Industry Knowledge

Analysis of O-Ring damage

ABRASION

■Description

The seal is compressed to parallel, and the surface is abrased by the dust.

■Description

  • The seal has hackly surface

  • The seal is eroded by granular dust during initial application and manufacture

  • The groove of seal is subject to moving and poor design

  • Rapid increase or decrease of temperature

■Recommended improving method

Reduce friction by applying proper lubricant on the seal

Avoid installing the seal on the groove of poor design

Carefully select the manufacturer and know the source of the seal

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