6 Things about Oil Seals You Need to Know
Main lip The main lip is the most critical component of the seal.


Temperature - Just like pressure, the temperature that your oil seal will be operating in must be known so that you can choose one that can withstand the heat or cold. PTFE have the widest range of temperature, making them useful for machines who can see usage in extreme weather or elements.
High mileage oil addresses specific weaknesses in your engine that are related to old age. It’s like a healing ointment for overused engine parts.
The temperature within the oil seal environment is the main factor that dictates the composition of an oil seal. Generally, there is a range of set temperatures that are optimal for that material. If the operating environment is too cold, the seal may become brittle and, at high temperatures, the seal material may show increased elasticity and become leaky.
Common causes of oil seal failure
• Machining of lip surface (stable oil drip under pressure)
Engine Oil Seal:
The oil seal gets its structural stability from an interior metal ring which serves as an inner skeleton. The outer skin is made of a more flexible material like nitrile rubber or other materials based on the physical environment of the seal. A spring on the lip of the seal supports the lip and keeps the lubricant from leaking. The lip construction is what blocks contaminants from outside.
Indeed, when installing this oil seal, the oil sump must be installed using silicone seal. Removal of the old seal and oil sump is necessary, otherwise the oil seal cannot be fitted properly either. If these steps are not followed, leakage is inevitable.
