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OAKUM GASKET [1 record]

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Record 1 1986-03-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Couplings (Mechanical Components)
  • Pipes and Fittings
  • Taps and Plumbing Accessories
CONT

An oakum gasket ... is calked tightly into the bell and around the spigot with a calking tool and hammer ....

OBS

Oakum used in bell-and-spigot joints in cast-iron pipes ... consists of loose hemp or material frayed from ropes. It is usually soaked in a tar preparation or creosote in order to preserve it and to render it less absorbent of moisture.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Accouplements (Composants mécaniques)
  • Tuyauterie et raccords
  • Robinetterie et accessoires
CONT

Un joint à la filasse correctement exécuté offre une résistance égale à celle d'un joint soudé. Pour le réaliser on utilise de la filasse; c'est une corde de chanvre dont les brins sont séparés et se présentent sous la forme d'une masse fibreuse. L'étanchéité est assurée par une pâte spéciale qui l'imprègne.

Spanish

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