH
Suitable for: Power plants, boiler houses, high pressure and high
g/cm3 1,05 0.0379 lb/in3
temperature applications, digester applications
BAM approval for the use in gaseous oxygen @ 60°C/15bar / 140°F/218 psi

Style 730
100% PTFE-fibre with special PTFE dispersion.
Characteristics
• For high pressure and vacuum applications
• Long operational period, does not wear
• Die formed rings are recommended
• Very little maintenance, few adjustments necessary
• Universal chemical usefull range p (bar) 25 250 500 360 3600 7200 p (psi)
v (m/s) 2 1,5 - 400 300 - v (ft/m)
• Lowest coefficient of friction t ºC -200…+280 -330…+535 t ºF
A special version Style 735OX, is available with BAM approval for pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,60 0,0578 lb/in3
oxygen in liquid & gas form at 30 bar/60°C (435 psi/140°F).
EU& Density 1,8. This special packing has conformity with FDA CFR 177.1550
FDA
COMPLIANT
and is certified to the regulations of EC 1935:2004 in accordance with EU 10/2011

*HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale. 13

 Special Packing
The packing uses fibres and a braiding process specifically developed
to suit the application.
The formulation of the materials and lubricants is selected to suit the environment in which the packing is used.

Style 260
Combination-braid of PTFE-fibre with ParaAramid corner reinforcement and ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• High cross-section density and compactness
• Elastic and flexible
• Also usable in pumps
• Recommended shaft hardness HRC*55
• Universal quality for high pressure applications and use with
abrasive media p (bar) 25 500 250 360 7200 3600 p (psi)
• No contamination of media v (m/s) 20 2 - 3900 400 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -100 … +280 -148 … +535 t ºF
• Wear resistant and form stable pH 2-12 2-12 pH
g/cm3 1,45 0,0524 lb/in3

Style 720
PTFE-fibre with PTFE dispersion and silicone free ‘run-in’ lubricant.
Characteristics
• Pliable, easy to compress packing
• Recommended surface hardness HRC*25
• Good emergency running properties
• Excellent chemical resistance
Clean packing should be used where contamination
of product has to be avoided. p (bar) 15 100 100 220 1450 1450 p (psi)
v (m/s) 10 1,5 - 2000 300 - v (ft/m)
t ºC -50…+280 -58…+535 t ºF
A special version Style 725SI, with density 1.90 is made pH 0-14 0-14 pH
EU& from food grade fibers and an improved silicone oil. g/cm3 1,70 0,0614 lb/in3
FDA
COMPLIANT
The packing is FDA compliant and approved
to EN 1935:2004 according to EN 10/2011.

Style 760
PTFE-fibre with incorporated graphite.
Characteristics
• Very stable shape, little wear
• Good heat conductivity
• Can be used as a bullring
• Recommended surface hardness HRC*25
• Recommended for HIGH PRESSURE applications in valves p (bar) 40 800 500 580 11600 7200 p (psi)
v (m/s) 8 3 - 1600 600 - v (ft/m)
and piston pumps
t ºC -200…+280 -330…+535 t ºF
• Suitable for oxygen bleaching operations pH 0-14 0-14 pH
g/cm3 1,35 0,0488 lb/in3
BAM approval for oxygen in liquid and gas form at
65 bar / 40ºC and 50 bar / 200ºC (945 psi / 105ºF and 725 psi / 390ºF.

14 *HRC = Hardness Rockwell C Scale.

DVS INJECTSTAR
The DVS INJECTSTAR Packing Compound System was developed for the pulp and paper and the chemical
industry and is suitable for the application in mixers, kneaders and similar equipment. Due to its excellent
pliability, the system can also be used on worn shaft surfaces. With only the top and bottom rings need
to be precise dimensioned. The special fibres and lubricant make the DVS INJECTSTAR System suitable
for universal use. The loose compound is held in place with a top and bottom ring shaped in a special
geometry. Additional material and compression is applied by a hydraulic feeding unit. The system needs
little maintenance only and due to its loose structure, it doesn’t wear the shaft surface.
Technical Parameters DVS-4800
• Simple installation
v [m/s] 12 39 v (ft/s)
• Operates well on worn shaft surface t ºC -40 ... +315 -40 ... +599 t ºF
• Shaft protecting pH 2 - 12 2 - 12 pH
Colour: Black Application: High temperature
• Requires no adjustment of the gland
Technical Parameters DVS-5400
• Density 1.1 g/cm3
v [m/s] 8 26 v (ft/s)
• Can be re-pressurised in operation t ºC -10 ... +260 +14 ... +520 t ºF
Universal endring can as well be pH 2 - 12 2 - 12 pH
supplied in radial split design Colour: White Application: General use

We supply a two component system — H and P in both styles DVS 5400 and 4800.
Component H: Designed for a quick manual fill of the Stuffingbox.
Component P: Designed for injection with our press style DVS TP 9000. Unit: Cans 1 kg (2.2 lbs), Hobbok of 15 kg (33 lbs).

ENVIROSTAR 200, 200BR, 300 and 400

Reliability and environmental focused packing solution for valves. TA Luft and EN 15848 approved systems are die formed ring
assemblies with some of the lowest emission rates and minimized ‘slip-stick’ effect in automatic driven control valves.

ENVIROSTAR 200
• This ring set of pure PTFE packing is a high-level technological solution complying with
TA Luft directives.
• The leakage parameters of 6,3x10-6 mbar l/(sm) complies with the VDI directives 2440,
which specifies a maximum allowed leakage of 1.0x10-4 mbarl/(sm) (test media- helium) AMTEC
Approved
ENVIROSTAR 200BR
• This ring set of pure PTFE packing and PTFE compound bullrings, is a high-level
technological solution complying with TA Luft directives
• The leakage parameters of 4.2x10-5 mbar l/(sm) complies with the VDI directives 2440,
which specifies a maximum allowed leakage of 1.0x10-4 mbarl/(sm) (test media- helium)
MPA
Approved
ENVIROSTAR 300
• The ring set of inconel matrix reinforced expanded graphite yarn with a PTFE coating
and a special pore filling impregnation, is a high-level technological solution.
• The leakage parameters of 8,4x10(-3)mbar l/(ms) complies with the VDI directives 2440,
which specifies a maximum allowed leakage of 1.0x10-2 mbarl/(sm) (test media- helium)
and as well to ISO 15848 approved and tested with 20.000 cycles and 2 thermic cycles
AMTEC
(RT,200°C) and a leakage rate of 6.1x10(-4) mg/s/m. Approved

ENVIROSTAR 400
• Packingset made by combining two expanded Graphite grades and designs in order to
avoid blow out and extrusion and as well enhance the sealability of this valve sealing set.
• The leakage parameters of 8,6x10 (-3)mbar l/(ms) complies with the VDI-directives 2440
which specifies a maximum allowed leakage of 1.0x10(-2)mbar l/(ms) (test media helium).
AMTEC
Approved
ENVIROSTAR 400-2
• Packingset made by combining two expanded Graphite packing styles in order to avoid
Yarmouth Research and Technology, LLC
Fugitive Emission Test Certificate
ISO 15848-1: 2015 - Modified for Packing Only

