gland packing

gland packing

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20 April 2019 at 11:36 #405783
Ian McVickers
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Hi all,

what is the recommendation for gland packing, ptfe or graphite cord?
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20 April 2019 at 11:36 #29910
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20 April 2019 at 12:45 #405786
Brian Sweeting 2
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Depending on the service I would suggest graphite tape.

Source here **LINK**

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20 April 2019 at 13:12 #405788
JasonB
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For model work I prefer the braided and lubricated yarn, you can unravel it to pack small glands and the 3mm dia size can be used as is for piston packing. Some of the drier graphite seals don't seem to work as well in models particularly if run on air. Something like this from the same source above but most of the ME suppliers will sell short lengths which should last you ages

Post from a while ago about the drier stuff not being as good

Edited By JasonB on 20/04/2019 13:24:26
20 April 2019 at 19:36 #405819
Ian McVickers
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Thanks guys. Jason good idea on being able to unravel the strands. I will get some on order.
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