An oil seal is basically a simple device, which is used to stop dirt, dust, water, and other contaminants from entering the shaft equipment. It is also known by other names like elastomeric lip seal, lip seal, shaft seal, or rotary shaft seal. The seal, while doing its job, helps retain the lubrication of a rotary shaft equipment. These seals are mainly used to protect the bearings used in a rotating shaft.
Materials Used to Make Oil Seals:
Oil seals can be made from a vast range of materials depending upon the application. Some common materials used to manufacture oil seals include:
Above mentioned are some materials used for manufacturing oil seals. Each material has its own set of pros and cons. Therefore, selection of materials should be made on the basis of the application. There are quite a variety of materials to choose from. If you find it tricky to select the right material for oil seals, you can always ask an expert. SSP Manufacturing, Inc. is one such expert in manufacturing oil seals in the USA. Please contact us by Phone: +1-888-238-7325 or email rrom@sspseals.com with any questions.
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