Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 7/8" Flat – Graphite Fiberglass PSA – 10' Length

Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 7/8" Flat Tail x 1-3/8" Overall – Graphite Fiberglass with PSA – 10' Length

Replace worn or deteriorated gasket material on compatible Empire heating appliances with the Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket. This specialty high-temperature gasket features a 1/2" bulb, 7/8" flat tail, and approximately 1-3/8" overall width. Constructed from graphite-treated fiberglass, the flat mounting section features a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) backing to help hold the gasket in position during installation.

This listing includes one 10-foot continuous length of R3427 tadpole gasket. The specialized profile combines a compressible fiberglass bulb with a flexible flat mounting tail, making it ideal for compatible Empire stove and fireplace sealing applications that specifically require this gasket configuration.

Key Features:
• Empire R3427 Replacement Gasket – Designed for compatible Empire stove and fireplace applications requiring part R3427
• 10-Foot Length – Supplied as one 10' continuous length for convenient installation
• Tadpole Gasket Profile – Combines a compressible bulb with a flexible flat mounting tail
• 1/2" Bulb – Compressible sealing section designed to conform to the mating surface
• 7/8" Flat Tail – Provides a flexible mounting surface for proper gasket positioning
• 1-3/8" Overall Width – Approximately 1/2" bulb plus 7/8" flat fiberglass tail
• Graphite Fiberglass Construction – High-temperature fiberglass gasket with graphite treatment
• PSA Adhesive Backing – Pressure-sensitive adhesive helps hold the flat section in position during installation
• Flexible Construction – Designed to follow the contours of compatible stove and fireplace components
• Replacement Seal – Ideal for replacing flattened, frayed, damaged, loose, or deteriorated gasket material

Specifications:
• Product Type: Tadpole gasket / high-temperature sealing gasket
• Brand Compatibility: Empire
• Part Number: R3427
• Gasket Style: Fiberglass tadpole gasket
• Bulb Diameter: Approximately 1/2"
• Flat Tail Width: Approximately 7/8"
• Overall Width: Approximately 1-3/8"
• Material: Fiberglass
• Finish: Graphite treated
• Backing: Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA)
• Length: 10 feet
• Application: Compatible stove and fireplace sealing applications
• Sold As: One 10-foot continuous length

About the Tadpole Gasket Design:
Unlike conventional round stove rope gasket, a tadpole gasket combines a compressible sealing bulb with a flat mounting tail. On this Empire R3427 gasket, the rounded 1/2" bulb provides the primary compressible sealing section, while the 7/8" flat fiberglass tail provides the mounting surface.

Together, the profile measures approximately 1-3/8" overall. Using the correct tadpole gasket profile is important because a standard round rope gasket or a tadpole gasket with different dimensions may not provide the same fit, mounting position, compression, or sealing characteristics.

Graphite Fiberglass Construction:
The R3427 is manufactured from graphite-treated fiberglass for demanding heating appliance gasket applications. The woven fiberglass construction provides the flexibility needed to follow compatible mounting surfaces while the bulb section compresses to help create the intended seal.

PSA Self-Adhesive Backing:
The flat section features a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) backing to simplify installation. The PSA helps hold the gasket in its intended position while the appliance component is being assembled or reinstalled.

The PSA backing is primarily intended to assist with gasket positioning. Always follow the appliance manufacturer's instructions regarding gasket installation and any additional fastening or sealing requirements.

Fitment Note:
This gasket is intended for compatible Empire heating appliance applications requiring part number R3427. Empire manufactures many different stove and fireplace models that may use different gasket dimensions and profiles.

Always verify the R3427 part number in your owner's manual, service manual, or parts diagram before ordering. If replacing an unidentified gasket, compare the existing gasket's bulb diameter, flat-tail width, overall profile, mounting method, and required length with the specifications listed above. Dimensions alone should not be used as the only method of determining compatibility.

When Should a Tadpole Gasket Be Replaced?
High-temperature stove and fireplace gaskets are exposed to repeated heating, cooling, and compression during normal appliance operation. Over time, the gasket may become flattened, compressed, frayed, torn, hardened, loose, separated from the mounting surface, or otherwise deteriorated.

Replacement should be considered when the existing gasket is visibly damaged, excessively compressed, no longer retains its original profile, or no longer provides the intended seal.

Installation Tips:
• Allow the stove or fireplace to cool completely before beginning installation
• Carefully inspect the position and orientation of the original gasket before removal
• Take photos of the original installation if needed for reference
• Remove the existing gasket and loose gasket material carefully
• Clean away old adhesive residue, dirt, fibers, and debris from the mounting surface
• Make sure the mounting surface is clean and dry before installing the replacement gasket
• Compare the new gasket profile with the original before installation
• Test-fit the gasket and confirm the correct bulb orientation before removing the PSA backing
• Remove the adhesive backing gradually while pressing the flat tail evenly into position
• Avoid stretching the fiberglass gasket during installation
• Follow the original gasket path and orientation
• Trim excess gasket only after confirming the required finished length
• Follow the Empire owner's manual or service documentation for model-specific installation procedures

Why Choose the Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket?
Using the correct gasket dimensions and profile is important for maintaining the seal designed into your heating appliance. The Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket provides the specialized 1/2" bulb, 7/8" flat tail, approximately 1-3/8" overall width, graphite fiberglass construction, and PSA adhesive backing required for compatible applications calling for this gasket.

The convenient 10-foot continuous length provides plenty of material for compatible gasket replacement applications while allowing the gasket to be trimmed to the exact length required. Replace worn or damaged gasket material with the Empire R3427 Graphite Fiberglass Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 7/8" Flat x 1-3/8" Overall – 10' Length.