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Piston Seals

A piston seal is a part that is typically used in pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment to provide a seal between the piston and the cylinder. Its primary purpose is to keep liquids or gases from seeping through the space between the cylinder and the piston. In order to guarantee appropriate system operation, piston seals are made to offer dependable sealing performance.

Piston seals are usually comprised of elastomeric materials such as rubber or polymer. Depending on the demands of the design and the many applications, they can have a variety of shapes and structures. O-shaped, square, V-shaped, and U-shaped piston seal shapes are frequently seen. To guarantee sealing contact, these sealing rings can be positioned in the cylinder’s grooves or on the piston.

Symmetrical Rod Seal

Symmetrical XNBR Rod Seals

The symmetrical design of Symmetrical XNBR Rod Seals means they can be used on piston rods that move in both directions, regardless of the direction of the seal. And due to its durability and symmetrical design, it is suitable for a variety of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, especially in environments that require high wear and tear resistance.

Pneumatic Piston Rod Seals 2

Pneumatic Piston Rod Seals

Pneumatic Piston Rod Seals are rubber seals used in pneumatic equipment to ensure sealing between the piston rod and sealing chamber. They meet ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ASTM, DIN, and ANSI certification standards. They provide effective sealing, prevent leakage, and can withstand high pressure and temperature changes. Furthermore, they can be customized with rubber materials for specific working environments and applications. They can withstand various chemicals and can be applied to various pneumatic equipment. Pneumatic Piston Rod Seals also prevent contamination, adjust pressure, and absorb shocks. They also protect the environment by reducing liquid or gas leakage.

Air Compressor Piston Rings

Air Compressor AEM Piston Rings

Air compressor AEM piston rings refer to a specific type of piston rings used in air compressors. A piston ring is a component located in an engine or compressor piston whose primary function is to seal the combustion chamber or compression chamber.

Brake Caliper HNBR Piston Seal

HNBR Brake Caliper Piston Seal Kit

HNBR Brake Caliper Piston Seal Kit is a brake caliper piston seal kit. HNBR has excellent oil resistance, heat resistance and chemical corrosion resistance. It uses a sealing ring made of HNBR material. It has good sealing performance and durability and can be used during braking requirements to withstand high temperatures and pressures in the system.

Piston Seal

Pneumatic Piston Seal

Pneumatic piston seal is critical to the proper functioning of the cylinder. Piston seals prevent fluid from bypassing the piston, which would otherwise reduce the pressure differential across the piston, thereby reducing the force available to the cylinder to perform its work. There are generally two types of sealing elements commonly used in cylinders, one is a compression seal and the other is a pneumatic seal.

NBR piston seals

NBR Piston Seals For Cylinder

The piston seal is a key component in the cylinder. Its function is to prevent liquid or gas from leaking from the high-pressure side to the low-pressure side of the cylinder, thereby ensuring the normal operation and sealing effect of the cylinder. NBR Piston Seals for Cylinder usually consist of one or more types of NBR sealing rings, including O-rings, V-rings, X-rings, etc.

Hydraulic Y Type Piston Seals

Hydraulic Y Type FKM Piston Seals

Hydraulic Y Type FKM Piston Seals adopt a Y-shaped cross-section design, which provides better sealing effect and has better adaptability to changes in hydraulic pressure and temperature. Its Y-shaped cross-sectional shape allows the seal to better cooperate with the piston and cylinder, providing a more reliable sealing effect.

Cylinder Piston Seal

Cylinder Piston Seals

Cylinder piston seals are important for the proper functioning of the cylinder. The seal prevents fluid from bypassing the piston, which would otherwise reduce the pressure differential across it, thereby reducing the force available to the cylinder to do its job. Installing an anti-wear sealing ring on the cylinder piston can increase the guidance of the cylinder, reduce the wear of the cylinder piston seal, and thereby reduce frictional resistance.

NBR Frame Nailer Piston Bumpe

NBR frame nailer piston bumper

The NBR frame nailer piston bumper is a rubber component used in frame nailers to provide cushioning and shock absorption during the nailing process. It is made of soft, wear-resistant material and is certified under various standards, including ROHS, REACH, ISO 9001, ASTM, and ANSI. Its main function is to absorb and distribute impact energy, protect the nail gun parts, and enhance safety. It is suitable for various materials and can reduce operator fatigue and increase productivity.

A typical sealing tool used in sealing applications between the piston and the cylinder to stop liquid or gas leaks is the piston seal.

 

Sort

There are numerous varieties of piston seals, such as O-ring seals, V-shaped seals, U-shaped seals, two-way seals, etc. To accommodate various application circumstances and sealing needs, each kind has a unique construction and operating principle.

