PROTEK SCOUT
Neoprene-faced phenolic is an engineered composite developed for demanding sealing and insulating duties, particularly in oil and gas distribution systems. It combines a rigid phenolic core with a chemically bonded Neoprene layer, providing both structural support and a compliant sealing surface.
SCOUT SEALING
Neoprene Faced Phenolic Gasket Kit has been used as standard ''flat'' isolating gaskets in the oil and gas industries for many years. Soft neoprene rubber sheets are factory applied to both sides of a laminated phenolic retainer providing an effective sealing surface
SCOUT APPLICATION
During bolt-up, the confined elastomer deforms to effectively fill the groove and sealing interface, generating a uniform, controlled contact pressure at the flange faces without requiring excessively high bolt loads. Lower required bolt stresses enable the use of reduced flange thicknesses and smaller bolting
STYLES TO FIT STANDARD FLANGES (CUSTOM STYLES AVAILABLE)
STYLES
Type E is a full-face isolation gasket, matching the flange outside diameter and incorporating accurately machined bolt holes. This configuration promotes positive gasket alignment during installation and helps prevent conductive debris from bridging across the flange faces. Type E gaskets are supplied in plain phenolic or Nitrile-coated phenolic, as well as various high-temperature formulations, with a typical nominal thickness of 1/8 in.
Type F isolation gaskets are sized to seal only on the raised-face area of the flange. Because bolt holes are omitted, the gasket outside diameter is slightly smaller than the bolt-circle inside diameter, which automatically centers the gasket during assembly. Type F designs are available in the same material options as Type E and are also commonly furnished in a 1/8 in nominal thickness
Type D isolation gaskets are engineered to locate directly within the ring groove of ring-type-joint flanges. They are produced from a medium-weave, fabric-reinforced phenolic laminate and dimensioned to ANSI standards, with options for both oval and octagonal configurations. High-pressure BX-style versions are also offered with working pressures up to 15,000 psi.
WASHER AND SLEEVES
SLEEVE MATERIALS:
- G10 GLASS EPOXIES
- MYLAR
- MINLON (MINERAL FILLED NYLON)
- NOMEX
- MICA
WASHER MATERIALS:
- MICARTA
- GLASS EPOXIES (G3, G7, G10, G11)
- HARDENED COATED STEEL
- MICA
- ANY COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE MATERIAL
KIT PACKAGING
Protek Flange Isolation Gasket Kits are supplied as an individual unit, packaged in a rigid corrugated carton to maintain component integrity through handling and transport. Within the carton, isolating sleeves and isolating/metallic washers are segregated and supported by protecting materials to minimize damage.