Overview
The Victaulic R20 gasket is a precision sealing ring designed for 3″ OD pipes (88.9–89.1mm). This gasket is pressure responsive, providing increased sealing action as internal pressure rises, creating a permanent leak-tight triple seal across steel, stainless steel, aluminum, PVC, ductile iron, and copper piping. This product is essential for any facility running grooved coupling piping systems where reliable, maintenance-free sealing is critical.
Key Features
- Pressure-Responsive Design: Creates a pressure-responsive seal on the outside diameter of the pipe, enhanced as the coupling housing is tightened.
- Compatible with Multiple Pipe Materials: Works with steel, stainless steel, aluminum, PVC, ductile iron, and copper.
- Precision Molded: Molded to fit the internal cavity of the housing and positioned upon placement of the housing around the gasket into the grooves.
- Elastomeric Resilience: Resilient elastomeric gasket conforms to the internal cavity of the housing, enhancing the seal against the pipe in both pressure and vacuum conditions.
- Industry-Standard Quality: Subject to stringent quality control, precision engineering, and exhaustive testing before delivery.
Technical Specifications
| Size | 3″ (88.9–89.1mm OD) |
| Manufacturer | Victaulic Company |
| Product Type | Grooved Coupling Gasket / Sealing Ring |
| Material | Elastomeric Synthetic Rubber |
| Pressure Rating | Pressure-responsive (rating varies by fluid and temperature) |
| Outer Diameter Tolerance | 88.9–89.1mm |
| Design Standard | Grooved Piping System (Victaulic Coupling Compatible) |
Typical Applications
- Industrial Piping: HVAC, chilled water loops, hot water distribution, and general industrial circulation systems.
- Hydraulics & Pneumatics: Fluid transfer and pressure line applications requiring reliable sealing.
- Plumbing Systems: Commercial and industrial plumbing where grooved couplings are preferred for quick assembly.
- Fire Protection: Sprinkler systems and fire suppression networks utilizing grooved piping methodology.
- Municipal & Utility: Water distribution, irrigation, and utility piping networks.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Victaulic 3″ grooved pipe couplings and fittings
- Standard grooved piping systems with 88.9–89.1mm OD pipe
- Victaulic mechanical joint piping assemblies
- All pipe materials: steel, stainless steel, aluminum, PVC, ductile iron, copper
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- OEM Victaulic R20 gasket / sealing ring (standard 3″ replacement)
- Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering to confirm exact gasket grade and material specification.
Works With
- Victaulic grooved coupling housings and fittings
- Mechanical joint piping systems (ANSI-compliant grooved design)
- Standard pipe groove dimensions for 3″ nominal diameter
- All industrial, HVAC, and plumbing fluid media compatible with elastomeric gasket materials
