4. Improper Installation A timing belt that is not installed correctly can lead to misalignment and subsequent damage.
Oil seals are protective elements. They prevent the mixing of water and lubricants within a machine, thereby ensuring optimal machine functionality. Also, oil seals help to prevent lubricant leakage at high pressure like when the machine is working at an extremely high rate. Not only that, radial shaft seals stop foreign components from entering a machine. This is because they can contaminate the lubricant and even damage the machine.


EPDM oil seals are less common. They are used in solvent, hot water and steam applications, EPDM resists low temperatures down to -50 °C and UV radiation well. Some types of EPDM are also suitable for higher temperatures up to +150 °C. EPDM oil seals are usually available upon request.
Also known as a Rotary Shaft Seal, Shaft Seal, Lip Seal, Elastomeric Lip Seal or any variation of these. It is a simple device for excluding dust, dirt, water or any other contaminant whilst retaining lubricant in rotary shaft equipment. Generally, it has been developed as a means of protecting the bearings of rotating shafts.
Auto spark plugs are critical components in the ignition systems of internal combustion engines in vehicles. These plugs play a pivotal role in igniting the air-fuel mixture within the engine cylinders, initiating the combustion process that powers the vehicle. High-quality auto spark plugs are essential for ensuring efficient fuel combustion, optimal engine performance, and reduced emissions, directly impacting the overall efficiency and environmental impact of the vehicle.
Other important factors are ensuring the hardness and roughness of the shaft are correct. A shaft hardness of HRC 45 is recommended for a rubber sealing lip, with a roughness of Ra 0.4-0.8. A higher shaft hardness of HRC 60 and shaft roughness of Ra 0.1-0.4 is recommended for a PTFE lip.
Figure 2.10. Garter spring
-20 °C to + 130 °C
Oil Seals: Function & Maintenance
In this way, selecting the appropriate oil seal will lead to machine design that is economically superior!
Most ERIKS oil seals, such as the types M, MST, R and RST, are made of NBR as standard.
O-rings are the most commonly used seals as they provide incredible value – very affordable, versatile, and efficient. They are made with several elastomer materials as to the application they will be used for, so it’s important that you know the materials an o-ring is made of before purchase.