Usa Industrials ZUSA-CP-360 Graphite Compression Packing

Product Description

The USA INDUSTRIALS ZUSA-CP-360 is a braided expanded graphite compression packing designed for demanding sealing applications in pumps, pistons, and flanged assemblies. Measuring 3/8 inches wide by 3/8 inches high and supplied in a 25-foot length, this packing delivers reliable shaft and stem sealing where heat resistance and chemical stability are critical. The expanded graphite construction provides excellent resistance to high temperatures and steam, making it a dependable choice for industrial and mechanical service professionals working on process equipment and fluid-handling systems.

This compression packing is suited for use in residential, commercial, and light industrial environments wherever pumps, valves, or flanged connections require a durable sealing material. Typical applications include impeller pumps, reciprocating pistons, and gasketed flange assemblies exposed to steam or elevated heat. Plumbers, pipefitters, and millwrights handling pump repair or valve repacking work will find this a straightforward drop-in sealing solution. The 25-foot coil format allows field techs to cut packing rings to the exact length needed for the stuffing box at hand.

Key Features

• Braided expanded graphite construction for high-temperature and steam resistance
• 3/8 inches x 3/8 inches cross-section fits common stuffing box dimensions
• 25-foot continuous length allows on-site custom cutting of packing rings
• Universal design compatible with pistons, impeller pumps, and flanges
• Gray color for easy visual identification during installation and inspection

Compatibility

Designed as a universal-style compression packing for pumps, pistons, and flanged assemblies requiring a 3/8 inches x 3/8 inches graphite packing material.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed plumbers, pipefitters, or millwrights. Always depressurize and isolate the pump or valve from the system before removing old packing or opening the stuffing box. Cut packing rings to the correct length using a mandrel sized to the shaft diameter, and stagger ring joints during installation to prevent leakage paths. Follow applicable codes such as the IPC or ASME B31 piping standards for the specific service conditions involved.