One Gasket. Zero Leaks. Total Inventory Consolidation.
GORE™ Universal Pipe Gaskets (Style 800) replace multiple gasket types for steel, glass-lined, and FRP flanges.
Expanded PTFE Science
Standard PTFE is prone to "cold flow." Expanded PTFE resists creep and maintains bolt load integrity over time — the core reason it outperforms conventional gasket materials in chemical flange service.
Form-in-Place Revolution
GORE™ Joint Sealant is a pliable cord that compresses to fill flange irregularities — useful for emergency repairs and large-diameter applications where a stamped gasket won't seat correctly.
Fragile Flange Protection
Glass-lined and FRP equipment seal reliably at lower bolt loads, preventing the cracking that rigid gasket materials can cause on brittle flange faces.
Flange Reliability Audit
Inventory consolidation and risk assessment services — one gasket family across steel, glass-lined, and FRP flanges instead of stocking multiple compatible-but-different gasket types.
PTFE vs. ePTFE, form-in-place gaskets, and temperature ratings up to ±600°F are the core concepts behind correct GORE gasket specification — not a generic "PTFE is PTFE" assumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between PTFE and expanded PTFE (ePTFE) gaskets?
Standard PTFE is prone to "cold flow" and loses bolt load over time. Expanded PTFE resists creep and maintains bolt load integrity, which is why it outperforms conventional gasket materials in chemical flange service.
Can one gasket type replace multiple gasket materials in a plant?
Yes. GORE Universal Pipe Gaskets (Style 800) are engineered to seal reliably across steel, glass-lined, and FRP flanges, consolidating inventory instead of stocking multiple compatible-but-different gasket types.
What is a form-in-place gasket sealant used for?
GORE Joint Sealant is a pliable cord that compresses to fill flange irregularities — useful for emergency repairs and large-diameter applications where a stamped gasket won't seat correctly.
Are GORE gaskets safe for glass-lined or FRP equipment?
Yes. Because expanded PTFE seals reliably at lower bolt loads, glass-lined and FRP flanges can be sealed without the cracking risk that rigid gasket materials cause on brittle flange faces.
What temperature range do GORE gaskets handle?
GORE gasket materials are rated up to ±600°F, covering the majority of industrial chemical process flange applications.