What is a Type 21 seal?

The Type 21, a general purpose seal, has become an industry standard with OEM designers. Made of stainless steel, it provides a service range well beyond that which is possible with comparably priced seals of other metallurgical construction.

What are the types of shaft seal?

What are the main types of pump shaft seals?

  • Packing. Packing (also known as shaft packing or gland packing) consists of a soft material, which is often braided or formed into rings.
  • Lip seals.
  • Double seals.
  • Tandem seals.
  • Cartridge seals.
  • Gas barrier seals.

Which are the three basic types of mechanical seals used in pumps?

The most common seal types include the following: Balanced seals. Unbalanced seals. Pusher seals.

Is shaft seal the same as mechanical seal?

Oil or Rotary shaft seals are vulnerable to extreme temperatures, which can cause them to wear out faster if they are used in very high or low temperatures. A mechanical seal features stationary elements, rotating components and a spring.

How do I choose a pump seal?

When selecting the seal’s material of construction, be sure to consider the following characterstics of the material:

  1. Temperature constraints.
  2. Chemical resistance properties.
  3. Flexibility.
  4. Wear resistance.
  5. Thermal expansion and conductivity properties.

How many types of seal are there?

There are 32 species, or types, of seals on the planet.

What are the different types of mechanical seals?

Seals come in various forms which include single springs pump seals, compressor seals, multi-spring seal designs, metal bellows seals, mixer and agitators seals, and single and double cartridge seals.

What is a pump shaft seal?

A pump shaft seal works on the rotating shaft were it passes through the non-rotating housing parts. The pump shaft seal allows the rotating shaft to enter the ‘wet’ area of the pump without leaking fluids.

How do you size a mechanical seal?

On the back side of the “seal head” (the end which fits towards the “spring”), measure the inside diameter. This will determine the seal size diameter – which is either the shaft size or the sleeve size that the seal fits over. The front side of the seal usually has a black carbon face.

What is a mechanical seal in a pump?

Mechanical seals are leakage control devices, which are found on rotating equipment such as pumps and mixers to prevent the leakage of liquids and gases from escaping into the environment.

How many different seals are there?

How Many Types of Seals Are There? There are 33 living seal species in three families.

What types of seals are available for pump shafts?

Available with a wide range of seal faces including: Carbon, Silicon Carbide, and Tungsten Carbide. The elastomers available include Viton, Nitrile (Buna-N), and EPDM. Other face materials and elastomers available on request. Mechanical Seals for Pump shafts provide the best possible seal for a rotating shaft. ASP T-21 mechanical seals. .

Where can I get a mechanical seal for my T21?

ASP T-21 mechanical seals. . If you need a seal you don’t see listed here call us at 714-593-9780 American Seal & Packing. All Rights Reserved. Viton® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers.

What is the best mechanical seal for a rotating shaft?

Mechanical Seals for Pump shafts provide the best possible seal for a rotating shaft. ASP T-21 mechanical seals. . If you need a seal you don’t see listed here call us at 714-593-9780 American Seal & Packing. All Rights Reserved. Viton® is a registered trademark of DuPont Performance Elastomers.

What is a Type 21 hard face?

The Type 21 (Type 31 Hard Face) is an all purpose seal which rotates with the shaft against a stationary mating face. The Type 21 features mechanically crimped components eliminating the use of adhesives. Hexagonal torque drive reduces elastomer stress by distributing torque forces over the greatest possible area.