After the oil seal is positioned in the groove, apply even pressure to the oil seal using a seal driver or a similar tool. This will help to seat the oil seal firmly in the groove and prevent it from moving during use. Make sure to apply the pressure evenly and gently, as applying too much force can damage the oil seal or cause it to deform.
4 Fluids
• Fuel oil
• Lubricating oil
• Hydraulic fluid
• Grease
• Chemicals
• WaterSilicone
Wide temperature range
Commonly used in low temperature applications
Very prone to mechanical damage during fitting
There are a variety of oil seals used in a variety of applications to help close the space between a stationary and a moving part. By closing the space it prevents any lubricants from escaping. Additionally, oil seals help create a seal that prevents any contaminants from entering machinery which can cause a host of problems. Mechanical equipment and machinery require different size or type oil seals to ensure that there is a superior and precise seal. Because oil seals help reduce contamination or mixing of materials it prolongs the life of machinery and helps ensure a more reliable performance.

MS
What are Oil Seals and the different types?
This is one of the frequent reasons for oil seal failure, and this is majorly because of the volatility of any of the elastomer’s constituents. These causative constituents may be part of the elastomer formulation, or gases that got entrapped in the elastomer during the molding process. The deceiving fact about this failure is that sometimes the oil seal won’t show any visual sign of out-gassing, however, sometimes when the out-gassing is extreme, they shrink.
Shaft Speed:
Leather oil seals have great running properties and are mostly used for abrasive applications.
A: with minor lip
Standard 3760/3761
Common causes of oil seal failure
1. Oil seals have three basic components: sealing element, metal case, and spring.
Rubber type
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