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• A = Suitable - little or no adverse effect
• B = Possible minor to moderate adverse effect
• C = Not suitable - moderate to severe adverse effect
• - = No data or insufficient evidence

• Footnotes:
• 1. Consult the factory regarding your specific applications. See “Monomers”in Gasketing catalog Terms section.
• 2. IFG® Style 5507 is rated “B”.
• 3. There have been conflicting field reports concerning the suitability of NBR and neoprene bound gaskets in 123. End users should take note.
• 4. IFG® Style 5507 is rated “A”.
• 5. Some chromium plating baths contain fluorides that can attack silica and silicate type fillers in some GYLON® styles. If the bath is known to contain little or no fluoride, all GYLON® styles should be suitable for use.
• 6. These GYLON® styles can be expected to be suitable to 60% concentration at temperatures up to 250°F (121°C).
• 7. Use GYLON® styles 3502, 3503, 3505, 3562, 3563. These styles are specially processed, cleaned and packaged for oxygen service.
• 8. This GYLON® contains a stainless steel insert. There is a possibility that
• 9. These styles are not preferred choices for steam service, but are successful when adequately compressed.
• 10. If a gasketing material that conforms to FDA requirements is desired, contact factory for specific recommendations.
• 11. These GYLON® gasket styles can be expected to be suitable to 75% concentration at temperatures up to 400°F (204°C).
• 12. Minimum recommended assembly stress = 4,800psi. Preferred assembly stress = 6,000-10,000psi. Gasket thickness of 1/16” strongly preferred.For saturated steam above 150psig, consult Garlock Engineering.
• 13. Some detergent solutions are strongly alkaline and/or may contain bleach. Please contact Applications Engineering.
• 14. Gylon 3545 is suitable for up to 200°F wet or dry fluorine gas. Above this please consult Applications Engineering.
• 15. If lead chromate is also present please consult Applications Engineering.