[Waveguide Gasket and O-Ring] How to choose a suitable waveguide gasket and O-ring to connect two waveguide flanges?

How to choose a suitable waveguide gasket and O-ring to connect two waveguide flanges? This is one of the most frequently asked questions by customers. The following information will help you. Function: 1: What is the role of gaskets in your application…

2: Pressure sealing; or pressure and RF sealing? a: If pressure sealing only, use non-conductive gaskets. These are typically silicone or neoprene materials, o-rings or rectangles designed to fit into flange grooves.

b: If pressure and RF sealing are required, use conductive gaskets. These look similar to non-conductive washers, but are filled with a conductive material, usually copper or silver. One exception is die cut gaskets, which are similar to flange faces.

  Before choosing, you need to know: 1: Waveguide size 2: The type of flange to be used 3: Function: Pressure only [non-conductive] or pressure and RF sealing [conductive] Flange Type What is the waveguide size and flange type to be attached?

a: If you are unsure, visit our website for flange types and drawings. http://www.dolphmicrowave.com/upload/Flange-Types-Designations-Information.pdf Suitable W/G Gasket, O-ring and W/G Flat Gasket Visit our website to access DOLPH Waveguide Gasket and O-Ring , http://www.dolphmicrowave.com/product/waveguide-gasket/… This guide will show the suitable DOLPH W/G Gasket, O-Ring and W/G Flat Gasket model for acceptable flange combinations and gaskets. E.g: The WR284 W/G gasket and O-ring size.