Braided from low-sulphur expanded graphite yarns, which are reinforced by cotton fiber,  nickel wire, Inconel, stainless steel etc. It has a very low friction, does not damage shafts or stems. It shows good thermal and chemical resistance and high elasticity.

It can be used in valves, pumps, expansion joints, mixers and agitators in high-pressure, high-temperature hostile environments of hydrocarbon processing, pulp and paper, power stations, refineries and industries where effective sealing is vital.