O-ring closure

One of the most popular kinds of piston seals is the O-ring. It offers superior sealing performance in both static and dynamic applications thanks to its round cross-section. O-rings are simple to install and replace and come in a range of media and temperature ranges.

Shaped seal

With a U-shaped cross-section, the U-shaped seal can offer superior compression resistance and sealing performance. It is frequently employed to stop liquid or gas leaks in high-pressure pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

V-shaped seal

A V-shaped seal has a V-shaped cross-section and is also referred to as a V-ring or V-shaped packing. It is appropriate for sealing applications under high pressure and high temperature circumstances because of its broad sealing contact area and superior sealing performance.

Dual-phase sealing

Typically, bidirectional seals are made up of two symmetrical sealing parts that work together to simultaneously seal the piston on both sides. Applications like bi-directional hydraulic cylinders that need to be protected against piston leakage in both directions can employ this kind of seal.

Seal made of pneumatics

Piston seals made specifically for use in pneumatic systems are known as pneumatic seals. To handle higher working pressures and high-speed pneumatic movements, they typically employ unique materials and constructions.

 

Substances

Elastic materials with strong wear resistance, chemical corrosion resistance, and high temperature resistance, such as polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), nitrile rubber (NBR), and fluorine rubber (FKM), are typically used in piston seals. The right material selection is influenced by a number of variables, including the operating temperature, media, and sealing environment.

Excellent sealing materials with outstanding chemical, high temperature, and oil resistance include fluorine rubber (FKM) Viton. It is frequently employed in applications requiring high temperatures and chemical resistance for piston sealing.

Rubber Butadiene Nitrile (NBR) A popular and reasonably priced sealing material with good abrasion and oil resistance is nitrile butadiene rubber. It is appropriate for piston sealing in low- to medium-temperature environments as well as general industrial applications.

Rubber butyl (IIR)

One material that has good gas and liquid barrier qualities is butyl rubber. It is frequently utilized in piston sealing applications to stop liquid leaks and gas penetration.

PTFE, or polytetrafluoroethylene

PTFE is a temperature- and chemical-resistant substance with minimal friction. When corrosion resistance and high temperature sealing are necessary, it is frequently employed in piston sealing applications.

Polyurethane (PU)

Strong and resilient, polyurethane has excellent sealing qualities and is long-lasting. It works well in high-pressure hydraulic systems for piston sealing.

Rubber silicone (VMQ)

Silicone rubber is a great material for high temperature sealing and piston sealing in electronic equipment because of its exceptional electrical insulation and high temperature resistance.

 

Organization

One or more sealing rings, which can be mounted on the piston or in the seal seat, are typically found in piston seals. Sealing performance and durability are guaranteed by the sealing ring’s shape and structural design.

The structural designs of piston seals frequently change depending on the demands of a certain application and sealing performance standards. A thorough explanation of a few typical piston seal structures is provided below

Rubber silicone (VMQ)

Silicone rubber is a great material for high temperature sealing and piston sealing in electronic equipment because of its exceptional electrical insulation and high temperature resistance.

Single sealing ring

This is the simplest piston seal structure, consisting of a complete sealing ring. The sealing ring can be installed directly on the piston or in the seal seat, providing one-way or two-way sealing function.

Double body sealing ring

Double-body sealing rings consist of two half-rings and can be installed on the piston or in the seal seat. This structure can achieve better sealing effect and pressure resistance, and is suitable for high-pressure sealing applications.

Rubber-based sealing ring

Typically, elastomeric sealing rings are made of a metal spring with an elastic covering over it. To guarantee sealing performance, the spring applies pressure to bring the sealing ring and piston or sealing seat into close contact. Applications involving dynamic sealing and high-speed piston motion are appropriate for this construction.

Adhesive tape

A strip of seal that encircles the piston or is contained within the seal seat is called a sealing tape. Typically, it is composed of flexible materials that offer improved sealing performance and a greater sealing contact area.

Combined seals

rings, V-shaped seals, and U-shaped seals are a few examples of the various sealing elements that are combined to create composite seal structures. Depending on certain sealing needs, this structure can offer a more thorough sealing solution andworking conditions.

 

Performance in sealing

The primary purpose of a piston seal is to keep gas or liquid from leaking out while maintaining steady sealing performance. Sealing performance evaluation indicators include wear resistance, pressure resistance, and sealing efficiency.

 

Areas of application

In many different industrial domains, including automotive engines, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic cylinders, air cylinders, and hydraulic systems, piston seals are extensively utilized. Its primary duties are to guarantee the system’s regular operation and lower the possibility of leaks.

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