How are Oil Seals made?
NBR, also known as nitrile rubber or nitrile, is the most popular material for an oil seal because of its good resistance to many oils and greases, such as mineral grease and hydraulic oil. Depending on their composition, synthetic oils and greases, such as those based on glycol, can damage NBR rubber materials. Depending on the amount of glycol, a PTFE lip seal may be the best choice. NBR is also unable to cope with contact with acids and solvents. The rubber is suitable for oil and grease at temperatures from -35 °C to 100 °C.
The performance of these seals depends to a large extent on a suitable unit load being maintained at the seal-shaft interface. These seals withstand a pressure of 15PSI and their working depends on parameters like shaft diameter, shaft speed, working temperature, service conditions, etc
- Now, thoroughly clean both the valve cover and the cylinder head surface with a suitable solvent to remove all old gasket material and any buildup
- The maintenance of oil seals is another important aspect that affects their longevity. Regular inspection and replacement of worn or damaged seals can prevent costly machinery failures and extend the overall life of the equipment. It is essential to follow the manufacturer's recommendations for maintenance and to use genuine replacement parts to ensure optimal performance.
-15 °C to + 180 °C
O-rings are one of the items used to prevent leaks and product failures. Due to their cogent functions, it’s important that they are installed appropriately without causing any damage in the process.