Gasket Factors: flexible_graphite_sheet
ASME gasket m and y factors for pressure vessel flange bolting calculations — per ASME BPVC Section VIII Div.1 Mandatory Appendix 2 Table 2-5.1 and ASME B16.20
| gasket type | facing type | m factor (dimensionless) | material | max temperature F (F) | min design seating stress psi (psi) | notes | y factor psi (psi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| flexible_graphite_sheet | flat_face | 2 | flexible_graphite_sheet_pure | 850 | 1,600 | Pure exfoliated flexible graphite sheet (Grafoil/Sigraflex type); widely used for hot service | 1,600 |
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