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C-4430 - Aramid Fiber And Fiberglass Sheet With Nitrile Binder

Written by APG | Nov 30, 2022 9:11:35 PM

APG’s C-4430 - Aramid Fiber and Fiberglass Sheet with Nitrile Binder is a universal gasket material, suitable for a wide range of applications. C-4430 is resistant to water and steam at higher temperatures as well as oils, gases, salt solutions, fuels, alcohols, moderate organic and inorganic acids, hydrocarbons, lubricants, and refrigerants. The material is manufactured with a combination of aramid fiber and fiberglass reinforced with a nitrile binder.

Benefits & Features

Benefits

  • Suitable for wide range of applications

  • Resistant to water and steam

  • Resistant to oils and fuels

Features

  • Aramid Fibers 

  • Fiberglass

Product Specifications

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

Creep relaxation ASTM F38B (1/32")
20 %
Sealability ASTM F37A (1/32") < 0.5 ml/hr
Gas Permeability DIN 3535/6 < 0.5 ml/min
Compressibility ASTM F36J 6 - 14 %
Recovery ASTM F36J 50 % minimum
KLINGER Hot Compression Test  
1 Thickness Decrease 73°F (23°C) 1 12 % initial
2 Thickness Decrease 572° F (300°C) 2 11 % additional
Weight increase ASTM F146 after immersion in  
Fuel B, 5h/73°F (23°C)
10 % maximum
Thickness Increase ASTM F146 after immersion in  
1 ASTM Oil IRM 901, 5h/300°F (149°C)  1 0 - 5 % 
2 ASTM Oil IRM 903, 5h/300°F (149°C) 2 0 - 3 %
3 ASTM Fuel A, 5h/73°F (23°C) 3 0 - 5 %
4 ASTM Fuel B, 5h/73°F (23°C) 4 0 - 5 %
Dielectric Strength ASTM D149-95a 16 kV/mm
Density ASTM F1315 96 lb/ft ³ (1.55 g/cc ³)
Leachable Chloride Content FSA Method
150 ppm
ASTM F104 Line Call Out F712132B3E11K6M5
Color Green 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

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.