Viton Oil Seals
An outer case, a body made of metal or provided with a rubber layer
ERIKS type R (type A according to the DIN standard) is identical in shape to type M, but has a rubber outer case with metal reinforcement on the inside. The rubber creates a good seal in the housing, even if the housing has suffered minor damage or is not in its best condition for other reasons. The RST version has a dust lip. These types are often chosen to replace a type with a metal outer case because they are easier to install and can cope with minor damage to the groove, such as scratches.
The valve cover gasket plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the engine by preventing oil leaks and maintaining proper lubrication. It ensures that the engine remains free from oil leaks, contributing to its overall efficiency and reliability. A high-quality valve cover gasket is essential for preserving the proper functioning of the engine and protecting it from potential damage due to oil leakage.
Offering a much more superior temperature resistance, polyacrylate seals are perfect for applications such as high surface speed oil. Benefits include:
What is an Oil Seal?
Bauerle and Bruhnke7 found that aeration reduces the effect of oil additives on fluoroelastomer properties. Some of their data is reproduced in Fig. 14.4,5 showing the effect of aeration of an SF-grade 5W30 oil on the retention of elongation of a VDF/HFP copolymer (FKM-E430), a VDF/HFP/TFE terpolymer (FKM-B600), and a VDF/PMVE/TFE fluoroelastomer (FKM-GFLT). The HFP-containing polymers show much better retention of properties with aeration.
Case study 2: Silicone oil leakage