Quadra-Fire 842-5130 Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 3/4" Flat - 1 1/4" OA – OEM HHT – 10'

Quadra-Fire 842-5130 Tadpole Door Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 3/4" Flat x 1-1/4" Overall – OEM HHT – 10' Length

Restore the proper door and glass seal on your compatible Quadra-Fire stove or fireplace with the OEM Hearth & Home Technologies 842-5130 Tadpole Gasket. This genuine factory replacement gasket is used on select Quadra-Fire pellet stoves, gas stoves, inserts, and fireplaces and is supplied in a 10-foot length.

The specialized tadpole profile features an approximately 1/2" compressible bulb with a 3/4" flat mounting tail for an overall width of approximately 1-1/4". The flat portion includes a 3/4" pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) backing to help position and secure the gasket during installation.

Constructed from high-temperature fiberglass and rated for service temperatures up to 1,000°F, this is a genuine OEM Hearth & Home Technologies replacement part, not a generic aftermarket substitute.

Key Features:
• Genuine OEM HHT Replacement – Official Hearth & Home Technologies factory gasket
• Quadra-Fire Part 842-5130 – Also referenced without the dash as 8425130
• 10-Foot Length – Supplied as one 10' length for compatible door and glass gasket applications
• Tadpole Gasket Profile – Combines a compressible sealing bulb with a flat mounting tail
• 1/2" Bulb – Compressible sealing section helps create the proper seal between compatible components
• 3/4" Flat Tail – Provides the mounting surface required for compatible Quadra-Fire applications
• 1-1/4" Overall Width – Overall gasket profile measures approximately 1-1/4"
• 3/4" PSA Backing – Pressure-sensitive adhesive helps hold the gasket in position during installation
• High-Temperature Construction – Rated for service temperatures up to 1,000°F
• Door & Glass Sealing Applications – Used to help maintain the intended seal on compatible Quadra-Fire appliances
• OEM Fit & Construction – Designed to replace the original gasket used in the specified applications

Specifications:
• Product Type: Tadpole door / glass gasket
• Manufacturer: Hearth & Home Technologies (HHT)
• Brand Compatibility: Quadra-Fire
• OEM Part Number: 842-5130
• Alternate Part Number: 8425130
• Gasket Style: Tadpole gasket
• Bulb Diameter: Approximately 1/2"
• Flat Tail Width: Approximately 3/4"
• Overall Width: Approximately 1-1/4"
• PSA Width: Approximately 3/4"
• Backing: Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA)
• Material: High-temperature fiberglass
• Temperature Service Rating: Up to 1,000°F
• Length: 10 feet
• Sold As: One 10-foot length
• OEM Status: Genuine Hearth & Home Technologies replacement part
• Application: Compatible stove and fireplace door / glass sealing applications

Compatible Quadra-Fire Pellet Stoves & Inserts:
• Castile FS – 2001 to 2009
• Castile-FS-B – 2009 to 2019
• Castile Insert – 2002 to 2006
• Castile Insert – 2006 to 2011
• Castile Insert-B – 2011 to 2019
• CASTILEI-CE-MBK
• Mt. Vernon
• Santa-Fe – 2003 to 2009
• Santa-Fe-MBK – 2009 to 2019
• Santa Fe Insert

Compatible Quadra-Fire Gas Stoves, Inserts & Fireplaces:
• Columbia Bay Insert
• Hudson Bay FS
• Remington Fireplace – QFP40
• Remington – QFP30

Fitment Note:
The 842-5130 gasket may be used on additional Hearth & Home Technologies or Quadra-Fire appliances not listed above. Always verify the 842-5130 or 8425130 part number in your owner's manual, parts diagram, or service documentation before ordering.

Hearth & Home Technologies manufactures multiple brands and appliance families that use different gasket profiles. Do not determine compatibility by overall dimensions alone. Confirm the OEM part number whenever possible.

About the Tadpole Gasket Design:
Unlike conventional round rope gasket, a tadpole gasket combines a compressible bulb with a flat mounting tail. On the 842-5130 gasket, the approximately 1/2" bulb provides the compressible sealing section while the approximately 3/4" flat tail provides the mounting surface.

Together, the bulb and flat section create an approximately 1-1/4" overall gasket profile. Using the correct profile is important because conventional round rope or flat gasket tape may not provide the same mounting position, compression, or sealing characteristics as the original tadpole gasket.

Why Is the Door & Glass Gasket Important?
The gasket helps maintain the designed seal between compatible stove components. A worn, flattened, torn, loose, or deteriorated gasket can allow unwanted air leakage and may affect appliance operation and combustion performance.

Maintaining the correct gasket profile helps the door and glass assembly seal as designed by the appliance manufacturer.

When Should the 842-5130 Gasket Be Replaced?
Repeated heating, cooling, compression, and normal appliance use can eventually cause fiberglass gasket material to deteriorate. Inspect the gasket during routine maintenance and consider replacement if you notice:
• Flattened or excessively compressed areas
• Frayed or torn fiberglass
• Hardened or brittle gasket material
• Sections pulling away from the mounting surface
• Missing or damaged gasket material
• Visible deterioration around the door or glass assembly
• Loss of the original gasket profile

PSA Self-Adhesive Backing:
The approximately 3/4" flat portion of the gasket features a pressure-sensitive adhesive backing designed to help position the gasket during installation.

For best adhesion, the mounting surface should be free of old gasket material, adhesive residue, soot, ash, grease, dirt, and debris. Make sure the surface is clean and completely dry before applying the new gasket.

The PSA backing is primarily intended to assist with positioning. Follow the manufacturer's installation procedures regarding retainers, glass hardware, additional adhesive, or other securing methods required for your specific appliance.

Installation Tips:
• Allow the stove, insert, or fireplace to cool completely before beginning installation
• Carefully inspect the position and orientation of the original gasket before removing it
• Take photos during disassembly if needed for installation reference
• Remove the old gasket and any loose fiberglass material
• Clean away old adhesive, soot, ash, grease, dirt, and debris
• Make sure the mounting surface is clean and completely dry
• Compare the new 842-5130 gasket with the original before installation
• Test-fit the gasket before removing the PSA protective backing
• Confirm the proper orientation of the 1/2" bulb and 3/4" flat tail
• Remove the adhesive backing gradually while pressing the gasket evenly into position
• Do not stretch the gasket during installation
• Work gradually around curves and corners to maintain the proper profile
• Trim excess material only after confirming the final required length
• Follow your Quadra-Fire owner's manual or service documentation for model-specific procedures

Why Choose the OEM Quadra-Fire 842-5130 Gasket?
Using the correct gasket profile is important for maintaining the seal originally designed into your Quadra-Fire appliance. The 842-5130 tadpole gasket provides the approximately 1/2" bulb, 3/4" flat tail, 1-1/4" overall profile, 3/4" PSA backing, high-temperature fiberglass construction, and 10-foot length specified for compatible applications.

Unlike a generic gasket selected only by approximate dimensions, this is a genuine Hearth & Home Technologies OEM replacement part for applications calling for Quadra-Fire part number 842-5130 / 8425130.

Restore the proper seal on your compatible appliance with the Quadra-Fire 842-5130 Tadpole Door Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 3/4" Flat x 1-1/4" Overall – 10' Length.