Not all mechanical seals are made of a single piece of material. Filled PTFE seals, for instance, feature an inner core and an outer jacket. The outer jacket is made of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), but the inner jacket is made of … Read More

Oil seals play an important role in engines, hydraulic systems, pumps, gearboxes and machinery. They are designed to prevent lubricants or other oils from leaking out of parts while also preventing dirt and debris from entering parts. Shafts, for instance, … Read More

Oil seals play an important role in many machines and industrial equipment. Oil is commonly used as a lubricant. It reduces friction so that machinery parts can move more smoothly and with less resistance. Leaks, however, can result in the … Read More

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