Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 7/8" Flat – Graphite Fiberglass PSA – Sold by Foot

Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 7/8" Flat Tail x 1-3/8" Overall – Graphite Fiberglass with PSA – Sold by the Foot

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.

The tadpole profile combines a compressible bulb with a flexible flat mounting tail, making it ideal for compatible stove and fireplace sealing applications that specifically require this gasket configuration. This gasket is sold by the running foot, allowing you to purchase the length required for your particular repair.

IMPORTANT – SOLD BY THE RUNNING FOOT:
This gasket is sold by the individual running foot. Enter the quantity based on the total number of feet required for your repair.
• Quantity 1 = 1 foot
• Quantity 2 = 2 feet
• Quantity 3 = 3 feet
• Quantity 6 = 6 feet
• Quantity 8 = 8 feet
• Quantity 10 = 10 feet

Multiple feet ordered will be supplied as one continuous length whenever possible. Measure the complete gasket path before ordering and consider allowing a small amount of additional material for trimming and fitting.

Key Features:
• Empire R3427 Replacement Gasket – Designed for compatible Empire stove and fireplace applications requiring part R3427
• 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 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
• Sold by the Running Foot – Purchase only the amount required for your specific repair
• Continuous Length – Multiple feet ordered are supplied as one continuous length whenever possible
• 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)
• Application: Compatible stove and fireplace sealing applications
• Length: Sold by the running foot
• Quantity: 1 quantity = 1 running foot

How to Order:
The Empire R3427 Tadpole Gasket is priced and sold by the running foot. Enter the total number of feet you need in the quantity box when ordering.

For example, if your appliance requires 7 feet of gasket, enter a quantity of 7. You will receive approximately 7 continuous feet whenever possible.

If you are replacing gasket material on multiple sections, measure each required gasket path and add the measurements together. We recommend allowing a small amount of additional material for trimming and final fitting.

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 fiberglass with a graphite treatment for use in demanding heating appliance gasket applications. The woven fiberglass construction provides the flexibility needed to follow compatible mounting surfaces while the bulb section compresses when the appliance component is secured in position.

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 can 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.

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.

Because it is sold by the running foot, you can purchase the amount required for your specific repair instead of paying for an unnecessary predetermined length. 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 – Sold by the Foot.