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Are used as static seals against hot or corrosive fluids.The low elasticity of PTFE O Rings can ,to some degree be compensated by slotting .The slot should face the high pressure side.

PTFE BACKUP RINGS

Are fitted behind elastic rubber O rings facing the low pressure side or on both the sides if the direction of pressure alternates.

PTFE SPIRAL BACKING RINGS
Are used instead of PTFE backup rings wherever PTFE rings tend to shrink due to extensive temperature fluctuations.
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