Oil Seal Materials
The main benefits of Nitrile when opting for use as an oil seal includes:
Carefully lift off the cover. If it sticks, gently tap it sideways with a soft-faced rawhide or nylon hammer, or with the heel of your hand.
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Rubber type


One of the key advantages of neoprene foam gaskets is their resilience and durability. Neoprene is known for its ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions, such as exposure to water, UV rays, and ozone. This resilience makes neoprene foam gaskets a reliable choice for outdoor applications where the gaskets may be exposed to the elements.
Preparing the oil seal installation
Installing Oil Seals: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this kind of seal, wider tolerances are possible between the OD of the seal and the seal housing. Irregularities of the housing surface can be taken up by the resilient rubber layer on the outside of the seal. However, the rubber covered seal can be blown out under high pressure in a reciprocating application whereas, with a metal case, there is no such danger.
Type A Oil Seals
-35 °C to + 100 °C