Software interfaces. See also: application binary interface and application programming interface. A software interface may refer to a wide range of different types of interface at different levels: an operating system may interface with pieces of hardware.
The products used to seal these pipe joints are known as gaskets. A flange gasket is the particular style of gasket utilized to create a seal when two flanged pipe ends are bolted together. The most common use for gaskets is in the services industry, where water pipes need to be sufficiently sealed to prevent water leaks, loss of pressure, or external foreign contaminants entering the pipe.
The gasket is elastomer and is. designed with a raised bead to provide. a positive watertight seal between the. fitting and carrier body. It is held in. place at the fitting opening, eliminating. awkward handling when attaching the. carrier body to the fitting.