Certificate Number: 222255A Test Start Date: 8/16/2022

Test End Date: 8/19/2022

Customer Information
Customer: AESSEAL
Web Address: www.aesseal.com

blow out and extrusion and as well enhance the sealability of this valve sealing set.
Manufacturer Location: Rudolf Diesel ring 28 D82054 Sauerlach

Valve Information
Product Description: ENVIROSTAR 400-2
Tested in API 622 Test Fixture
Stem Diameter: 25.4 mm
Test Fluid: Helium
Tightness Class: CH (<4.5E-3 mbar.l/sec)
Endurance Class: CO1 (205 mechanical cycles, 2 thermal cycles)
Temperature Class: 400°C Test Pressure: 51.1 bar at 20C
Number of Packing Adjustments (SSA): 1 34.7 bar at 400C

Test Results

The set was tested and approved by Yarmouth Research, Maine in USA.
Performance Class:
ISO FE CH - CO1 - SSA 1 - t400C - ANSI Class 300 - ISO 15848-1

This certificate refers to the above mentioned product. This is to certify that the test
specimen provided is in conformity with the standard mentioned above. This
certificate does not imply assessment of the production of the product. Qualification
of similar valves to the tested valve shall be done in accordance with section 8 of the
test specification.

Certified By

Matthew J. Wasielewski, PE
President and Manager
Yarmouth Research and Technology, LLC

• The tighteness class is CH with <4,5E-3mbar.l/s. The endurance class is CO1 with 2 thermal
434 Walnut Hill Road
North Yarmouth, ME 04097 USA
www.yarmouthresearch.com
info@yarmouthresearch.com
(207) 829-5359

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cycles and 205 mechanical cycles. Number of Packing adjustments (SSA) 1. Test pressure: AMTEC
20°C @ 51,1bar and 400°C @ 34,7bar. Test fluid Helium. Approved

Performance Class ISO FE CH-CO1-SSA1-t400C-ANSI Class 300 - ISO 15848-1.

Requirements for ENVIROSTAR products: Max surface roughness: Stem:Ra~ 1 um, Housing:Ra ~ 5 um
These tests have been successfully passed without live loading. Nevertheless for highest performance and maximum sealing lifetime, we recommend
for pressure above 40 bar/580 psi and frequently varying temperature and pressure, the use of LIVESTAR our Live Loading System (See page 17).

DVS Injectstar 15
 Die Formed Ring Packing
Custom made ring sets are available for pumps, agitators, valves and reciprocating equipment. Die formed and pre-cut rings are
today’s user-friendly solution and provide the best sealing result without product waste.
Assembly is simple and secure. A tool stock of over 2,000 die forms in various sizes enables us to fulfil the demands of most
pump and valve packing users of quick seal sets.

All of our packing range can be made as pre-cut or pre-compressed, die formed rings. The advantages include:
1. Improved Performance: Packing is supplied close to its working density.
The ring stack has a uniform density throughout the stuffing box length, no over
compression of rings next to gland.
2. Reduced Inventory: Excess inventories in packing spools of different sizes
and styles are eliminated using ring sets dedicated for an application. Common
equipment with identical stuffing box sizes and similar application may use the
same spare part ring set.
3. Waste Elimination: Die formed or pre-cut ring sets eliminate
waste created when packing is cut onsite. A ring set has the exact
amount of packing rings to pack a pump or valve. Furthermore,
no waste occurs when additional packing material of a spool is
not returned to stock.
4. Faster Installation: Ring sets reduce repacking time as well
as the start up time, and minimize the amount of readjustments. Controlled Leakage path through ring cuts with additional length

5. Reduced Mis-application: Dedicated to an application

all ring sets can be labelled as spare part for equipment.
6. Tracking: Ring sets as a spare part for any equipment can be
performance tracked with our Asset Health program.
To easily identify a dedicated packing ring set for an application,
customer stock ring sets can be custom labelled by style, size, Optimized pressure distribution with die formed rings
number of rings, stores codes, barcodes and other information on
request. Our software selects from over 2,000 quality dies the
right one for an application and converts from inch to metric sizes.

Best Technical Solution

Design:
• Made from all common types of packing
• Rings or tubes, open, closed or glued ends
Form of Delivery:
• Pre-compressed or form cut rings, complete sets Select from over 2,000 die forms the best solution for your application

• Available dimensions: 2.5mm (0.079”) to 500mm (19.700”)

• Custom made construction on request following
drawing details
Advantages of Die Formed Packing Rings:
• Improved sealing - longer service life
• Faster and easier installation - error prevention
• Perfect cut - elimination of waste
• Even pressure distribution - shorter ‘run-in’ process
• Minimized energy loss due to reduced friction
Die Forming Press

Special literature for designed ringsets for

specific applications is available on request
AESSEAL PACKING STYLE CONTROLSTAR FIV AESSEAL PACKING STYLE SOOTSTAR - Sootblower packing set AESSEAL PACKING STYLE Scanset Classic
Installation ready Control Valve Kits 100 % Carbon / Graphite fibre combination with special impregnation Combination of optimised packing styles and a lanternring
Characteristics Characteristics Characteristics
∙ This Hybrid Control Valve packing design combines the low friction characteristics of PTFE, integrated with the low thermal ∙ Pressure stable and pliable packing material ∙ Minimal volume loss
expansion and flexibility of expanded Graphite. The 5-Ring Sets create the optimum sealing configuration for long term ∙ Temperatur resistant, minimal volume loss and consolidation ∙ Excellent pressure resistance
reliability even in temperature cycling situations. ∙ Thermal coefficient of expansion of the packing set is similar to the packing housing material of the sootblower ∙ Universal chemical compatibility
∙ The packing rings contain an ultra thin inconel wire matrix to eliminate extrusion. All the rings utilize an inorganic passive ∙ Wear resistant ∙ Extrusion resistance
corrosion inhibitor to protect against valve stem pitting. All rings are die-formed for exact fit and increased sealability. ∙ The construction uses in multiple layers extrusion resistant wiper rings in combination with rings, made from ∙ Expansion factor of the total set close to the rate of steel
braided expanded graphite with integrated carbon fiber reinforcement. All rings are supplied with butt cut for troublefree ∙ Long service time
installation and bidirectional operation.
∙ The best result is achieved by combining a bearing bushing to center the lance Option1 and LiveStar Lifeloading on the gland
bolts Option 2.

