Usually, these oil seals are used to seal lubricating oil or grease and contain it within the application, so that moving parts such as bearings are continually supplied with enough lubrication. However, such seals are also used for sealing other liquids, gases, and solids, such as powders or granules.

You have to consider the speed at which the shaft will be moving, the housing bore, and the runout. These are important to make sure that you choose an oil seal that will not be exposed to unconducive abrasions.

Fluid side face The front-end face of the seal is called the nose. The nose is made of rubber and forms a gasket seal when compressed on the housing shoulder.

Leather oil seals are commonly used for parts that are exposed to dirt and poor lubrication. The major advantage of this material is that it can function in cases where synthetic rubber cannot function. They are used for shafts that have rough surfaces that are more than what rubber seals can handle. This is because they are pre-lubricated and have the capacity to absorb liquids.

Finding oil spots under a parked vehicle can be both worrying and stressful for any vehicle owner. If the seal’s leak is small, oil may start to accumulate on the underside of the engine. But as the leak gets bigger, the oil leak will become visible in the front side of the engine.  

Oil seal is an essential component in various machinery and equipment, designed to prevent the leakage of oil and other fluids. One of the most commonly used oil seals is the 30-50-10 oil seal, which is known for its durability and efficiency in sealing oil leaks.

How Oil Seals

Viton (FKM/FPM) Oil Seals

Repeat the process of installing oil seals for any other locations where they are required. Be sure to follow the same steps for each installation to ensure a leak-free performance.