Western Pacific Trading 10051 Flax Packing 3/16" 1 Lb Spool

The Western Pacific Trading 10051 is a high-quality flax packing material designed for marine and industrial sealing applications. This traditional packing material comes on a convenient 1-pound spool in 3/16" diameter size, providing excellent value and ease of use.

Key Features:

• 3/16" diameter flax packing for versatile sealing applications
• 1-pound spool provides ample material for multiple repairs
• Ideal for shaft packing in marine engines and propeller shafts
• Effective solution for leaky stuffing boxes and stern tubes
• Natural flax fiber construction absorbs water to create tight seal
• Cost-effective traditional packing material

Flax packing is a time-tested solution for sealing rotating shafts in marine applications. When properly installed and maintained, it provides reliable sealing while allowing controlled lubrication. This packing is particularly popular for maintaining traditional stuffing boxes on sailboats and older powerboats where a small amount of dripping is acceptable and even desirable for shaft cooling.