Operating range Main application Function components of Live Loading System

Operating range Main application Form of delivery Operating range Main application
∙ Controlvalves The Proload Live Loading System assembly fits over
p [bar] 300 the existing gland bolts and needs to be tightened at ∙ Sootblower in Powerplants. Ready to install pre compressed die ∙ Digester Feeders
p [bar] 25 300 p [bar] 30 100 300
t °C -200 … +300 installation till the visible assembly gap closes. Typical manufacturers: formed ring set assembled in the ∙ Digester Outlet Devices
0 – 14 Suitable for During operation it works as an indicator if wear or v [m/s] 15 Bergemann, Diamond Power, way of installation. v [m/s] 8 2 ∙ Hydro Pulpers
pH
consolidation appear and the Proload Live Loading t °C -40 … +550 Copes Vulcan… etc. with several t °C -40 … +250 ∙ Similar Applications
A high temperature packing set >300 °C ∙ All Industries assembly needs to be retightened to its optimal set pH 2 – 12 blow elements and drives
pH 1 – 14
is available on request. point. A torque wrench is not required. The feature of Proload Live Loading ∙ Similar applications
is to automatically adjust the gland and keep the packing set under constant
Approval pressure. Temperature in oxidizing atmosphere
+400 °C
∙ BAM for gaseous oxygen
60 °C / 20 bar

Further components Form of delivery Dimensions Option 1 Option 2

Form of delivery Order text
AESSEAL © 2021 | 08/21 | EN-03 | LN- SOOTSTAR - Sootblower packing set

The carbon restriction bush is The complete kit includes a As example for Fisher control valves. On request also available for other Best performance is achieved when The best function with our
made from a high purity material die-formed five ring packing set, common controlvalves. assembling this bronze bearing Sootstar packing set is achieved in Ready to install ring set assembled Manufacturer Shaft diameter (mm)
with > 99 % C content with high an axially split carbon restriction bushing in the stuffing box. This combination with our LIVESTAR Live
compression strength. Precisely SB Crossection Fisher Valve Size Pressure Class Article Code in the way of installation. Please
AESSEAL © 2021 | 08/21 | EN-03 | LN- CONTROLSTAR FIV

bushing and two preset Live supports the soot blower lance Loading System. Special designs kindly specify the type and Style Stuffingbox bore diameter (mm)
machined tolerances narrow the gap
AESSEAL © 2021 | 08/21 | EN-03 | LN- Scanset Classic

Loading Cartridge assemblies. As Metric (mm) Imperial (inch) and the packing is radially not with softer spring force and enlarged manufacturer of the equipment
at the bottom of the stuffing box to a
minimum and offer some bearing area all sealing components are split 9.5 x 22.2 0.375 x 0.875 1; 1.5 150# 22436 overloaded. spring way are available as L10RB, for control purposes of the packing Flushport connection diameter Total stuffingbox depth (mm)
for thinner and horizontal orientated they will be installed in the stuffing L12RB or L3/8RB, L1/2RB. dimension.
box without removing the actuator 9.5 x 22.2 0.375 x 0.875 1; 1.5 300# 22437 In radial split design for easy The LiveLoading system ensures
valve stems. The length of the bush is Distance from Flushport center to stuffingbox face
readily made up to a depth utilizing thereby simplifying the installation 12.7 x 25.4 0.375 x 0.875 1; 1.5 150# 22438 installation. 2 Halves with axial the compression of the packing set
the optimum amount of packing rings in the field. 12.7 x 25.4 0.5 x 1.000 2; 3; 4 300# 22440 threaded bore for easy removal. Wear even in the event of load changes,
for best sealing performance and indicators assure functionality. temperature fluctuations or wear and
19.05 x 34.9 0.75 x 1.375 6; 8 150# 20714
low friction of the stem as a result repositioning of the packing.
acknowledged by leading studies. 19.05 x 34.9 0.75 x 1.375 6; 8 300# - 600# 20715

All technical information and advice is based on our experience and will be given most conscientiously but without any liability. All technical information and advice is based on our experience and will be given most conscientiously but without any liability.
All technical information and advice is based on our experience and will be given most conscientiously but without any liability.
Indication and figures are for guidance only and need to be examined by the user. All sizes are subject to manufacturing tolerances. We reserve the right to modify specifications at any time. Indication and figures are for guidance only and need to be examined by the user. All sizes are subject to manufacturing tolerances. We reserve the right to modify specifications at any time.
Please note that the technical values cannot be used all at the same time in their maximum values. Please note that the technical values cannot be used all at the same time in their maximum values. Indication and figures are for guidance only and need to be examined by the user. All sizes are subject to manufacturing tolerances. We reserve the right to modify specifications at any time.
Please note that the technical values cannot be used all at the same time in their maximum values.

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APISTAR 4337 CONTROLSTAR SOOTSTAR SCANSET

16 Die Formed Ring Packing
 S

LIVESTAR BES — Live Loading System SW

1
New generation encapsulated disc spring system
2
with defined compression length.

H
3

h1
Main areas of application:
• Valves • Control valves • Sootblowers 4
Advantages: M
• Disc springs slide on an even machined surface rather than on the bolt thread øD
• Disc springs are encapsulated by outer cylinder and protected against environmental impact
• Simplified installation, no torque measuring tools necessary Material of Construction
Pos Part Materialspec
• Adjustment indicator shows relaxation of the spring set due to volume loss
1 Nut/Boltextension 1.4301
or wear of the packing stack. Simply tighten the nut until the gap closes 2 Springcup 1.4305
• BES-Life loading system acts as a prevention against mechanical destruction 3 Spring 1.8159 galCd
of packing keeping it under the optimum compression at all times 4 Springcover 1.4305

• Extended nut screws on the existing valve bolt thereby eliminating the need for new longer bolts

Typical Problem:
The stack of disc springs is too long for the available bolt length. As a result the bolts need to
be replaced which is time and cost consuming. Without inner or outer guidance the springs shift
asymmetrically on the bolt and display uneven loads and bear the risk to hang up.

The Solution:
The LIVESTAR BES Live loading system screws on top of the bolt giving thereby plenty of extra length to
accommodate the uncompressed disc spring stack. The system ensures an equal load of compression for
thermal expansion. The optimum compression length is set by the LIVESTAR BES housing dimension.

Functional Description:
When the packing consolidates and wears in operation the springs maintain the
gland pressure and the sealing force constant. This consolidation is shown by a small
inspection gap at the bottom of the housing. At a routine inspection the system is simply
tightened down till the gap is closed again. The full load and compensation length of the
disc springs is now available. No torque measuring tools are needed!

