Gaskets

There are a variety of related terms and definitions for gaskets such as seals, orings, hydraulic seals, metric seals, o rings, and more. Find what you're looking for using the resources on this page. One of the desirable properties of an effective gasket in industrial applications for compressed fiber gasket material is the ability to with stand high compressive loads and super high pressures. The head gasket is one of the most important parts in an engine because it has to seal all of the combustion chamber as well as the coolant and oil passages between the head and block. A gasket is a mechanical seal that fills the space between two objects, generally to prevent leakage between the two objects while under compression. Gaskets save money by allowing less precise mating surfaces on machine parts which can use a gasket to seal. Gasket manufactures produce a variety of gaskets for many applications and replacement parts.