Planix™ PX04 FLEXOID™

Composition

Planix™ PX04 FLEXOID™ stands out for its unique composition, based on cellulose impregnated with plasticized gelatin. This combination gives the product properties that make it ideal as a gasket for both initial assembly and aftermarket use. Its robust structure makes it a preferred choice in the automotive industry for applications such as carburetor gaskets, fuel pump, oil pump, covers, thermostat, water pump, transmission, and gearbox.

Characteristics

Planix™ PX04 FLEXOID™ is known for its resistance to oils, fuels, gasoline, gas, water, antifreeze, greases, solvents, and kerosene. Its versatility and adaptability make it a cost-effective and durable choice for a wide range of automotive applications.

Applications

This product is widely used in the automotive industry for gaskets in various parts of the vehicle, including the carburetor, fuel pump, oil pump, covers, thermostat, water pump, transmission, and gearbox. Its resistance to various agents makes it ideal for both initial assembly and the aftermarket.

Planix™ PX04 FLEXOID™
Properties Unit Value
Colour -- Beige
Moinsture content - 15 min @ 100°C % 8 - 14
Thickness - ASTM F104 mm +/-10%
Compression - ASTM F36 % 25-40
Recovery - ASTM F36 % 40 min
Tensile Strenght - ASTM F152 MN/m2 13.79
IRM 903 Oil weight increase - ASTM F146 % 15 max
IRM 903 Oil thickness increase - ASTM F146 % 5 max
Fuel B weight increase - ASTM F146 % 15 max
Fuel B thickness increase - ASTM F146 % 5 max
Water weight increase - ASTM F146 % 90 max
Water thickness increase - ASTM F146 % 30 max
Dimensions
Roll length Nominal +/- 1%
Roll width for thickness 0.15-0.80 mm 1000-1050 mm
Roll width for thickness 1.00-6.40 mm 1000 +/-5mm
All properties base upon 0.80 mm material refer to ASME F104 section7