DESCRIPTION
Shim is a graphite laminate which is reinforced with a 316 stainless steel foil. The thickness of this foil is 0.1mm. The graphite and foil insert are adhesively joined together, the adhesive is chloride-free. It’s colour is a silver/grey finish.SERVICE
Used for a wide range of applications including: steam sealing, for use with most chemicals and extremely easy to cut. Often used with thin flanges due to it’s easiness to cut.Max recommended temperature : OPERATING 400°C Max recommended pressure : 80 BAR .
These temperature and pressure guides cannot necessarily be used simultaneously and may not apply to all thicknesses.
APPROVALS/COMPLIANCE
BAM – Oxygen approvedGRAPHITE STAINLESS SHIM
| Thickness | 1.5mm | |
| Density | 1.0 g/cc | |
| Insert Thickness | 0.1mm | |
| Compression | ASTM F36J | 42% to 50% |
| Recovery | ASTM F36J | 15% |
| Residual Stress | BS7531 40N/mm² @ 300°C | 35 MPa |
| Gas Leakage | ASTM F152 | <1.0 ml/min |
| Ash Content | 1.0% max | |
| Chloride Content | 45 ppm max |