Corrugated Gasket

Corrugated Gasket

Core Features

  • Concentric Ribbed Geometry: Features a solid metallic core that has been precision-engineered with concentric corrugations (waves), creating a series of high-pressure “line-contact” sealing points.
  • Low Seating Stress Requirement: The corrugated peaks concentrate the bolt load onto a smaller surface area, allowing for a gas-tight seal at significantly lower torque than a flat metal gasket.
  • High Elastic Recovery: The “spring-like” nature of the corrugated profile allows the gasket to maintain constant contact pressure during thermal expansion, contraction, and mechanical vibration.
  • High-Temperature Stamina: Depending on the base metal (e.g., 316L Stainless Steel, Monel, or Inconel), these gaskets can withstand extreme industrial temperatures up to 1000°C.
  • Structural Integrity: Being a solid metal component, it is immune to “blow-outs” and “cold flow,” making it an exceptionally safe choice for high-pressure hazardous media.
  • Versatile Coating Options: Can be supplied as a bare metal ring or with a thin layer of flexible graphite or PTFE on both faces to enhance sealability on older, pitted flanges.

At Kriloha Ltd., we recognize that in heavy-duty industrial piping, a gasket must be more than just a barrier—it must be an active mechanical component. In systems that cycle through extreme temperatures, a static flat gasket will eventually lose its “bite.” The Kriloha Corrugated Gasket is engineered to provide a dynamic response to these challenges. As a top supplier of high-performance rubber seals and gaskets, Kriloha Gaskets has mastered the “Cold-Forming” process required to create a metal seal that acts like a high-tension spring.

The physics of a Corrugated Gasket is based on “Point-Contact” stress. When you tighten the flange bolts, the load is focused entirely on the peaks of the corrugations. This creates a massive localized seating stress, allowing the metal to conform to the flange face even at moderate torque levels. At Kriloha, we typically use a pitch of 3mm, 4mm, or 5mm depending on the gasket width and application. This geometry creates multiple redundant sealing rings; if the internal rib is bypassed, the subsequent ribs act as backup barriers, ensuring zero leakage.

Manufacturing a Kriloha Corrugated Gasket requires metallurgical precision to avoid “work-hardening” or cracking the metal during the corrugation process. We utilize Vacuum-Annealed Stainless Steel (304/316L) as our standard material, but we also provide exotic alloys like Hastelloy and Titanium for specialized chemical environments. For flanges with minor surface pits or scratches, Kriloha often applies a 0.5mm layer of Flexible Graphite to both faces. This hybrid construction combines the “filling” ability of graphite with the “spring-back” recovery of the corrugated metal core. By choosing Kriloha Ltd., you are investing in a “Fit-and-Forget” technology that provides the mechanical stamina and thermal endurance required for the long-term safety of your facility.

Primary Use Cases

  • Gas Turbines & Exhaust Systems: Managing the intense heat and rapid thermal cycling of power generation and marine engines.
  • Large Diameter Heat Exchangers: Ideal for sealing large flanges where bolt load is limited or where thermal expansion is significant.
  • Steam Valve Bonnets: Providing a rugged, high-recovery seal for high-pressure saturated and superheated steam lines.
  • Chemical Reactors: Reliable containment for volatile and corrosive chemicals in high-temperature synthesis loops.
  • Cryogenic Service: Maintaining a leak-proof seal in extremely low-temperature liquid nitrogen or LNG applications.
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FAQs

Why should I use a corrugated gasket instead of a flat metal one?

A corrugated gasket requires much less bolt torque to seal because it concentrates the load on the ribs. It also has much better “recovery” (spring-back) during thermal cycles.

Can these be used on standard ASME B16.5 flanges?

Yes. Corrugated gaskets are an excellent upgrade for standard flanges, particularly in steam or high-temperature gas service where traditional soft gaskets might fail.

Is a graphite coating necessary?

While the bare metal can seal on perfectly polished flanges, a graphite coating is highly recommended for industrial field use. It helps fill in flange imperfections and significantly lowers the required seating stress.

Are corrugated gaskets fire-safe?

Absolutely. Since they are constructed from solid metal (and mineral fillers if coated), they are inherently fire-safe and will not burn or lose structural integrity during a fire.

How do I select the right material for my application?

The metal should generally match the pipe metallurgy to prevent galvanic corrosion. Kriloha’s engineering team can assist you in selecting the ideal alloy and rib profile based on your specific pressure, temperature, and media.

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