Gaskets and sheets have their own advantages and disadvantages. Choosing which one is better depends on the specific application scenario and personal needs.
Gaskets
The main function of gaskets is to provide mechanical seals to prevent leakage caused by pressure, corrosion or natural thermal expansion and contraction of pipes. Gaskets can fill irregularities in gaps to ensure excellent sealing performance. Common gasket materials include paper, rubber, silicone rubber, metal, cork, felt, neoprene, nitrile rubber, fiberglass or plastic polymers such as polytetrafluoroethylene. In some specific application scenarios, gaskets may contain other ingredients such as asbestos.
Sheets
Sheets are usually used to build structures or as coverings, and have high strength and stability. Common sheet materials include wood, metal, plastic, etc. Wood sheets such as mahogany and oak have natural beauty and good processing performance; metal sheets such as aluminum alloy and stainless steel have high corrosion resistance and strength; plastic sheets such as PVC and ABS have good formability and chemical resistance.