Dimensional Data
Dimension Bolt Size Metric FE (N ) Nm Dimension Bolt Size Imperial FE (lbf ) ftlb

L8 8 4,660 7 L5/16” 5/16 1,048 5.2

L8 HI 8 9,256 14 L5/16” HI 5/16 2,081 10.3

L10 10 4,722 9 L3/8 “ 3/8 1,062 6.6

L10 HI 10 9,440 18 L3/8” HI 3/8 2,122 13.3

L10 Sootblower 10 4,722 9 L3/8” Sootblower 3/8 1,062 6.6

L12 12 9,346 20 L7/16” 7/16 2,101 14.8

L12 HI 12 18,224 40 L7/16” HI 7/16 4,097 29.5

L12 Sootblower 12 9,346 20 L1/2” 1/2 2,101 14.8

L14 14 16,254 48 L1/2” Sootblower 1/2 2,101 14.8

L14 HI 14 31,695 96 L1/2” HI 1/2 4,097 29.5

L16 16 16,254 48 L9/16” 9/16 3,654 35.4

L16 HI 16 31,695 96 L9/16” HI 9/16 7,125 70.8

L18 18 40,258 136 L5/8” 5/8 3,654 35.4

L18 HI 18 50,254 170 L5/8” HI 5/8 7,125 70.8

L20 20 40,258 136 L3/4” 3/4 9,050 100.3

L20 HI 20 50,254 170 L3/4” HI 3/4 11,298 125.4

L22 22 38,530 144 L7/8” 7/8 8,662 106.2

L24 24 38,530 144 L1” 1 8,662 106.2

LIVESTAR BES — Live Loading System 17

 AESTEX 100% PTFE Joint Sealant
Materials:
100% pure ePTFE (according to VDE-VDI 2480) in a stretched filament knotted fibre structure.
This ensures a high pressure resistance (no cold flow) and a good adaptation to the flange surface.
Characteristics:
• Simple to install, universal plant wide use
• Excellent adaption, ideal to compensate uneven gland surfaces
• Physiologically safe in temperatures up to 260ºC/500ºF
Fig 1
• Selection criteria: max unevenness of gland should not be greater
than 1/3 of resulting seal thickness
Width Width Roll Recommended Surface Pressure / Resulting Thickness
Order-Nr. Installation
(mm) (inches) length Flange width 10N/mm2 20N/mm2 30N/mm2
1. Clean joint surfaces
AESTEX/1 1 1/24 25m / 82ft - 0.15 0.10 0.08 Fig 2
2. Detach protection
AESTEX/3 3 x 1.5 1/8 25m / 82ft <NW 100/NW 4” 0.40 0.35 0.30 strip from adhesive side
AESTEX/5 5x2 3/16 25m / 82ft <NW 300/NW 12” 0.80 0.60 0.50 3. Place the seal on the
flange
AESTEX/7 7 x 2.5 1/4 25m / 82ft <NW 800/NW 32” 1.00 0.80 0.70
4. Overlap the ends
AESTEX/10 10 x 3 3/8 25m / 82ft <NW 1.500/NW 60” 1.20 0.90 0.80
by 1-2cm / 3/8-3/4” right Fig 3
AESTEX/12 12 x 4 1/2 10m / 33ft <NW 1.500/NW 60” 1.45 1.15 0.95 in front of a bolt (Fig.1)
AESTEX/14 14 x 5 9/16 10m / 33ft >NW 1.500/NW 60” 1.60 1.20 1.00 5. Cut of the rest of seal
AESTEX/17 17 x 6 5/8 10m / 33ft 2.10 1.50 1.40 For pressure sensitive
In case of greater flanges use a skive cut see
AESTEX/20 20 x 7 3/4 10m / 33ft 2.40 1.80 1.40
unevenness a Fig. 2 & 5. On big flanges
AESTEX/25 25 x 5 1.0 5m / 16.5ft double layer is 1.60 1.20 1.00 use a concentric layer or Fig 4
AESTEX/28 28 x 5 1.125 5m / 16.5ft recommended 1.60 1.20 1.00 meander as in Fig. 3

AESTEX/40 40 x 5 1.5 5m / 16.5ft 1.60 1.20 1.00

Gas tight from 20N/mm2 surface pressure during operation conditions

Pressure [bar] 55 [psi] 800 * 270°C/520°F is the theoretical material value. 315°C/600°F
for short time only.
Temp min. [ºC] -240 [ºF] -400
** After first heat cycle retighten the bolts.
EU&
Temp max.** [ºC] +270* [ºF] +520*
*** Except molten or dissolved alkaline metals, elementary or
FDA
COMPLIANT
Chem Resist.*** [ph] 0-14 dissolved flourine under high pressure, non ageing.
Technical parameters dependent on installation conditions. Max values for temperature and pressure are valid only
with optimized installation conditions and under consistant monitoring

AESBIAX 100 % PTFE Flange Gasket Material

Compression proof and form stable ePTFE joint sealant. Main areas of application: larger flanges
and vessels, agitators, glass-lined flanges and heat exchangers
Characteristics:
• No change in width during compression, perfect for narrow or limited surface areas
Material:
100 % pure ePTFE (in accordance with VDE-VDI 2480) in a biaxial expanded structure.

Width in Thickness in mm (inch) Assembly instruction AESBIAX:

mm inch
2 3 4 5 6 9 10 Material ends have to be connected with an approx. 15-20° angle cut.
(0.08) (1/8) (0.16) (3/16) (1/4) (0.35) (0.4)
10 3/8 X X X X X X X To seal the cut properly, we recommend to cut slightly longer and overlap
15 9/16 X X X X X X X the ends to get 120% in material height at the cut in material height.
20 3/4 X X X X X X X
25 1 X X X X X X X
General Approvals AESTEX and AESBIAX: EU&
30 1 3/16 X X X X X X X FDA Conformity: CFR 177.1550 – “Perfluorocarbon resins” FDA
COMPLIANT
35 1 3/8 X X X X X X X
40 1 9/16 X X X X X X X
Food: EC 1935:2004 in accordance with EU10/2011
45 1 3/4 X X X X X X X AESTEX
50 2 X X X X X
Approvals: TÜV approval according to MUC-KSP-A066 BAM approval
55 2 3/16 X X X X
60 2 3/8 X X X X for gazeous oxygen 60°C/140°F and 40 bar / 580psi
65 2 1/2 X X X X DVGW Reg Nr DG-5127 CL 0032 gas and water approved.
TA Luft: 1.7 x 10 (-7) mbar l/(ms) @ 250°C test pressure
Cut here approx 1.2 x Seal Thickness
AESBIAX
h 1.2h
Approvals: TÜV approval according to MUC-KSP-A066
Fig 5 TA Luft: 1.5 x 10 (-8) mbar l/(ms) @ 250°C test pressure
BAM approval for gazeous oxygen 60°C/140°F and 40 bar / 580psi (and
AESBIAX is also available in sheets with the dimension of
liquid oxygen gasket sheet only)
1100 x 1000mm / 43,3 x 39,4” and 1500x1500mm / 59x59” in thickness
of 0,5mm / 0,02” to 10mm / 0,4”. See page 19 AESBIAX D 10 As well we manufacture cut gaskets of the mentioned materials in
our gasket cutting department.
18 AESTEX 100% PTFE Joint Sealant
PTFE Gaskets
AESFLON D3.4 BLUE
PTFE Gasketsheet with Special Anorganic Filler
D3.4 Blue has a high continuity of density distribution over the entire gasket area.
Typical Applications
• Components
• Piping System
• All Flanges, also with reduced gasket compression or smaller Pressure Vacuum to 55 bar Vacuum to 800 psi
surface damages
Temp. min. -210°C -345°F
• Steel, Glass, Ceramic or Plastic flanges
Temp. max. +260°C (315°C*) +500°F (600°F*)
• Highly aggressive media in the full pH range, EU&
except for molten alkali metals and fluorine gas. FDA
COMPLIANT
Chem. Resist. *** pH 0 - 14

TA Luft approval VDI 2440 * Short term. *** Except molten or dissolved alkaline metals, elementary or
dissolved fluorine under high pressure, non-ageing.
DVGW approval The provided Pressure and Temperature data is based on optimal
installation condition and steady control of the flange connection.

