CONSTRUCTION
Style 2138 packing is braided with high quality ramie yarns in a square plait construction. The yarns are heavily impregnated throughout with paraffin and mineral oil.
APPLICATION/SERVICE
Style 2138 is a well lubricated, medium-hard packing with extremely low frictional characteristics, which assure minimal shaft wear. The ramie yarn is rot and mildew resistant, making the packing ideal for marine use, handling cold water, salt water, and oils. In the marine industry, it is commonly used in stern tubes, rudder posts, and tail shaft liners. This style is also used in the pulp and paper, waste/wastewater, steel and mining industries.
SERVICE LIMITS
Temperature limits
Maximum: 212°F (100°C)
Pressure limits:
Rotating: 217.6 psi (15 bar)
Reciprocating: 217.6 psi (15 bar)
Static: 290 psi (20 bar)
Shaft Speed: 1200 fpm (6 m/s)
pH: 6-8
