C-5400 - Synthetic Fiber Sheets with Neoprene Binder

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APG's C-5400 - Synthetic Fiber Sheets with Neoprene Binder gasket material is a high-performance premium sheet that is chemically stable and provides excellent sealability in many applications including refrigerants, oils, gas, and fuels. This material is manufactured with synthetic fibers reinforced with a neoprene binder.

Features & Applications

Features

  • Synthetic Fiber

  • SBR Biner Reinforcement

Applications

  • Petrochemical / Chemical

  • Mining / Steel / Aerospace

  • Transportation / Railcar

  • Paper / Pulp

Product Specifications

Typical Values Refer to 1/16'' Thick Material Unless Noted

Creep relaxation ASTM F38B (1/32")25 %
Sealability ASTM F37 A (1 /32")< 0.2 ml/hr
Gas Permeability DIN 3535/6< 0.5 ml/min
Compressibility ASTM F36J7 - 15 %
Recovery ASTM F36J50 % minimum
KLINGER Hot Compression Test 
1 Thickness Decrease 73øF (23øC)1 13 % initial
2 Thickness Decrease 392ø F (200øC)2 23 % additional
Weight increase ASTM F146 after immersion in 
Fuel B, 5h/73øF (23øC)
15 % maximum
Thickness Increase ASTM F146 after immersion in 
1 ASTM Oil IRM 901, 5h/300øF (149øC) 1 0 - 5 % 
2 ASTM Oil IRM 903, 5h/300øF (149øC)2 5 - 20 %
3 ASTM Fuel A, 5h/73øF (23øC)3 0 - 5 %
4 ASTM Fuel B, 5h/73øF (23øC)4 0 - 10 %
Dielectric Strength ASTM 0149-95a18 kV/mm
Density ASTM F1315106 lb/ft (1.7 g/cc)
Leachable Chloride Content FSA Method500 ppm
ASTM F104 Line Call OutF712232B3E22K6M5
ColorBlack or White

 

 

Pressure/Temperature Graphs

The pressure/temperature graphs shown are the most current method of determining the suitability of a gasket material in a known environment. However, chemical compatibility must also be considered.

pT diagram for thickness 1/16":

Gases & Steam

C-5400 G&S

Liquids

C-5400 liquids

In area 1 the gasket material is suitable using common installment practices subject to chemical compatibility

In area 2 appropriate measures are necessary for installation of the gasket to ensure maximum performance.

In area 3 do not install gaskets in these applications without first contacting APG for technical support service.