SPIRAL WOUND GASKETS - MAXIFLEX
Maxiflex Spiral Wound Gaskets for High
Temperature & High Pressure Sealing
Spiral wound gaskets are high-performance semi-metallic
gaskets designed for demanding sealing applications involving high
temperatures, high pressures and aggressive media.
Maxiflex spiral wound gaskets combine the sealing
performance of graphite, PTFE or mica filler with the strength of a
specially profiled metallic winding strip. This creates a robust, reliable
gasket that is easy to install and suitable for standard flanges, custom
vessels and critical industrial applications.
What Are Spiral Wound Gaskets?
Spiral wound gaskets are manufactured by winding
alternating layers of metal strip and soft filler material. This construction
provides both strength and flexibility, helping the gasket maintain a
leak-tight seal under pressure, temperature changes and flange movement.
They are commonly used where conventional gasket
materials may not provide enough durability or sealing reliability.
Key Features of Maxiflex Spiral Wound Gaskets
- Creates
a reliable, leak-tight seal
- Suitable
for high temperature and high pressure applications
- Available
with graphite, PTFE or mica filler
- Manufactured
using a range of metals for chemical and temperature resistance
- Suitable
for standard pipe flanges and custom-designed vessels
- Robust
semi-metallic construction
- Easy
to install and suitable for demanding industrial environments
Spiral Wound Gasket Materials
Maxiflex spiral wound gaskets can be manufactured using a
wide range of metallic windings and filler combinations to suit the
application.
- Graphite Filled Spiral Wound Gaskets
- Graphite filler provides excellent temperature resistance
and is suitable for steam, hydrocarbons and many industrial fluids.
- PTFE Filled Spiral Wound Gaskets
- PTFE filler offers strong chemical resistance, making it
suitable for aggressive chemical applications.
- Mica Filled Spiral Wound Gaskets
- Mica filler is often used for very high temperature
applications where thermal stability is critical.
Applications for Spiral Wound Gaskets
Spiral wound gaskets are widely used across industries
where reliable sealing is essential, including:
Industrial Pipework & Flanges
Used in standard flange assemblies where pressure,
temperature and media compatibility are important.
Chemical Processing
Suitable for sealing aggressive chemicals when specified
with compatible metals and filler materials.
Oil, Gas & Petrochemical
Ideal for high-pressure pipework, refinery systems and
process equipment.
Power Generation
Used in steam systems, turbines, boilers and
high-temperature plant equipment.
Custom Pressure Vessels
Maxiflex spiral wound gaskets can be manufactured for
custom-designed vessels and non-standard sealing requirements.
Why Choose Maxiflex Spiral Wound Gaskets?
Maxiflex spiral wound gaskets offer the ideal combination
of metal strength and soft filler sealing performance. Their semi-metallic
construction helps them resist pressure, heat and chemical attack while
maintaining reliable sealing performance over time.
They are a proven choice for applications where safety,
reliability and leak prevention are essential.
Custom Spiral Wound Gasket Manufacturing
Ashton Seals can supply spiral wound gaskets for standard
flange sizes and custom applications. Our team can help identify the correct
gasket material, metal winding and filler type based on your operating
conditions.
To view the Specifications please click here.
To discuss applications for spiral wound gaskets further, please contact our sales team on 01226 273700.