Garlock Introduces New Valve Stem Packing Materials

Garlock, Palmyra, N.Y., USA, has announced the availability of Style 5882 valve stem packing material through its global network of distributors. Recently released only in North America, Style 5882 is now available worldwide. It provides low-friction performance for air-operated valves built to handle water, air, and steam.

 

Style 5882 products are manufactured using a high-quality braided carbon fiber core sheathed in a durable PTFE layer, which delivers essential low-friction performance without sacrificing enhanced service life and durability. Three Garlock Style 5882 valve stem packing line options are available:

•  Garlock Style 5882 Spool—spool-based material offers low-friction performance for applications up to 500°F or 260°C 
• Garlock Style 5882 Die-Formed—a die-formed material featuring bevel cut rings for precise and easy installation during planned outages 
• Garlock Style 5882 LSP Set—engineered with die-formed graphite middle rings and lower PTFE content for higher heat dissipation (this material is a combination of GRAPH-LOCK® and Garlock Style 5882 rings). 

Garlock Style 5882 valve stem packing materials are available with carbon bushings, and can be custom designed for unique dimensional requirements.

 

"In terms of friction reduction and flexibility, these products have the performance that meets the increasingly high expectations we’re seeing internationally," said Mike Kupin, compression packing materials product manager at Garlock. He noted that Style 5882 valve stem packing provides up to 20% lower friction than leading competing products, and that it can be formed to almost any dimensions.

 

More information on Style 5882 valve stem packing materials and other sealing solutions available from the Garlock family of companies is available online.