Japanese

Outline

Low-cost adhesive gaskets for low surface pressure sites using both a surface pressure seal and an adhesive seal

Fig1. Example of a gasket for an aluminum case



Fig2. Pressure required to seal 50kPa of air

Benefits

  • Reduces the number of bolts used and the need for substantial bolt strength
  • Low cost (can reuse punched scrap)

Applications

Gaskets for low surface pressure sites where bolt pitch and bolt strength cannot be secured

Effect

  • Increased bolt pitch
  • Low-cost (compared to molded rubber)