Gasket Factors: self_energizing
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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| self_energizing | any | 0 | metallic_elastomer_o_ring | 1,000 | 0 | Self-energizing — no bolt load required to seat; excludes face-to-face stress | 0 |
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