cork gasket
[kɔrk ˈɡæskɪt]
nounpl: cork gaskets
vedação de cortiça
1. a seal made of cork material used to prevent leakage of fluids or gases between two surfaces
The engine gasket was made of cork to withstand high temperatures.
A vedação do motor era feita de cortiça para resistir a altas temperaturas.
2. a compressible ring or sheet of cork placed between mechanical parts to create an airtight or watertight seal
We replaced the old cork gasket on the oil pan with a new one.
Substituímos a vedação de cortiça antiga do cárter de óleo por uma nova.
Cork gaskets are primarily used in automotive and industrial applications in both Brazil and the USA. While cork gaskets have been largely replaced by synthetic rubber and silicone materials in modern engines, they remain relevant in vintage vehicle restoration and certain specialized applications. In Brazil, automotive repair shops frequently reference these components when discussing engine maintenance and restoration.
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