Lens gaskets are primarily used in high-pressure piping flanges in the oil, gas, chemical, and petrochemical industries. They are designed for specific applications where absolute tightness and precise alignment are critical.
Common Applications of Lens Gaskets:
1. High-pressure systems:
Lens gaskets are ideal for systems with extremely high pressures (often above 1000 bar), where standard flat gaskets are no longer sufficient.
2. Metal-to-metal sealing
Lens gaskets are made entirely of metal (usually stainless steel or exotic alloys) and provide a metal-to-metal seal - without soft filler materials. This makes them highly resistant to high temperatures, aggressive media and mechanical stresses.
3. Flange connections with lens-shaped groove
These gaskets are used only in specially designed flanges with matching lens grooves (lens ring joints), often found in:
- High-pressure hydrogen and gas lines
- Reactors and pressure vessels
- Steam systems
- Cryogenic applicationsHigh reliabilityThe small contact area creates extremely high surface pressure when the bolts are tightened, resulting in a very tight and reliable seal.
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