Seals are available in a variety of elastomeric materials, two of the most popular being silicone and fluorosilicone. Both materials can stretch and return to their original shape. Silicone and fluorosilicone seals, however, have distinct advantages that set them apart … Read More

When shopping for lip seals, you may come across single and double lip seals. All lip seals are ring-shaped seals that protect against leaks. They are commonly used around rotating shafts where they fill the open space and prevent fluids … Read More

Mechanical seals are often categorized according to the material from which they are made. Silicone seals are made of silicone, whereas polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) seals are made of PTFE. While some seals are made entirely of PTFE, however, others are made … Read More

Fluorosilicone is a common material used in the construction of O-rings. It’s essentially a hybrid of the materials silicone and fluoroelastomer. These two synthetic materials are blended together to form a new material known as fluorosilicone with improved properties. What … Read More

Seals play an important role in many machines. Machines often have fluid- or gas passages. As the fluid or gas heats up, it will become pressurized. To prevent leaks, mechanical seals such as O-rings are placed around the mating surfaces … Read More