Champion Gland Packing is used to control leakage from the stuffing boxes of pumps, valves, mixers, agitators and other rotary or reciprocating equipment. Champion offers a wide range of asbestos-free packing materials for different temperatures, pressures, fluids and operating conditions. Available Material Types PTFE-based packing – for chemical and corrosion-resistant applications PTFE-Graphite packing – low-friction and heat-dissipating applications Pure Graphite / Carbon packing – high-temperature and steam service Aramid-based packing – abrasive and slurry applications Synthetic and natural fibre packing – general industrial duties Combination packing – for demanding chemical and abrasive services. Construction Braided square-section packing Available in different fibre and material combinations PTFE, graphite or special lubricants used depending on the style Certain grades include reinforcement for demanding service Available as coils, lengths and, for selected products, pre-formed packing rings. Features Effective leakage control Low friction and reduced shaft/stem wear Good heat dissipation in graphite-based grades Excellent chemical resistance in PTFE-based grades High temperature and pressure capability in selected grades Good flexibility and dimensional stability Long service life with proper installation and adjustment. Applications Centrifugal pumps Reciprocating pumps Valve glands Mixers and agitators Rotary equipment Steam applications Water and condensate systems Oil and hydrocarbon service Chemical processing Abrasive and slurry applications. Common Champion Packing Grades Type Typical Use PTFE Packing Chemicals, acids and alkalis PTFE-Graphite Packing Pumps and general industrial applications Graphite Packing Steam and high-temperature service Carbon Packing High-performance pump applications Aramid Packing Abrasive media and slurry Natural/Synthetic Fibre Packing Water and general-purpose applications For example, Champion Style 3116 is a graphited natural-fibre packing for general pump applications, while Style 668 is a high-purity expanded graphite packing suitable for demanding valve and pump services. Advantages Reduces process-fluid leakage Helps protect pump shafts and valve stems Reduces friction and wear Available for a wide range of industrial fluids Easy to cut and install Different grades can be selected for specific pressure, temperature and chemical conditions.