This is often the material of choice for the oil industry due to the extensive temperature range the material can sustain. Benefits include:
- Remove the mounting sleeve.
Oil Seal Manufacturing: Processes and Considerations
Oil seal size
Rotary Wheel Of Auto Parts
-80 °C to + 200 °C
In addition to its excellent temperature resistance, it is also resistant to ozone, light, and weather conditions. Silicone can be typically found in the food and medical industry as well as in hydraulics and pneumatics. It is often the preferred material for o-rings, moulded parts and flat seals but is also commonly used for electric insulators due to the material’s translucency and flexibility.
ERIKS also supplies the types GR and GRST. These are virtually identical to the types R and RST, except in this case the metal inner ring is also completely encased in rubber. ERIKS uses FKM rubber here as standard, so these seals are ideal for use in acidic environments.