Advantages:
– Good static sealing
– Compensation of different thermal expansion
– Reduced risk of fretting corrosion
– Effective protection against air side contaminants
– Higher bore surface roughness is allowed
– Installation in split-housings
– Modern lip design provides low radial forces
Repeat with the ruler laid diagonally between the other two comers.
Silicone (VMQ) Oil Seals
If there are curved seals, fit these to the engine. Smear sealant on the seal groove, stick the seal in place, and apply a blob of sealant to each end of the seal where it joins the gasket.


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Case study 2: Silicone oil leakage
9 Factors for Selecting Oil Seals
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