Tema RC-6.31 says that "the min. width of peripheral ring gaskets for external joints shall be 3/8" for shell sizes through 23 inches nominal diameter..." R-6.5 says "gasketed joints shall be of a confined type." That and a general arrangement with design data are about all I have to work with to determine what sealing surface facing to use on ... More @Wikipedia
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