Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 1" Flat Tail – Graphite Fiberglass PSA – Sold by the Foot

Total Hearth Tadpole Gasket – 1/2" Bulb x 1" Flat Tail (1-1/2" Overall) – Graphite Fiberglass with PSA Backing – Sold by the Foot Restore a proper high-temperature seal with the Total Hearth 1/2" Bulb x 1" Flat Tail Tadpole Gasket. This specialty fiberglass gasket combines a compressible 1/2" bulb with a 1" flat mounting tail, creating an overall profile approximately 1-1/2" wide. Designed for compatible stove, fireplace, and heating appliance sealing applications, it provides a convenient replacement for worn or deteriorated tadpole-style gasket material. The gasket is constructed from graphite-treated fiberglass for demanding high-temperature applications. A pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) backing on the flat tail helps hold the gasket in position during installation, while the flexible construction allows it to follow the contours of compatible appliance components. Sold by the running foot, this gasket allows you to purchase exactly the amount required for your repair instead of buying a predetermined length. 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 you need. • 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. Always measure the complete gasket path before ordering and allow a small amount of additional material for trimming and fitting. Key Features: • Tadpole Gasket Design – Combines a compressible sealing bulb with a flat fiberglass mounting tail • 1/2" Bulb – Compressible sealing section designed to conform against compatible mating surfaces • 1" Flat Tail – Provides a wide mounting surface for proper gasket positioning • 1-1/2" Overall Width – Approximately 1/2" bulb plus 1" flat fiberglass tail • Graphite-Treated Fiberglass – Designed for demanding high-temperature heating appliance applications • PSA Self-Adhesive Backing – Pressure-sensitive adhesive helps hold the flat tail in position during installation • Flexible Construction – Follows compatible stove and fireplace surfaces, doors, panels, and sealing areas • Sold by the Running Foot – Purchase exactly the amount required for your repair • Continuous Length – Multiple feet ordered will be supplied as one continuous length whenever possible • Replacement High-Temperature Seal – Ideal for replacing flattened, frayed, compressed, loose, or deteriorated tadpole gasket material • Total Hearth House Brand – Quality replacement gasket material for heating appliance repair and maintenance Specifications: • Brand: Total Hearth • Product Type: Tadpole gasket / high-temperature sealing gasket • Gasket Style: Tadpole profile • Bulb Size: Approximately 1/2" • Flat Tail Width: Approximately 1" • Overall Width: Approximately 1-1/2" • Material: Fiberglass • Finish: Graphite treated • Backing: Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) • Length: Sold by the running foot • Quantity: 1 quantity = 1 running foot • Application: Compatible stove, fireplace, and high-temperature heating appliance sealing applications Common Applications: • Stove sealing applications • Fireplace sealing applications • Heating appliance doors and panels • Fireplace glass and door assemblies requiring a compatible tadpole profile • Stove glass and door assemblies requiring a compatible tadpole profile • High-temperature access panels and covers • Replacement for worn or deteriorated tadpole-style gasket material • Other heating appliances requiring a compatible 1/2" bulb x 1" flat tail gasket Fitment Note: This is a generic replacement gasket sold by size and profile and is not intended to represent an OEM gasket for any specific appliance manufacturer. Before ordering, compare the dimensions and profile of your existing gasket with the specifications shown above. Always consult your appliance owner's manual or parts diagram when available. Gasket dimensions alone should not be used to determine compatibility. Confirm the bulb diameter, flat tail width, overall profile, graphite fiberglass construction, adhesive configuration, installation method, and required length before ordering. How Much Tadpole Gasket Should I Order? Measure the complete gasket path on your appliance before ordering. Because this product is sold by the running foot, simply enter the total number of feet required as the quantity. Ordering Example: If your application requires 6 feet of gasket, enter a quantity of 6. You will receive approximately 6 continuous feet of Total Hearth 1/2" Bulb x 1" Flat Tail Tadpole Gasket whenever possible. If your repair requires multiple gasket sections, measure each section and add the measurements together before determining your order quantity. 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. The two sections perform different functions and create the distinctive tadpole-shaped profile. On this gasket, the approximately 1/2" bulb provides the primary compressible sealing surface, while the 1" flat fiberglass tail provides the mounting area. Together, the gasket measures approximately 1-1/2" overall. Using the correct gasket profile is important. A conventional round rope gasket with a similar diameter may not provide the same mounting surface, compression characteristics, or finished fit as a tadpole-style gasket. When Should a Tadpole Gasket Be Replaced? High-temperature gaskets are subjected to repeated heating, cooling, compression, and normal appliance use. Over time, the fiberglass material can become flattened, compressed, frayed, hardened, torn, loose, or separated from its mounting surface. Inspect the gasket whenever servicing the associated door, glass, cover, or panel. Replacement should be considered when the existing gasket has lost its original profile, is excessively compressed, shows visible damage, or can no longer provide the intended seal. Graphite-Treated Fiberglass Construction: This tadpole gasket is manufactured from graphite-treated fiberglass designed for high-temperature sealing applications. The flexible fiberglass construction allows the gasket to conform to compatible sealing surfaces while the graphite treatment provides the dark finish commonly used in heating appliance gasket applications. Self-Adhesive PSA Backing: The 1" flat tail features pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) backing to simplify installation. The adhesive helps hold the gasket in position while the gasket is being fitted and while the appliance component is being reassembled. The PSA backing is primarily designed to assist with gasket placement. Always follow the appliance manufacturer's recommended installation and fastening procedures for the component being serviced. Installation Tips: • Allow the appliance to cool completely before beginning installation • Carefully observe the position and orientation of the original gasket before removing it • Take photos during disassembly if needed for installation reference • Remove the old gasket, loose fiberglass, adhesive residue, dirt, and debris from the mounting surface • Make sure the mounting surface is clean and dry before installing the replacement gasket • Compare the replacement gasket profile and dimensions 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 or pulling the fiberglass gasket during installation • Keep the bulb properly positioned along the entire sealing path • Trim excess gasket only after confirming the final fit • Follow the appliance manufacturer's instructions for reassembly and final gasket positioning Important Installation Note: Proper gasket selection and installation are important for heating appliance operation. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for your specific stove, fireplace, or heating appliance. If you are uncertain about gasket compatibility or proper installation, consult a qualified appliance service technician. Why Choose Total Hearth 1/2" Bulb Tadpole Gasket? The Total Hearth Tadpole Gasket combines a specialized 1/2" compressible bulb, 1" flat mounting tail, approximately 1-1/2" overall width, graphite-treated fiberglass construction, and PSA self-adhesive backing in one convenient replacement gasket. Because it is sold by the running foot, you can purchase the amount your project requires instead of paying for unnecessary material. Whether you're replacing a worn stove seal, fireplace gasket, glass seal, door gasket, or other compatible high-temperature seal, this Total Hearth tadpole gasket provides a convenient solution for applications requiring this specific profile.