Epoxy Glass Gasket
Advanced Seals & Gaskets Ltd are not only leading manufacturers of foam and rubber gaskets, but can also manufacture and supply ones made using one of many specialised types of materials, including those used in electrical insulation applications, one of which includes Epoxy Glass. Epoxy Glass Electrical Insulation gaskets are identifiable by their green colour, its a versatile composite material which is available in various grades and can be manufactured in sheet, rod and tube form, which Advanced Seals & Gaskets Ltd can further convert into a range of other finished gaskets. Our in-house sales and production teams work closely with customers following their drawings or samples to create an exact match ensuring the production of the perfectly profiled gasket. Whether it’s a simple square or rectangular shape or a more bespoke gasket - we can offer a solution using one our many presses and CNC machines.
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Key Characteristics of Epoxy Glass Electrical Insulation
- Colour: Pale Green/Yellow
- Density: 1.85 g/cm3
- Thickness: 0.2mm - 100mm sheets (sheets and rods also available)
- Temperature Range: up to 180°C
- Flammability: UL94 V-0 (certain grades)
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What are Epoxy Glass Gaskets?
Epoxy glass is manufactured using a transparent, green coloured composite material by laminating multiple layers of fiberglass which are then impregnated with epoxy resin creating a strong rigid product in the form of a sheet, rod or tube which can be cut down, sawn or pressed into bespoke shaped gaskets. Epoxy Glass Gaskets can take the form of strips, pads, washers or intricate cut shaped pieces of material which are are used for electrical insulation applications where they help restrict the flow of electric current by supporting electrical conductors - whilst preventing the current to pass through.
Why Use Epoxy Glass Gaskets?
Gaskets made using electrical insulation materials like those made from Epoxy Glass are to provide a barrier to restrict the flow of electrical current, protecting electrical conductors from coming into contact with people or tools during installation, repairs or when an electrical appliance or device is being used. Certain material needs to be used in Electrical insulation applications as they are able to prevent electrical arcing (electrical current flows through the air between two conductors, as a result of the electrical breakdown of gas that produces an ongoing electrical discharge).
Epoxy Glass Gaskets are strong, tough and highly machinable, which can withstand temperatures up to 180°C (vary between grades). The material is available in a large range of thicknesses from 0.2mm through to 100mm and in rod or tube form, all of which can be machined into gaskets using a range of drilling, routing and CNC milling processes - very thin sheets can also be converted into gaskets using presses.
Benefits of Using Epoxy Glass Gaskets
- Temperature stability up to 180 °C
- Electrically insulating
- Available in many grades including
- chemical resistant and flame resistant
- Dimensional stability
- High mechanical strength
- Highly machinable
Types of Electrical Insulation Gasket Materials available
Advanced Seals & Gaskets work with a multitude of material manufacturers, giving our customers more choice and ensuring we can offer a gasketing solution to just about any application, our most popular electrical insulation materials include:
Kapton - is a polyamide film which offers a combination of mechanical and tear strength along with chemical, electrical and thermal properties that enables the gasket to withstand vibration and extreme temperatures in demanding environments.
Leatheroid - is a grey/blue coloured paper gasket material, also sometimes called Elephantide. This material is used within the electrical industry to insulate hot elements.
MICA - is a mineral based sheeting material which has excellent mechanical performances, is resistant to chemicals and provides electrical and therm insulation. MICA gaskets are often used to replace asbestos as they can withstand extremely high temperatures of up to 1000℃.
MYLAR is an extremely strong, flexible polyester film. MYLAR is an excellent insulation material with dielectric strength, moisture resistance and is an excellent insulation material.
Nomex can be manufactured using nomex paper or nomex board, it can withstand high temperatures, has high mechanical and dielectric strength, and is an excellent insulation material for all kinds of electrical equipment and applications.
Presspahn is a brown coloured material, manufactured using kraft wood pulp. Presspahn sheets have excellent physical and mechanical properties, generally used as electrical insulation.
SRBF is resin bonded fibre material which is tough and rigid, with an operating temperature of 120℃, low water absorption and is resistant to wear, impact chemicals.
SRBP (synthetic resin bonded paper) is manufactured using layers of paper and synthetic resins. This material is suited to high and medium voltage application. SRBP has good mechanical and excellent electrical insulation properties, with low water absorption.
Valox is an excellent electrical insulation material which also offers flame retardant properties.
PTFE is a non- conductive plastic material used to produce electrical insulation sheets. PTFE sheets are suitable for high temperature applications and have a high melting temperature. This material has excellent dielectric properties and can be often found used in circuit boards.
PVC is a tough, lightweight abrasion, chemical and moisture resistant material which has good dielectric strength making it a great material to use for electrical insulation applications.
Advantages of Using Epoxy Glass Gaskets
Epoxy Glass Electrical Insulation is one of the most popular resin materials used in the production of gaskets for electrical applications, acting as an excellent electrical insulator protecting electrical components from short circuiting, dust and moisture.
As well as electrical applications, Epoxy Glass gaskets are often used as an alternative to carbon steel, particularly in pipelines, due to its corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, low thermal conductivity, light weight and desirable mechanical properties.
Epoxy Glass is available in a number of grades, all a shade of green but each offering its own unique set of properties which can include high chemical resistance, V0 self-extinguishing and flame retardancy properties, high temperature resistance and varying levels of machinability. When used as an insulator withIn the electronics industry epoxy glass components such as gaskets are found used in integrated circuits, transistors and hybrid circuits, making printed circuit boards and as insulators within the heavy transport, mechanical engineering, mining and construction.
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