摘要 |
<p>A metal laminate gasket (A) of the invention is used for an internal combustion engine. The gasket (A) is basically formed of first and second outer plates (A10, A14), at least one middle plate (A12) situated between the outer plates, and a sealing member (A10a) situated adjacent a hole (Hc) of the engine to surround and define the same. The gasket (A) further includes a first seal ring (A15), and a second seal ring (A16) situated outside the first seal ring (A15), both being located outside the sealing member (A10a) relative to the hole (Hc) of the engine. A supporting member (A14a) is integrally formed with one of the outer and middle plates (A14, A12) to laminate over the second seal ring (A16). Therefore, when the gasket is tightened, the second seal ring (A16) provides surface pressure greater than that on the first seal ring (A15). The surface pressures on the seal rings (A15, A16) can be easily changed and regulated by the supporting member. <IMAGE></p> |