VK1L / VK1D

Vulcan Type VK1L has been designed to replace and outlast traditional packing, particularly in abrasive media and high-pressure rotary applications.

VK1L is a square-braided packing made from KEVLAR® Aramid fibres thoroughly impregnated with pure Graphite powder and inert lubricant. The performance of the packing is further enhanced with corrosion inhibitors and Molybdenum Disulfide lubricant. Vulcan Style VK1D in inter-braided from KEVLAR® Aramid fibres further reinforced with Inconel wire and impregnated with pure graphite and a corrosion inhibitor.

Type VK1L/VK1D standard spool length is 8 metres. Custom lengths can be available - please contact us using the form.

Features
  • Thoroughly Impregnated with pure Graphite powder
  • VK1L is suitable for use in rotary, reciprocating and static applications
  • VK1D is suitable for use in plunger pumps, turbines and static seals
Operating Limits
  • Pressure Rating: VK1L 130 Bar
  • Pressure Rating: VK1D 400 Bar
  • Rotary Speed: VK1L 12m/s
  • Rotary Speed: VK1D 1 m/s
  • Temperature: -100˚C to +300˚C
  • pH Range: 1 - 13

Limits are for guidance only. Product performance is dependent on materials and other operating conditions.

Compatible with media in the range pH 0-14, excluding strong oxidizing agents.

Negligible volatile content.

Low in extractable trace impurities such as chloride and sulphur.

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VK1L is a general purpose, wide-ranging, durable arduous duty packing. For use in rotary, reciprocating and static applications particularly against abrasive fluids, weak chemicals and water. Vulcan VK1D is a high strength valve packing also suitable for plunger pumps, turbines and static seals. Particularly for use in oils, air, water, hot steam and asphalt.