General Pump 96738000 Aluminum Gasket 3/8" - 3838
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The General Pump 96738000 is a genuine OEM 3/8" aluminum gasket (sealing washer) for General Pump plunger pumps. Aluminum gaskets like this are typically used under threaded plugs and fittings, such as manifold port plugs, drain plugs, or gauge and unloader ports, where they compress as the part is tightened to form a tight, leak-free metal seal. Aluminum is soft enough to conform to small surface imperfections but strong enough to hold up under high pressure and heat, which makes it a reliable choice where rubber O-rings could extrude or break down.
Because these gaskets deform as they seal, they’re designed for one-time use. Reusing a flattened gasket often leads to drips or seepage, so it’s best practice to install a new one whenever a plug or fitting is removed during service.
Key features:
- 3/8" aluminum sealing gasket
- Compresses to form a tight, leak-free metal seal
- Holds up to high pressure and heat
- Single-use: replace whenever the plug or fitting is removed
- Genuine OEM General Pump part