Connector Gaskets
Durable Connector Gaskets for Reliable Sealing & EMI Protection
Speak With An EngineerWhat Are Connector Gaskets?
Connector gaskets are a crucial sealing component used in various assemblies to establish a secure seal between two parts, typically at connector interfaces. These gaskets are pivotal in ensuring a dependable, leak-proof connection by filling in the gaps or irregularities between mating surfaces. Their importance is particularly evident in harsh environment connectors, ensuring the proper functioning and safety of diverse systems.
These types of sealed connector gaskets serve as a barrier against hazardous substances and leaks, mitigating safety risks, and are essential for harsh environment connectors, where extreme conditions demand reliable performance. Connector gaskets are indispensable in a wide range of applications, ensuring long-lasting and secure connections in even the most challenging environments by supporting system integrity, enhancing durability, and improving overall performance.
Types of Connector Gaskets
Flat Gaskets
Ideal for static sealing between flat surfaces
Spiral Wound Gaskets
Designed for high-pressure, high-temperature environments
Flange Gaskets
Ensures a tight, leak-proof seal between flanges
Cork Gaskets
Offers excellent compressibility and flexibility for sealing uneven surfaces
Rubber Gaskets
Provides strong, flexible sealing with good resistance to water and mild chemicals
Composite Gaskets
Combines materials for enhanced sealing performance and chemical resistance
PTFE Gaskets
Chemically resistant and suitable for harsh applications
Industries & Applications
Connector gaskets are crucial in preventing fluid leaks that could damage critical components, compromise safety, or lead to system failures. Connector gaskets provide reliable sealing performance in environments where exposure to extreme temperatures, high pressure, aggressive chemicals, or fluctuating environmental conditions occurs.
- Aerospace & Defense – Seals for fuel and hydraulic systems, withstanding vibration and temperature extremes.
- Medical Devices – Protects sensitive equipment from contamination and moisture ingress.
- Industrial Equipment – Ensures long-term sealing in pumps, enclosures, and control systems.
Why Choose our Connector Gaskets?
PGC application engineers are skilled at partnering with our customers to provide custom gasket sizes, shapes, and materials to meet specific application requirements. This ensures that our customers can find a solution that fits their unique design needs, whether for high-pressure systems, chemical resistance, or high-temperature environments. PGC's gaskets are made to provide superior sealing properties while meeting or exceeding industry standards, including those set by ASTM, ISO, and other relevant regulatory requirements. These practices help ensure that the connector gaskets will perform reliably in various environments, from industrial to medical applications, where compliance with safety and performance standards is critical.
FAQ's
What are connector gaskets commonly made of?
Connector gaskets are commonly made from materials such as rubber, silicone, PTFE (Teflon), foam, metal, and graphite, each chosen for its unique properties to suit specific applications.
Are the connector gaskets pressure, temperature, and chemically resistant?
Yes, connector gaskets are designed to be pressure, temperature, and chemically resistant, making them suitable for various challenging applications.
Can the gasket be customized to fit a non-standard connector or specific application?
Yes, connector gaskets can be customized to meet the unique requirements of a particular system, whether it involves unusual connector shapes or sizes or specialized environmental conditions.
How do connector gaskets support EMI shielding?
Connector gaskets support EMI/RFI shielding by forming a conductive seal that blocks electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) and maintains signal integrity. They're essential in protecting sensitive electronics in critical applications.