Non Asbestos Spec Sheet for BAM 6000

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

BAM 6000 is a first-rate gasket material based on a combination of aramide fibres and non-hazardous biosoluble mineral wool fibres exonerated from classification according to Note Q in EU Commission Directive 97/69/EC. Carefully selected components in this material assure that it is free of N-nitrosoamines that are hazardous to human health (certified by MRPRA). Gasket material BAM 6000 exhibits an outstanding thermal and steam resistance. When it is applied at higher temperatures no emission of hazardous degradation products has been detected.

Low leakage rates in application additionally contribute to decrease of fugitive emission levels. The new material has also exellent creep-relaxation properties, and it is likewise in compliance with DIN 28091-2 and BS 7531 Grade X requirements.

BASIS
Composition	Biosoluble mineral fibres, NBR
DIN 28091-2	FA-M1-0
Colour	Turquoise

DIMENSION OF STANDARD SHEET
Sheet size	1500 mm x 1500 mm
Thickness	2.0 mm, 3.0 mm
Tolerances	Thickness: <1.0 mm = ± 0.1 mm
	>1.0 mm = ± 10%
	Length: ± 50 mm
	Width: ± 50 mm
*Other thickness available on request.

SURFACE
The standard version of BAM 6000 has a non-stick top and bottom layer. Additional surface treatment is in general unnecessary. Special treatment with graphite on one or both sides is available on request.

APPROVALS
Applied for: DVGW, BAM, HTB, KTW, SVGW, WRc, API 607

All information data quoted are based on years of experience in production and operation of sealing elements. However, in view of the wide variety of possible installation and operating conditions one cannot draw final conclusions in all application cases regarding the behavior in gasket joint. The data may not, therefore, be used to support any warranty claims. Whenever there is any doubt, our staff will be pleased to assist you in finding the optimum sealing solutions.

APPLICATION
Due to its resistance to steam and long-term steam sealability BAM 6000 is particularly recommended for all applications where thermal cycling, saturated or overheated steam are applied, e.g. heat exchanges, boilers, radiators, steam supply, power generation, etc. Special surface treatment provides simple replacement after use, while excellent torque retention properties, good chemical properties and sealability enable low maintenance costs and high gasket safety. BAM 6000 can be also used for sealing oils, fuels, gases, Freons, solvents, non-aggressive chemicals, hot water and other medis in a variety of flanged joints.

Technical Data
Typical values (thickness 2.0 mm)
Density	DIN 28090-2	1.7 - 1.9g/cm³
Compressibility	ASTM F 36/J	5 - 9%
Recovery	ASTM F 36/J	>55%
Tensile strength	DIN 52910	=9MPa
Stress resistance	DIN 52913
16h, 300°C, 50MPa		=30MPa
16h, 175°C, 50MPa		=35MPa
Thickness increase	ASTM F 146
ASTM Fuel B, 5h, 20°C		<5%
Oil IRM 903, 5h, 150°C		<5%
Specific leakage rate	DIN 3535/6	=0.05mg/(s·m)
Compression modulus:	DIN 28090-2
At room temperature		5.5. - 9.4%
At elevated temperature		6.5 - 11.0%
Percentage creep relaxation:	DIN 28090 - 2
At room temperature		>4.0%
At elevated temperature		=1.0%
Recovery R	DIN 28090 - 2	=0.019 mm
*Max. operating conditions
Temperature
Peak		440°C / 824°F
Continuous		350°C / 662°F
With steam		300°C / 572°F
Pressure		120bar / 1740psi
*Temperature and pressure represent maximum values and should not be simultaneously. They are given as guidance, since they depend not only on the type of gasket material but also on the assembly conditions. Very important factors are: thickness of material, nature of service medium and type of flange and surface stress. Steam application requires special consideration.

Acetamide	Ethyl acetate	Oleic acid
Acetic Acid 10%	Ethyl alcohol	Oleum
Acetic Acid 100%	Ethyl chloride	Oxalic acid
Acetic ester	Ethylene	Oxygen
Acetone	Ethylene glycol	Palmitic acid
Acetylene	Formic acid 10%	Pentane
Adipic Acid	Formic acid 85%	Perchloroethylene
Air	Formaldehyde	Phenol
Alum	Freon 12	Phosphoric acid
Aliminium acetate	Freon 22	Potassium acetate
Aluminium chlorate	Fuel oil	Potassium bicarbonate
Aluminium chloride	Gasoline	Potassium carbonate
Ammonia	Glycerine	Potassium chloride
Ammonium bicarbonate	Heptane	Potassium dichromate
Ammonium chloride	Hydraulic oil (Mineral)	Potassium hydroxide
Ammonium hydroxide	Hydraulic oil (Phosphate ester)	Potassium iodide
Amyl acetate	Hydraulic (Glycol based)	Potassium nitrate
Aniline	Hydrazine	Potassium permanganate
Asphalt	Hydrochloric acid 20%	Propane
Barium chloride	Hydrochloric acid 36%	Pyridine
Benzene	Hydrochloric acid 10%	Salicylic acid
Benzoic acid	Hydrochloric acid 40%	Silicone oil
Boric acid	Hydrogen	Soap
Borax	Isobutane	Sodium aluminate
Butane	Isooctane	Sodium bicarbonate
Butyl alcohol	Isopropyl alcohol	Sodium bisulphate
Butyric acid	Kerosene	Sodium carbonate
Calcium chloride	Lead acetate	Sodium chloride
Calcium hydroxide	Lead arsenate	Sodium cyanide
Carbon disulphide	Magnesium sulphate	Sodium hydroxide
Carbon dioxide	Mallic acid	Sodium sulphate
Chloroform	Methane	Sodium sulphide
Chlorine, dry	Methanol	Starch
Chlorine, wet	Methyl chloride	Steam
Chromic acid	Methylene dichloride	Stearic acid
Citric acid	Methyl ethyl ketone	Sugar
Copper acetate	Milk	Sulphuric acid 20%
Creosote	Mineral oil type ASTM no1	Sulphuric acid 96%
Cresol	Naphtha	Tar
Cyclohexanol	Nitric acid 20%	Tartaric acid
Cyclohexanone	Nitric acid 40%	Toluene
Decaline	Nitric acid 96%	Transformer oil
Dibenzyl ether	Nitrobenzene	Trichlorethylene
Dimethyl formamide	Nitrogen	Water
Dowtherm	Octane	White Spirit
Ethane		Xylene
All information data quoted are based on years of experience in production and operation of sealing elements. However, in view of the wide variety of possible installation and operating conditions one cannot draw final conclusions in all application cases regarding the behavior in a gasket joint. The data may not, therefore, be used to support any warranty claims. Whenever there is any doubt, our staff will be pleased to assist you in finding the optimum sealing solutions.