Sparkling Corks

M. A. Silva’s sparkling wine corks are used by some of the finest Champagne and sparkling wine producers in the world. Our sparkling cork closure provides the strength to remain intact during twisting extraction, while being pliable enough to offer a lasting seal.

FUNCTIONAL

Torsion moment: ≥ 35 daN.cm
Dimensional Recovery: > 96% Shear strength: ≥ 6 daN/cm2
Sealing ability: no leaks at 6 bars
Capillarity: < 1 mm
Torsion angle: ≥ 35°
Chamfer: 4 mm

DIMENSIONAL

Length: nominal ± 0.5 mm
Diameter: nominal ± 0.3 mm
Ovalization- <0.4 mm

PHYSICAL

Moisture: 4% – 8%
Dimensional recovery: >96%
Specific weight: 240-320 kg/m3
Resistance to boiling water: no disintegration
Disc thickness: 1° ≥ 4.5 mm /2° ≥ 5.5 mm
Dust content: < 1 mg/cork

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Santa Rosa, CA 95403 707.636.2530

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*Verfied by Cork Quality Council Data
**All M.A. Silva cork products comply with existing FDA and European regulations for products in contact with food