Graphited gland packing 6mm is braided packing with graphite for sealing valve stems and pump shafts.
Cut rings to length, stagger the joints and tighten the gland gradually.
What is a graphited gland packing 6mm?
Ceramic fibre rope and tape seal doors and joints that run too hot for rubber, such as boiler doors, oven doors, furnace hatches and flue joints. Round rope suits curved grooves; square rope suits flat grooves.
Gland packing is braided rope cut into rings to seal valve stems and pump shafts. Therefore, choose rope by temperature and packing by shaft size and fluid.
Further reading
- Gaskets (Wikipedia)
- Glands (Wikipedia)
- Refractories (Wikipedia)
Key terms explained
- Ceramic fibre rope
- Rope made from heat resistant ceramic fibre.
- Gland packing
- Braided rings that seal a moving shaft or stem.
- Non-asbestos
- Made without asbestos fibre.
- Stuffing box
- The housing that holds gland packing.
Features and benefits
- Round rope 6 to 25 mm.
- Square rope 6 mm to 2 inch.
- Ceramic tape 50 x 3 mm.
- Graphited packing 2 to 8 mm.
- Non-asbestos options.
Technical specifications
| Product | Gland packing |
|---|---|
| Size | 6 mm square |
| Type | Graphited braid |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
| Supplier | Sparks Plumbing Experts Ltd, Nairobi |
Sizes, grades and ratings depend on stock and model. Tell us what you need, and we will confirm before you order.
Applications of a graphited gland packing 6mm
- Boiler doors. Ceramic rope.
- Bakery ovens. Door seals.
- Furnaces and kilns. Hatch seals.
- Wood stoves. Door rope.
- Flue joints. Ceramic tape.
- Burner mountings. Heat seals.
- Valve stems. Gland packing.
- Pump shafts. Gland packing.
- Incinerators. Door seals.
- Dryers. Panel seals.
How to choose and install
- Measure the groove width and depth.
- Choose round or square to match the groove.
- Use heat resistant adhesive where needed.
- Stagger gland packing ring joints.
Why choose Sparks Plumbing Experts
- Valves, flanges and gaskets togetherComplete a pipeline joint with matching valves, flanges, gaskets and bolts.
- Pressure-rated optionsMany items come in PN16, class 150 or class 300 ratings, so you can match the line.
- Stainless and carbon steelChoose stainless for corrosion resistance or carbon steel where it suits the service.
- Plant maintenance sparesKeep critical spares on hand for planned shutdowns and breakdowns.
- Visit or collect in NairobiOur store is at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, in the Industrial Area, so you can see parts before you buy or collect your order.
- Quotes your wayAsk for prices by phone, WhatsApp, email or the online quote form, whichever suits you on site.
- Over 1,600 products in one placeOur catalogue covers 55 categories, so one supplier can handle most of your parts list.
- Help choosing the right partSend a nameplate photo, a drawing or the old part, and we help you match size and specification.
- Single items or project quantitiesWe price a single replacement part just as readily as a full site order.
- Supply across East AfricaWe serve customers across Kenya, and we also supply buyers in Uganda and Tanzania.
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Ordering from Sparks Plumbing Experts
We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. You can collect from our store at KCB Building, Enterprise Road, Nairobi, or ask us about delivery to your site. Send your quantities and specifications, and we will reply with prices and availability.
Request a Quote WhatsApp 0726 086 895
Frequently asked questions
What details do you need to quote sealing ropes?
Tell us the rope type, size and length. A photo of the old part, a nameplate or a drawing also helps. Then call or WhatsApp 0726 086 895, or use the quote form on this page.
Do you deliver sealing ropes outside Nairobi?
Yes. We supply customers across Kenya, and we also serve buyers in Uganda and Tanzania. Delivery or courier arrangements are agreed when you confirm the order.
How much does a sealing rope cost in Kenya?
The price depends on the item, size or model and the quantity. Therefore, send your list with a quote request and we will reply with current figures.
Which rope size do I need?
Measure the groove width.
Is the ceramic rope asbestos free?
Yes, the ceramic ropes listed are non-asbestos.
Do I need glue?
Some grooves need heat resistant adhesive.
How tight should gland packing be?
Tight enough to stop most leakage; a small drip cools pump packing.
How often is door rope replaced?
When it is hard, flat or leaking.
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Cut rings, stagger joints, tighten gradually.
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Prices change with size, model and quantity. Request a quote from Sparks Plumbing Experts for current figures.
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