Even though it’s better than other materials in terms of toughness and wear time, it is preferably used in dry-running applications. The salient demerit of this material is its cost.
The most important function of an oil seal is to protect all types of sleeves, roller bearings, and balls located in the rotary shafts. These seals also prevent two fluids from mixing, such as water and oil.
If necessary, lever it gently with a broad screwdriver blade, but take care not to bend the flange or damage the head.
Oil seals are widely used as sealing devices for machines.
JTEKT's oil seals are described in our catalog, Oil Seals & O-Rings.
However, the catalog uses a large number of technical terms and is very long, so many people seem to have trouble handling it.
Therefore, this series of columns will summarize the following in order:
• The structure, functions, and types of oil seals
• How to select the right oil seal
• Handling of seals, and causes and countermeasures for oil seal failure
A: Existing molds: 30 days, depending on ordering quantity.
Material Code ISO 1629
Successful assembly first requires careful preparation. By following a few simple steps, you significantly increase the chances of a flawless assembly.
As earlier said, oil seals perform some functions that ensure the functionality of mechanical equipment and extend their lifespan. And how they do this is by retaining lubricants at all cost and not making them escape no matter how high the pressure of the machine is.
Look at the end of the sump. If you cannot see clearly whether you need to remove the engine, consult a car service manual or dealer.