AESFLON D3.5 FAWN

PTFE Gasketsheet with Silicate Reinforcement
D3.5 Fawn has a high continuity of density distribution over the entire gasket area.
100% virginales PTFE Microstructured PTFE with Silica filler

Typical Applications
• Components
Pressure Vacuum to 55 bar Vacuum to 800 psi
• Piping System
• Steel flanges Temp. min. -180°C -290°F

• Highly aggressive media in the full pH range, Temp. max. +230°C (260°C*) +445°F (500°F*)

except for molten alkali metals and fluorine gas. Chem. Resist. *** pH 0 - 14
TA Luft approval VDI 2440 * Short term. *** Except molten or dissolved alkaline metals, elementary or
dissolved fluorine under high pressure, non-ageing.
FDA Conformity The provided Pressure and Temperature data is based on optimal
installation condition and steady control of the flange connection.

AESFLON D3.6 White

100 % virgin PTFE, modified and filled with Barium sulfate.
Suitable for Chemical and Petrochemical industry
Characteristics
• Protected against cold flow
• Excellent recovery
• Excellent chemical resistance in caustic applications Pressure Vacuum to 55 bar Vacuum to 800 psi
• Reduced leakage rates compared to other filled PTFE gaskets
Temp. min. -180°C -290°F
under the same gasket stress.
Temp. max. +230°C (260°C*) +445°F (500°F*)
TA Luft approval DIN 2440
Chem. Resist. *** pH 0 - 14
FDA Conformity
* Short term. *** Except molten or dissolved alkaline metals, elementary or
dissolved fluorine under high pressure, non-ageing.
The provided Pressure and Temperature data is based on optimal
installation condition and steady control of the flange connection.
AESBIAX D10
Formstable biaxially expanded ePTFE sheets or die cutted gaskets.
Characteristics
• Excellent adaption
• High blow-out resistance
• No cold flow
• Chemically inert Pressure Vacuum to 200 bar Vacuum to 2900 psi
TÜV approval according to MUC-KSP-A066 Temp. min. -210°C -345°F
TA Luft: 1.5 x 10 (-8) mbar l/(ms) @ 250°C test pressure Temp. max. ** +270°C (315°C*) +520°F (600°F*)
BAM approval for gazeous oxygen 60°C/140°F and EU&
FDA Chem. Resist. *** pH 0 - 14
40 bar / 580psi and liquid oxygen COMPLIANT
* Short term. ** After first heat cycle retighten the bolts. *** Except molten or dissolved
alkaline metals, elementary or dissolved fluorine under high pressure, non-ageing.
The provided Pressure and Temperature data is based on optimal
installation condition and steady control of the flange connection.

PTFE Gaskets 19
 AQUASTAR
New improved cut in place AQUASTAR PTFE Lantern Ring
made of 100% virginal PTFE with FDA conforming filler.
Characteristics:
• Economical storage: independent from shaft diameter, delivered in 1180mm lengths
• Does not corrode or wear shafts, no tilting effect during assembly and in use
• Replacement for machined metal lantern water rings
• Universal use through excellent chemical and thermal resistance
• Easy to remove with packing extractor
Form of delivery:
1180mm / 3,87ft per roll. Special sizes and length available on request
Dimensions:
t ºC -100 ... +250 -148 ... +482 t ºF
The height of the lantern ring depends on the stuffing box cross-section pH 0 - 14 0 - 14 pH
(see chart below).
Stuffing box X-Section Height x width Stuffing box X-Section Height x width

(mm) (inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch) (mm) (inch)

8 5/16” 7,6 x 11,4 0.30 x 0.45 14 9/16” 13,5 x 19,2 0.53 x 0.75
3/8” 9,0 x 13,2 0.35 x 0.52 15 14,2 x 19,2 0.56 x 0.75 FDA
3/8” wide* 9,0 x 19 0.35 x 0.75 16 5/8” 15,2 x 20,6 0.60 x 0.81
FDA
10 9,4 x 13,2 0.37 x 0.52 16 5/8” wide* 15,2 x 31 0.60 x 1.25 Compliant

7/16” 10,5 x 14,3 0.41 x 0.56 18 17 x 22,1 0.67 x 0.87

7/16” wide* 10,5 x 22 0.41 x 0.87 19 3/4” 18,1 x 22,1 0.71 x 0.87
12 11,1 x 15,6 0.44 x 0.61 19 3/4” wide* 18,1 x 38 0.71 x 1.5
1/2” 12,1 x 17 0.48 x 0.67 20 19 x 23,8 0.75 x 0.94
1/2” wide* 12,1 x 25,4 0.48 x 1.0 22 7/8” 20,8 x 25,2 0.81 x 1.00
13 12,6 x 17 0.50 x 0.67 25 1” 23,5 x 28,2 0.93 x 1.11

Maintenance Tools
Special auxiliary equipment tailor-made for daily use. Proven quality tools support
the quick installation of all kinds of stuffing box packing.
Packing tool for easy stuffing box packing cutting
Description:
Compact and wear resistant tool made of aluminium. Versions available:

Article W5/PS-BU - 75° Butt cut for pump packing Article W5/PS-SK - 45º skive cut for valve packing

Advantages: Technical Data:

• Packing cut without necessary length calculation • Shaft diameters: up to 110mm (4.330”)
(an adder-factor x - is already included) • Using extension (accessory: W5/PS-V) up to 250mm
• Time saving (10.000”) diameter
• Repeatable results • Scale: in inches and mm
• No waste • Packing sizes: from 3mm (0.125”) to 30mm (1.125”)
• Suitable also for AESSTAR packing • Spare parts available

20 AQUASTAR / Maintenance Tools

Maintenance Tools

Portable Packing Cutter PROCUT W5 PS/Clip HD

This Manual Packing Cutter allows cutting braided packing in a safe, quick and easy way,
providing skive and butt cuts for quality packing installations. PROCUT will cut all kind of
common packing styles, up to 20mm / 3/4”. The guide plate allows to line up for 75 and 45
degree cuts.

