1/2" FDA PTFE YARN PACKING

11700500-01 is a Lubricated PTFE Filament Compression Packing with a 1/2 inch square cross section. In service, this compression packing provides field-serviceable shaft sealing that can be adjusted and topped up without disassembling the pump. Additional detail on this item: 1 LB. Box - Approx. 6 FT.

As a material, Lubricated PTFE Filament is known for a very wide continuous service temperature range and non-stick, non-contaminating surface characteristics. Expect good resistance to solvents, steam, and strong acids and bases. It should not be specified for service in molten alkali metals or service requiring elastic recovery.

This item meets FDA requirements for food contact. Maintenance and OEM teams specify it across aggressive-media pipelines, chemical processing, and pharmaceutical and biotech.

Stocked as 11700500-01 and sold individually. Unit weight is approximately 1 lb. Confirm chemical compatibility, pressure and temperature against your own application requirements before installing. Not finding the exact configuration you need? APG cross-references from prints, samples and competitor part numbers.