4. Install the Oil Seal
What are Oil Seals and how should they be ordered?


With the vast options of rotary shaft seals available it can be difficult to understand them and choose the correct seal for your machines. That is why are experts in Dublin and Cork are on hand to pick the right style, material, and size of the oil seal you need. Contact us today your seal specialist by email or by phone in Dublin on (0)1 427 7900 or in Cork on (0)21 500 355.
When choosing a type of oil seal, it is important to consider factors such as environment, shaft speed and pressure of your machine, temperature, and the type of materials the seal will interact with during use. These considerations will ensure that you choose a compatible oil seal for your particular machinery and help you select the right color, size, and lip material or sealing element.
Like any element of the engine, oil seals are subject to wear. Over time they can lead to possible leaks of lubricating liquid.
Common lip materials available for use in our oil seals include:
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hard rubber gasket. They can be compressed between two surfaces without losing their sealing properties, ensuring a leak-free connection. This feature is crucial in applications where a consistent and reliable seal is critical for the proper functioning of equipment.
Silicone Oil Seals - Designed to absorb lubricants in order to lessen wear and friction, silicone rotary shafts also offer high thermal resistance and a large temperature range. But, they do not handle abrasions well or interact with oxidized oils.
As type C with dust lip
How are Oil Seals made?