Tag: sizing

Rotary Shaft Seals vs. Oil Seals: Selection Guide for Industrial Applications

Summary Introduction “Rotary shaft seal,” “lip seal,” and “oil seal” are three names for essentially the same component, and the terminology overlap causes more confusion during sourcing than the parts themselves ever cause in service. This guide clarifies what these seals actually are, how they differ from static o-rings and hydraulic cylinder seals, and how […]

O-Ring Size Guide: How to Measure, Identify, and Order the Right Size Every Time

Summary Introduction An o-ring looks simple: a rubber loop with a round cross-section. But ordering the correct replacement depends on getting three numbers exactly right, and those numbers can be surprisingly easy to misread from a worn sample, a partial part number, or a faded drawing. This guide walks through the dimensions that define every […]

O-Ring Size Guide: How to Measure, Identify, and Order the Right Size Every Time

Summary Introduction An o-ring looks simple: a rubber loop with a round cross-section. But ordering the correct replacement depends on getting three numbers exactly right, and those numbers can be surprisingly easy to misread from a worn sample, a partial part number, or a faded drawing. This guide walks through the dimensions that define every […]