Packing Extractor
Construction:
These Packing Extractors have a flexible non-torsion shaft with a tightly bound
screw tap nose which is either a sharp screw head or a helical screw head.

Advantages: Sharp Screw Head W2S

Excellent for spot drilling and extracting of old and hardened packings as well as
blocked and difficult locations. Special versions in other lengths are available.

Versions:

Helical Screw Head W2W

Type Screw Head ø Flexible Shaft Length For Packing Size

W2S04 4mm 100mm (4”) >5mm (3/16”)
W2W06 5.5mm 100mm (4”) >7mm (1/4”)
W2S06 6mm 160mm (6 3/8”) >8mm (5/16”)
W2W08 8mm 160mm (6 3/8”) >10mm (3/8”)
W2S08 8mm 200mm (8”) >10mm (3/8”)
W2W10 10mm 200mm (8”) >14mm (9/16”)
W2S10 10mm 260mm (10 3/8”) >14mm (9/16”)
W2W12 12mm 260mm (10 3/8”) >16mm (5/8”)

Safe and easy remove of packing rings with the Lever Tool
available for type W2S08. W2W10, W2S10, W2W12.
To order enter code example: W2S08 SPZ for special packing
extractor and for the lever enter code example: W2S08 LEV

Maintenance Tools 21
 Pump and Valve Packing Installation Instructions
1. Remove all old packing and the installed lantern ring, if there is one.
2. Clean shaft sleeve and bore from product residue.
3. Inspect stuffing box sealing areas for wear.
4. If lubricant is used to aid packing installation it should be water-based lubricant only.
Do not use oil or grease for the lubricant!
5. Install packing ring one at a time.
6. Pump packing is usually installed with butt cut. Insert both cut ends together then work away from the cuts.
Do not “snake” the packing in.
7. Distribute the cuts symmetric using the displayed pattern.
8. If using a trapezoidal packing (TP) there’s a red arrow on the OD of the packing that should be installed pointing
in the same direction as the equipment rotates.
9. See cut locations below, based upon the number of rings being installed.
1 1
4
Ring 1 is the first 1

ring installed on 1 2 5 4
the stuffing box
bottom
2 3
**If installing 3 2
valve packing go
2
to step 16 3

3 4 5 6

3 Rings 4 Rings 5 Rings 6 Rings

Installation of Pump Packing

10. Seat each ring individually with a suitable compression tool against the stuffing box bottom. Use the compression tool
with the gland follower to apply pressure and seat at least the first 2 bottom rings.
11. If used, install lantern ring in correct position. Ensure water will flow into the lantern
ring through the stuffing box connection.
12. Once all rings are installed, tighten the gland follower until you feel a response /
tightness on the wrench indicating the packing is seated throughout the stack.
13. Maintain that compression for at least 5 minutes, check if it is still there, if not, re-tighten. Once
the compression is holding, back off, let the top rings breathe and snug the nuts finger tight.
14. Monitor leakage after start up. Allow a high
amount example a thin stream and adjust
to desired drip rate accordingly.
15. Tighten nuts only 1/6 turn (1 flat) at a time with at least 5 min time between further adjustments.
Pump packing must leak! It is recommended 5ml/min or 1 tbsp/min, per 25mm or 1” shaft diameter.
Example, a 2” shaft would need at least 2 tbsp/min.
Never tighten gland nuts too fast! Take your time. Never loosen gland nuts under pressure!

Installation of Valve Packing

16. Valve packing is usually installed with skive cut. Insert one end with cut area facing up then work away from this
end around the circumference. Install all rings following pattern Step 9. Once all rings are installed move stem
in closed position. Tighten the packing ring stack with the gland follower with maximal pressure to minimize further
compression. Do not overload gland bolts or stuffing box parts.
17. Move the stem at least 3 times from open to close position and check if the applied compression is still apparent.
In case of consolidation retighten until the compression is steady. For orientation a minimum compression must be
at least 5N/mm2 // 725lbf/in2 for liquids and double of that for gaseous products. To achieve a low emission result
on VOC applications, it can be necessary to apply a compression of up to 70N/mm2 // 10.000lbf/in2.

See detailed
22 Mechanical Packing Installation instructions www.aesseal.com
Stuffing Box Design
To avoid extrusion, the gap between shaft and housing,
or between shaft and packing gland, should not exceed 2%
of the packing size for higher pressure valve applications and
5% of packing size for lower pressure pump applications.
Standard Construction d = Pump shaft / Valve stem size D = Stuffing box bore T = Stuffing

box depth Sp = Gap width Rz = Surface roughness Shaft 1 to 5 µm Housing 6-16 µm

Dimensions 1/8” 3/16” 1/4” 5/16” 3/8” 7/16” 1/2” 9/16” 5/8” 3/4” 7/8” 1”
(mm/inch)
Density AESSEAL Packing Style 3.2 4 5 6 6.35 7 8 9.5 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 22 25
1.00 351 98 63 40.0 27.8 24.8 20.4 15.6 11.1 10.0 8.3 6.9 6.2 5.10 4.44 3.91 3.09 2.77 2.50 2.07 1.60
1.05 375 93 60 38.1 26.5 23.6 19.4 14.9 10.6 9.5 7.9 6.6 5.9 4.86 4.23 3.72 2.94 2.64 2.38 1.97 1.52
1.10 310,333,366TP 89 57 36.4 25.3 22.5 18.6 14.2 10.1 9.1 7.5 6.3 5.6 4.64 4.04 3.55 2.81 2.52 2.27 1.88 1.45
1.15 340 85 54 34.8 24.2 21.6 17.7 13.6 9.6 8.7 7.2 6.0 5.4 4.44 3.86 3.40 2.68 2.41 2.17 1.80 1.39
1.20 350.355 81 52 33.3 23.1 20.7 17.0 13.0 9.2 8.3 6.9 5.8 5.2 4.25 3.70 3.26 2.57 2.31 2.08 1.72 1.33
1.25 210,245,250TP 78 50 32.0 22.2 19.8 16.3 12.5 8.9 8.0 6.6 5.6 5.0 4.08 3.56 3.13 2.47 2.22 2.00 1.65 1.28
1.30 337 75 48 30.8 21.4 19.1 15.7 12.0 8.5 7.7 6.4 5.3 4.8 3.92 3.42 3.00 2.37 2.13 1.92 1.59 1.23
1.35 290,299,326,328,343,760,870E 72 46 29.6 20.6 18.4 15.1 11.6 8.2 7.4 6.1 5.1 4.6 3.78 3.29 2.89 2.29 2.05 1.85 1.53 1.19
1.40 285TP 70 45 28.6 19.8 17.7 14.6 11.2 7.9 7.1 5.9 4.96 4.43 3.64 3.17 2.79 2.20 1.98 1.79 1.48 1.14
1.45 260,330 67 43 27.6 19.2 17.1 14.1 10.8 7.6 6.9 5.7 4.79 4.28 3.52 3.07 2.69 2.13 1.91 1.72 1.42 1.10
1.50 270,275TP,380TP 65 42 26.7 18.5 16.5 13.6 10.4 7.4 6.7 5.5 4.63 4.13 3.40 2.96 2.60 2.06 1.85 1.67 1.38 1.07
274,266TP,728TP,785,787,
1.55 63 40 25.8 17.9 16.0 13.2 10.1 7.1 6.5 5.3 4.48 4.00 3.29 2.87 2.52 1.99 1.79 1.61 1.33 1.03
789TP,795TP
1.60 730.799 61 39 25.0 17.4 15.5 12.8 9.8 6.9 6.3 5.2 4.34 3.88 3.19 2.78 2.44 1.93 1.73 1.56 1.29 1.00
1.65 770TP,790 59 38 24.2 16.8 15.0 12.4 9.5 6.7 6.1 5.0 4.21 3.76 3.09 2.69 2.37 1.87 1.68 1.52 1.25 0.97
1.70 720 57 37 23.5 16.3 14.6 12.0 9.2 6.5 5.9 4.9 4.08 3.65 3.00 2.61 2.30 1.82 1.63 1.47 1.22 0.94
1.75 745TP 56 36 22.9 15.9 14.2 11.7 8.9 6.3 5.7 4.7 3.97 3.54 2.92 2.54 2.23 1.76 1.58 1.43 1.18 0.91
1.85 735OX 53 34 21.6 15.0 13.4 11.0 8.4 6.0 5.4 4.5 3.75 3.35 2.76 2.40 2.11 1.67 1.50 1.35 1.12 0.86
1.90 725SI 51 33 21.1 14.6 13.1 10.7 8.2 5.8 5.3 4.3 3.65 3.26 2.69 2.34 2.06 1.62 1.46 1.32 1.09 0.84

