The metal case is the exterior (or frame) of the oil seal, the principal function of which is to give rigidity and strength to the seal. The material of the case must be selected depending on the environment where the seals are to be used. Often the metal case is covered by the same rubber material used in the sealing element, which also helps seal the exterior of the oil seal in the housing bore. Common case material types are:
An oil seal is designed to perform three major functions: to prevent lubricants from leaking outside the seal even under high pressure, to act as a barrier to retain the lubricating oil, and to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the unit.
In addition to the installation procedure, our specialists and suppliers would also like to draw your attention to some cases that occur around oil seals.
Clean sediment out of the sump with petrol and a stiff brush . Dry with a lint-free cloth.
Valve cover gaskets are typically made from a variety of materials, including rubber, silicone, and fiber reinforced materialsA more comprehensive study of aeration by Dinzburg8 showed that even a minimal level of aeration of an aggressive European SF oil led to protection of a VDF/HFP/TFE compound, but to severe deterioration of an HNBR compound. He notes that aeration increases the severity of aging in oil for silicone and acrylic elastomers, while decreasing the severity for FKM elastomers.
Another important feature of silicone rubber gaskets is their flexibility