SUNMAX Ref. No. 11GCW00000 Packing is a multi-layer, well-designed and high-performance sealing packing. The central is unique rubber core ( can be round or square with holes) which is resilient elastomeric, and then spirally wrapped with PTFE tape and surrounded by successive braided jackets of inert polypropylene yarn. The braided structure is spirally wrapped with further layers of PTFE tape to provide an impermeable barrier to liquids and gases, then finally enclosed in a robust, abrasion resistant braid of PTFE yarns.

Characteristics:

• Gas-tight environmental seal
• Protects cargo from sea water ingress
• Withstands repeated opening/closing cycles
• Unaffected by steam and other tank cleaning systems
• Suitable for smooth recesses in stainless steel lids as well as those with rougher surface finishes.

Applications:

Suitable for bulk liquid cargoes in all International Maritime

Organization (IMO) classes, this product is commonly used in the sealing of tank lids, main hatches, inspection and cleaning covers on tankers and chemical barges.