Hydraulic pump shaft oil seal

Hydraulic pump shaft oil seal is a rubber seal used to seal the hydraulic pump shaft from the external environment. It keeps outside impurities out of the pump and stops hydraulic oil leaks. It is mounted on the shaft of the hydraulic pump. The oil seal’s design and material choice are intended to safeguard the hydraulic pump’s regular operation and produce a dependable sealing effect. For longevity and high temperature resistance, this oil seal is composed of rubber that is resistant to oil. It ensures the dependability and effectiveness of the hydraulic pump by withstanding pressure and temperature in the hydraulic system and sliding to establish a seal with the pump shaft. By changing the oil seal, one may accomplish the rather easy installation and maintenance of the oil seal.

Technical data

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Material  NBR
Density 1.0–1.2 g/cm³
Hardness 50–90 Shore A
Tensile strength 5–25 MPa
Elongation at break 200 — 600%

Hydraulic pump shaft oil seal working conditions

  1. Temperature range: An oil seal on a hydraulic pump shaft must typically function correctly within a specific temperature range. The hydraulic system’s working circumstances and the type of oil seal material utilized determine the precise temperature range. In general, hydraulic pump shaft seals can withstand temperatures as low as below freezing and as high as several hundred degrees Celsius over their operational range.
  2. Pressure range: The working pressures encountered in hydraulic systems must be withstood by oil seals. Hydraulic systems may operate at pressures of several hundred, even thousand bars. The necessary pressure range must be considered in the design and material selection of oil seals in order to ensure efficient sealing performance.
  3. Speed range: The oil seal must also adjust to the hydraulic system’s working speed. Since hydraulic pumps in hydraulic systems often operate at a set speed, the oil seal must be able to keep an efficient seal while moving at a high speed, avoid leaks, and reduce friction.
  4. Fluid type: Hydraulic fluid or oil is typically sealed using a hydraulic pump shaft oil seal. Oil seals must be suitable for the kind of liquid being used and strong enough to endure the chemical makeup and characteristics of the liquid, including its viscosity, acidity, and alkalinity.
  5. Environmental factors: The state of the environment has an impact on the hydraulic pump shaft oil seal’s ability to function. For instance, the effectiveness and lifespan of the oil seal may be impacted by the working environment’s chemicals, dust, humidity, and other elements. Consequently, environmental factors and the necessary precautions must be considered in the design and material selection of oil seals.

What factors need to be considered when selecting materials for Hydraulic pump shaft oil seal?

  1. Properties of hydraulic oil: The choice of materials for oil seals is significantly influenced by the characteristics of the hydraulic oil used in hydraulic pumps. Certain kinds of hydraulic oil may react differently with materials, dissolving them or expanding them. To maintain the longevity and performance stability of the oil seal, materials must be used that are compatible with the hydraulic oil being used.
  2. Operating temperature: The oil seal material must be able to adjust to the necessary operating temperature range since the hydraulic pump will produce a certain temperature when it is functioning. In order to preserve its flexibility and sealing qualities, the material has to have a strong resilience to high temperatures. In addition, material qualities in low-temperature settings must be taken into account to provide flexibility and trustworthy sealing under low-temperature circumstances.
  3. Pressure and Speed: When choosing a material, it’s also crucial to take into account the pressure and speed at which a hydraulic pump works. In hydraulic systems, materials must be able to resist operating pressures in order to prevent oil seal failure. In order for the material to adjust to the high-speed rotating pump shaft, it must also possess adequate wear and abrasion resistance.
  4. Chemical resistance: Solvents, acids, alkalis, and other chemicals are just a few of the liquids and substances that hydraulic pumps may encounter. To avoid material degradation or leakage, the corrosion resistance of the material to these substances must be taken into account while deciding oil seal materials.
  5. Requirements for sealing performance: One of the most important elements is the hydraulic pump shaft oil seal’s sealing ability. Materials with strong sealing qualities must be used in accordance with the particular application requirements in order to guarantee that the hydraulic oil does not leak and to keep outside impurities out of the pump.

Advantage and function

  • Sealing role: The hydraulic pump shaft oil seal’s primary job is to effectively seal against hydraulic oil leaks. It is affixed to the hydraulic pump shaft and creates a sealing seal with the pump casing to stop oil leaks from the shaft into the surrounding environment.
  • Anti-pollution feature: It may keep impurities from the outside from getting inside the hydraulic pump. It keeps the hydraulic system clean and operating correctly by keeping dust, particles, moisture, and other impurities out of the pump.
  • Increased efficiency: The hydraulic system’s efficiency may be enhanced by the hydraulic pump shaft oil seal’s ability to effectively seal, which lowers internal leakage and energy loss in the hydraulic pump. It minimizes energy loss and guarantees that the hydraulic system’s fluid flows at the necessary pressure.
  • Increase the lifespan of the pump by protecting the bearings and shafts of the hydraulic pump and lowering friction and wear. It can increase the dependability and durability of equipment and prolong the service life of hydraulic pumps.
  • Oil-resistant rubber material used to make the hydraulic pump shaft oil seal has good anti-corrosion properties. It ensures the functionality and longevity of the oil seal by fending off attacks from chemicals and solvents included in hydraulic oil.
  • Adapt to various working circumstances: Depending on the needs of the application and the various working situations, different materials and designs can be used. It can adjust to different pressure, temperature, and speed settings to satisfy hydraulic system needs.