Efficient Sealing: Annealed copper forms crush or sealing washers for snug seals around bolts, nuts, or components. We don’t just carry one type of copper; we carry all the important varieties and copper alloys you might need. From annealed copper to phosphorus bronze and even beryllium copper, we have a metal or alloy of copper that will work in any application. A Variety of Seals Our copper seals are some of our most unique and amazing products. Copper is a soft metal that can absorb energy and movement, resists corrosion, and carries an electrical current. Because of that, it can be used where other metals simply won’t do. Copper was one of the very first materials that was used in the gasket industry. Additionally, it has held its place at the top as one of the best. It’s strong, malleable properties make it hard to compete when you need something that can withstand extreme temperature and pressure. Stephens Gaskets | Get In Touch Today Relatively Soft Material: Copper is softer compared to materials like steel, making copper washers more susceptible to deformation and wear over time, especially in high-pressure or abrasive environments.

Pressurized fluids and gases can leak out of unsealed mating surfaces. Gaskets, however, offer a simple and effective solution. You can install them around gas- or fluid-carrying parts to seal the mating surfaces of those parts. All-synthetic and copper gaskets are both mechanical seals, and they are used for the same purpose of sealing mating surfaces. The Benefits of Copper Gaskets Once large quantities of copper-containing materials have been collected, the load is taken to a mill where it is initially sifted and sorted, then crushed and ground into a powdery substance. The substance is then ready to be smelted. At Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing, we have been a world leader in manufacturing for over 100 years. From NASA and the aerospace industry to NASCAR and the automotive industry (and everything in between), our seals and gaskets are behind the things you know and love. Smelting involves placing the copper concentrate into a furnace along with silica-based materials. The mixture melts and is collected at the bottom of the furnace. The molten matte is taken from the first furnace and then placed into a secondary furnace known as a converter. A process similar to the initial melt takes place again, further separating the copper from iron slag and other byproducts. The resulting material is called the blister. Summary. With over seven decades of experience, Stephen’s Gaskets is a renowned copper gasket manufacturer. We provide high-quality gaskets, known for their superior strength, malleability, and conductivity, ensuring optimal performance in all industrial operations.At Phoenix Specialty Manufacturing, the copper ore that once rested in the ground is just one material we use to create our variety of seals. Whether you need a compressor seal or a mechanical oil seal, we have the infrastructure and tools to create the products you need to complete your project. Copper gaskets are mechanical seals that feature a copper case. Also known as copper-enclosed gaskets, they aren’t made entirely of copper. Rather, copper gaskets feature a copper case and an elastic inner perimeter. How Copper Gaskets Work Limited Chemical Compatibility: While copper offers good resistance to corrosion, it may not be suitable for use with certain chemicals or environments that could lead to rapid deterioration or chemical reactions with the copper material. Commonly integrated into plumbing, architectural, and industrial assemblies, these washers excel in scenarios necessitating corrosion resistance, and thermal/electrical conductivity. Copper flat washers ensure even load distribution, bolstering connections, and safeguarding surfaces. They can also serve as sealing washers, regulating liquid flow. Copper Washer Benefits

Although you may not realise it, Copper Gaskets play a big role in our everyday lives. As gasket manufacturers, we know they are at the heart of everything from appliances, engines, and more. Gaskets work to prevent the escape of air, water, gas, and many other fluids in every commercial and industrial situation imaginable. Because choosing the right gasket is fundamental to the functionality of the operation it is important you get it right. Our goal is to enrich your product range by leveraging our services, accompanied by industry expertise and technical proficiency, leading to enduring cost savings.Stephens Gaskets has been leading copper gasket manufacturers since 1947. With 70 years experience in the business we have become gasket experts. One material that has been around as long as us, and with good reason, is copper. Attributes And Benefits That Copper Gaskets Have To Offer: Malleable: In high-pressure diesel systems the injector has to seat into the seal perfectly, otherwise, a pressure bypass can occur, which will reduce the compression in that cylinder and provide very reduced performance, even when a new injector has been installed. (This will often produce degraded combustion). Malleable Advantage: Copper’s ductility surpasses steel; alloy 110 copper, annealed for enhanced flexibility, is standard. To seal the mating surface between two or more parts, you may want to use a copper gasket. Like all gaskets, copper gaskets are designed to prevent fluids or gases from leaking. Certain parts can carry pressurized gases or fluids. Coolant hoses, for instance, may carry pressurized coolant, whereas oil lines may carry pressurized oil.