Table shows length in metre per 1 kg ( Displayed length may vary)

Optimized packing cross section is undersized: REQUIREMENTS SHAFTHARDNESS

Packing requirements on shaft sleeve surface hardness
1 to 5 % of the packing’s cross section

4
ps 270 Full Lube Fiber
s

m 3.5
ve

Pu 720 285TP
l

Hybrid
Va

3
Shaft Diameter d [inch]
Shaft Diameter d [mm]

745TP 326
Carrier Fiber
2.5 760 328
2 770TP 330
785 266TP 333
1.5
787 290 335
1 790 299 366TP
0.5 795TP 728TP 380TP 250TP
799 789TP 870E 275TP 210
(mm) HRC25 HRC35 HRC45 HRC50 HRC60
3/16 1/4 5/16 3/8 7/16 1/2 9/16 5/8 3/4 (inch)

Packing cross section in relation to Shaft Diameter and application

Copyright © 2019 AESSEAL plc Ref: Bud-RDS-01 , April 22, slide 1

Rotating Speed: HeatHeat Conductivity

Conductivity Pump
Pump Packing Packing Optimized number of rings
for pumps and for valve:
4000
95%
A P A P
M
PM

Relation of heat conductivity of different pump packing

M

3500 A P
RP

RP
0R

40 3500 550
00

RP 000
surface speed vg [m/s]

500

85%
surface speed vg [fpm]
36

3000
3

Working pressure (bar)

Working pressure (psi)

333,351,366TP
2240
M

2500 785,789TP
30 420
00

75%
1400
20

330,787,799,795TP

R PM 2000 330TP
00 880
15 1500 65% 326,790 20 280
266TP,270,728TP,745TP
PM 1000 560
8 00 R 210
55% 10 140
500
250TP,299
350
285TP,290,328,720

(mm)
45%
0
1 2 3 4 5 (inch)
35% Number of rings in Stuffingbox
Shaft diameter d

Chemical Resistance of Packing expressed in pH value 0-14

337,340,343,350,351,355,366TP,375,720,725,730,735OX,745TP,760,770TP,785,787,789TP,790,795TP,799

266TP,285TP,290,299,728TP

210,250TP,260,270,274,275TP,310,330,333,380TP

326,328,870E

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Acidic Neutral Caustic

Mechanical Packing Installation 23

Technical Parameters and Product Compatibility

Valve Packing Pump Packing Pump Packing trapezoidal Special Packing

785 /
310 / 350 / 730 / 328 / 274 / 275 720 /
Type 337 340 343 210 270 290 326 330 333 351 787 / 790 250 TP 266 TP 285 TP 366 TP 380 TP 728TP 745 TP 789TP 795 TP 260 277 760
375 355 735 OX 870E TP 725 SI
799
eGraphite/ eGraphite eGraphite/ Ramie / PTFE /
eGraphite ePTFE / Synth / Carbon / M-Aramid M-Ara- Graphite / ePTFE / ePTFE /
Carbon / Inconel / Inconel eGraphite P-Aramid / Novoloid Carbon / eGraphite / ePTFE / PTFE / PTFE P-Aramid / M-Aramid / eGraphite / Carbon / ePTFE ePTFE / PTFE / ePTFE /
Materials of Construction / Inconel PTFE/PTFE Graphite / PTFE / PTFE / ePTFE / mid / ePTFE / Graphite / Graphite / PTFE
Graphite Matrix/ Matrix HT Inconel PTFE PTFE PTFE Carbon Graphite Graphite Synth / PTFE PTFE Carbon PTFE heat Graphite P-Aramid Graphite
Matrix P-Aramid Graphite eGraphite Graphite ePTFE Graphite P-Aramid P-Aramid
PTFE Impregnat Strand PTFE conductive
Para. /
Run In Lubricant - - - - - - PPS4 Silicon PPS4 Paraffin PPS4 - - Silicon Paraffin Paraffin Paraffin Silicon Silicon - Paraffin Silicon Silicon Silicon Silicon Silicon Silicon Paraffin -
Silicon
1,10 / 1,20 / 1,60 / 1,55 / 1,35 / 1,55 / 1,70 /
Density [g/cm3] 1,30 1,15 1,35 1,25 1,50 1,35 1,35 1,45 1,10 1,00 1,65 1,23 1,55 1,40 1,10 1,50 1,55 1,75 1,55 1,55 1,45 1,35 1,35
1,05 1,20 1,85 1,60 1,35 1,50 1,90
Pressure Rotating [bar] - - - - 20 2 25 25 20 20 30 25 20 25 25 15 25 25 25 25 30 20 20 25 25 25 25 - 15 30
Pressure Static [bar] 300 300 500 500 300 500 100 150 100 150 100 100 300 150 150 100 100 150 100 300 100 100 100 150 100 250 250 500 100 500
Pressure Reciprocating [bar] - - - - - 250 100 250 60 150 100 100 65 250 250 100 100 150 100 100 100 100 100 250 250 500 500 1500 100 800
Speed Rotating [m/s] 15 / 20 - - - 20 2 20 20 15 20 25 30 30 25 / 20 20 12 20 20 20 30 25 20 20 25 25 20 20 - 10 8
Speed Reciprocating [m/s] - - - - - 1,5 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 1,5 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 1,5 3
2-12 /
pH 0-14 0-14 0-14 0-14 0-14 2-12 2-12 1-13 5-11 2-12 2-12 0-14 0-14 0-14 5-11 2-12 1-13 1-13 0-14 2-12 1-13 1-14 1-14 0-14 2-12 2-12 2-12 0-14 0-14
1-14
-50 / -50 /
T min [°C] -40 -200 -200 -200 -200 -200 -50 -100 -50 -50 -50 -50 -200 -100 -50 -50 -50 -100 -100 -200 -50 -100 -100 -100 -100 -100 -50 -200
-100 -100
+550* / +280 /
T max [°C] +300 +650* +650* +550** +280 +280 +280 +180 +300 +280 +550** +280 +280 +140 +250 +280 +280 +550** +300 +280 +280 +280 +280 +280 +280 +280 +280 +280
+650* +250
Product Compatibility
Water ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Sewage O O O O O ● ● ● ● ● ● O ● ● ● ● ● ● O ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Hot Water ● ● ● ● ● ● O O O O ● ● ● ● ● O O O ● ● O O ● ● O O O O O
Steam [<280°C] ● ● ● ● ● O O O ● O O ● ● O O O O O O O
Steam [<550°C] O/● ● ● ●**/ ● O O
Abrassive Products ● ● O O ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● O O O
-/ -/
Food, Pharmaceutical FDA ● ● ● FDA
FDA FDA
EU& EU& EU& EU&
FDA FDA FDA FDA
COMPLIANT
EU& COMPLIANT COMPLIANT COMPLIANT EU&
FDA FDA
COMPLIANT
COMPLIANT

