<\/span><\/h3>\nIt is possible to blend Graphite packing with other elements to enhance its features greatly.<\/p>\n
To achieve a great flexible finish with Teflon or PTFE, lubrication of yarns is introduced.<\/p>\n
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PTFE packing<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n<\/span>Friction Levels<\/span><\/h3>\nPTFE coefficient friction is low.<\/p>\n
Graphite packing comes with a friction coefficient that is very low. \u00a0<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/span>Chemical Resistance<\/span><\/h3>\nPTFE is able to resist different substances kinds as acids, other gases, harsh chemicals, etc. It is also perfect for uses where wide pH ranges within the system are expected.<\/p>\n
Graphite packing resists almost every inorganic media like most bases and acids.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Temperature Limits<\/span><\/h3>\nGraphite packing has the finest heat-conducting abilities. However, it should not be used where strong oxidization, particularly at high temperatures, is present.<\/p>\n
PTFE packing is a poor heat conductor. It takes in heat. Can withstand temperatures to a specific degree like 240o<\/sup>C.<\/p>\n<\/span>Cost<\/span><\/h3>\nGraphite packing is more affordable than PTFE packing.<\/p>\n
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Teflon<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n<\/span>Health and Safety<\/span><\/h3>\nPTFE packing is very clean, graphite free, and comes with no contamination.<\/p>\n
Graphite packing is healthy and safe based on the applications they are used for.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Maintenance<\/span><\/h3>\nGraphite packing doesn\u2019t require much maintenance cost because it self-lubricates.<\/p>\n
PTFE packing can last very long. This feature reduces its maintenance downtime, cost, and the cost of regular maintenance needed.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Flushing<\/span><\/h3>\nGraphite doesn\u2019t need to be flushed in most of its applications.<\/p>\n
PTFE packing doesn\u2019t need flushing as well.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Installation & Removal<\/span><\/h3>\nPTFE is very easy to install and remove when it is required.<\/p>\n
Graphite packing comes with similar simplicity in installation and removal.<\/p>\n
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Graphite structure<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n<\/span>Application of PTFE Packing vs Graphite Packing<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/span>Chemical Industries<\/span><\/h3>\nGraphite packing – is used more in equipment that handles acids. It is used also in valves, shafts, agitators, chemical moving equipment, and others.<\/p>\n
PTFE packing can be found to be used more in shafts, valves, impellers, rolling mills, etc.<\/p>\n
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