Buraflon 5846 is a diagonally braided, silicone oil-free ramie fiber packing with a light-colored special PTFE impregnating agent based on paraffin wax and oil. This special combination will prevent product contamination. The packing is preferred for use in marine applications, the brewing and drinks industry and the pharmaceutical industry. It is a flexible, maintenance-friendly and easy to adjust packing that is gentle on shaft surfaces.
Pressure:
Pumps
Pressure: p = 25 bar
Sliding velocity: vg = 12 m/s
Valves
Pressure: p = 100 bar
Sliding velocity: vg = 2 m/s
Plunger Pumps
Pressure: p = 100 bar
Sliding velocity: vg = 1,5 m/s
Mixers, agitators, kneaders, filters
Pressure: p = 20 bar
Sliding velocity: vg = 2 m/s
Temperature
Chemical resistance:
pH = 5 ... 11
Resistant to water, waste water, sea water and drinking water, and to certain oils and fats. Not suitable for use in concentrated alkalis and acids.
Mechanical units
Components
5846/AK (braiding in AK-profile)