-/ -/
Oxygen BAM ● BAM ● BAM ● BAM ● BAM ● BAM
● BAM ● BAM
Diluted Acids ● ● ● ● ● ● O O ● O ● ● ● ● O ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Concentrated Acids O/● O O O O ● O O ● ● O O O O O ● ● ● ●
Diluted Alkaline, Salt Solutions ● ● ● ● ● ● O O ● O ● ● ● ● ● O O ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Concentrated Alkaline O O O O O ● O O O O ● ● O O O ● ● ● ● ●
Heat Transfer Oil O ● O O O O O O O O O O ● ● O O O O ● O O ● ● O O O ● ●
Lubricants, Grease O ● O O O ● O O ● O O O O ● ● O O O O O ● O O ● ● O O O ● ●
Solvent, Hydrocarbons API O ● O ● API O ● O O ● O O O O ● O O O O O ● ●
Adhesive, Bitumen O ● ● O ● O O O ● O O ● O ● O O ●/● O O O
Paint (Silicon oil free) O O O O O ●/● ● O O O O O O ●/● ● O O O ●/- O

Not all max. values can be used at the same time. ● = recommended O = resistant (*) in steam (**) in steam in combination with bullrings made of Style 310, 340, 343 or 375
● BAM approval for oxygen ● API = API 622 and API 589 certification ● FDA = FDA conformity and food approval EN 1935/2004, 10/2011
EU&
FDA
COMPLIANT
4
synthetic, siliconfree ‘run-in’-lubricant

Technical Parameters and Product Compatibility 25

Optimizing the Packing Environment FLOWTRUE TM

The AESSEAL® FLOWTRUE™ is a fully patented flow control device. The product range is specifically designed to allow the
FLOWTRUE™ to be used with packed glands and single / double mechanical seals. The device reduces the amount of water
necessary to lubricate and cool the seal. This reliable seal cooling protects valuable equipment.

MODEL FT-XX MODEL FTP-XX-YYY Flow Ranges (XX):

l/min gpm
0.5 – 1.5 0.1 – 0.4
0.5 – 3.0 0.2 – 0.8
1.0 – 8.0 0.25 – 2.0
2.0 – 15 1.0 – 4.0
All FLOWTRUE™ models
Pressure Options (YYY):*
are available as screw
bar psi connection versions
0 – 10 0 – 145 (SC-shown above) as
well as the push-on
For use with packed glands For use with packed glands 0 – 25 0 – 360
connection versions
and single seals and mechanical seals * Model FTP-XX-YYY only

For pump packing it is essential that a small and controlled leakage occurs on a permanent basis. This lubricates the packing and
as a second effect removes frictional heat, which occurs between the packing and the rotating shaft. Modern heat conductive
packing can run much drier than old fashioned packing material.
Nevertheless, these new generation styles still need some leakage which may head towards the pump bearing and once
entering the bearing chamber may significantly reduce the equipment operational time. Leakage is necessary for packing, it is not
necessary to accept reduced bearing life. AESSEAL® offers world leading bearing protection technology allowing packing to be
used more successfully than in the past.

LabTecta®66 Bearing Protector

Operating Envelope
The LabTecta®66 is a non-contacting, while rotating, bearing seal
that is designed for use in oil splash, dry running and grease
applicationson pieces of horizontal equipment.

• Non-contacting seal
• Ingress protection to IP66
• Easy to refurbish To experience the exceptional, please contact your
The LabTecta 66 is ®

• Safe - Non-sparking local representative. Discover full details on our website:

independently certified to
IP66, which is the Ingress
• Low cost www.aesseal.com Protection requirement for
IEEE Std 841-2009.
• No shaft wear

This brochure is fully recyclable. When laminated, a sustainable, biodegradable and recyclable lamination is used.

For further information and safe operating limits contact our technical specialists at the locations below.
Use double mechanical
AESSEAL plc is certified to: seals with hazardous
products.

ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/IEC 20000, ISO/IEC 27001, Always take safety
precautions: WARNING
ISO/TS 29001, ISO 37001, ISO 45001 & ISO 50001 • Guard your equipment
• Wear protective clothing

UK Sales & Technical advice: USA Sales & Technical advice:

AESSEAL plc AESSEAL Inc.
Mill Close 355 Dunavant Drive
Bradmarsh Business Park Rockford,
Rotherham, TN. 37853,
S60 1BZ, UK USA
Tel: +44 (0) 1709 369966 Tel: +1 865 531 0192
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www.aesseal.com www.aesseal.com

Important: Since the conditions and methods of use of this product are beyond our control, AESSEAL plc expressly disclaims any and all liability resulting or arising from any use of this product
or reliance on any information contained in this document - AESSEAL plc standard conditions of sale apply. All sizes are subject to manufacturing tolerances. We reserve the right to modify
specifications at any time. AESSEAL® is a Registered Trademark of AES Engineering Ltd, AESSEAL plc recognizes all trademarks and trademark names as the property of their owners.
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