ASTM F2325-03
(Classification)Standard Classification for Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) and Other Metal Layer Gaskets for Transportation Applications
Standard Classification for Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) and Other Metal Layer Gaskets for Transportation Applications
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1.1 This classification covers a means for specifying Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) and other Metal Layer Gaskets for Transportation Applications by application and construction. These structures are composed of one or more steel or metal layers of material, which may have coatings or embossments. Commercial materials designated as composite or enveloped gaskets are excluded from this classification and are covered by Classification F 868 and Practice F 336, respectively.
1.2 Since all of the properties that contribute to gasket performance are not included, use of this classification as a basis for selecting an MLS or Metal Layer gasket is limited.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory requirements prior to use.
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Designation: F2325 – 03
Standard Classification for
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) and Other Metal Layer Gaskets for
Transportation Applications
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2325; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope F336 Practice for Design and Construction of Nonmetallic
Enveloped Gaskets for Corrosive Service
1.1 This classification covers a means for specifying Multi-
F868 Classification for Laminated Composite Gasket Ma-
Layer Steel (MLS) and other Metal Layer Gaskets for Trans-
terials
portation Applications by application and construction. These
2.2 SAE Standard:
structures are composed of one or more steel or metal layers of
AE-13 Gasket and Joint Design Manual for Engine and
material, which may have coatings or embossments. Commer-
Transmission Systems
cialmaterialsdesignatedascompositeorenvelopedgasketsare
excluded from this classification and are covered by Classifi-
3. Terminology
cation F868 and Practice F336, respectively.
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
1.2 Since all of the properties that contribute to gasket
3.1.1 active layer(s)—an embossed layer(s) used to provide
performance are not included, use of this classification as a
the primary sealing function.
basis for selecting an MLS or Metal Layer gasket is limited.
3.1.2 embossment (emboss)—a raised area of a steel or
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
metal layer in relief from the rest of the layer with a defined
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
geometry typically used at the sealing interface. Embossments
only.
may also be used to shift load to areas, which require better
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
sealing performance.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
3.1.3 exterior coating—a supplemental coating applied to
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
the exterior of the gasket for anti-fret, anti-blocking, or sealing
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
enhancement.
bility of regulatory requirements prior to use.
3.1.4 inactive layer(s)—the flat or non-embossed layer(s)
2. Referenced Documents used for spacing or other purposes within the gasket.
3.1.5 load stop (stopper)—a device used to control com-
2.1 ASTM Standards:
pression between layers in an MLS or Metal Layer gasket.
A109/A109M Specification for Steel, Strip, Carbon (0.25
Maximum Percent), Cold-Rolled
4. Significance and Use
A666 Specification for Annealed or Cold-Worked Austen-
4.1 This classification is intended to encourage uniformity
itic Stainless Steel Sheet, Strip, Plate, and Flat Bar
in reporting properties of MLS and Metal Layer gaskets, to
D1418 Practice for Rubber and Rubber Latices—
provide a common language for communications between
Nomenclature
producers and users, and to guide engineers and designers in
D2000 Classification System for Rubber Products in Auto-
the application and construction of commercially available
motive Applications
gaskets.
5. Basis of Classification
This classification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F03 on
5.1 This classification is based on the principle that MLS
Gaskets and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F03.10 on Composite
and Metal Layer gaskets should be described, in terms of the
Gaskets.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2003. Published October 2003. DOI: 10.1520/
F2325-03.
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Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on Load shifting reference from SAEAE-13 “Gasket and Joint Design Manual for
the ASTM website. Engine and Transmission Systems.”
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F2325 – 03
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TABLE 1 Basis of Classification
1st Letter 1st Digit 2nd Digit 2nd Letter 3rd Letter 4th Letter 5th Letter 3rd Digit 4th Digit
Total Number
B C B C
Number of Steel/Metal Coating Type Steel/Metal Coating Type Load Stop Exterior
Application Steel/Metal
Active Layers Active Layers Active Layers Inactive Layers Inactive Layers (Stopper) Coating
Layers
A–Head Gasket 1–one layer 0–none A–301SS N–NBR A–301SS N–NBR 0–
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