Help with Metal Ring Seals specifications:
Seal Type and Shape
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| Spring-Energized | Spring-energized seals consist of a plastic jacket, flange, and elastic core. Plastic jackets are more ductile than flanges. Elastic cores include a closely wound helical spring whose coils have a specific compression resistance. During compression, pressure forces the plastic jacket to yield and ensures positive contact with the flange’s sealing faces. Each coil of the helical spring acts independently, allowing the seal to conform to the flange’s surface irregularities. | ||
| O-Ring | O-Rings have an O-shaped or circular cross-section. They are used as secondary seals and gaskets. | ||
| C-Ring | C-Rings are fully vented O-Rings that are self-energizing under pressure. Typically, C-Rings are interchangeable with O-Rings of the same free height. | ||
| E-Ring | E-rings have an E-shaped cross-section. | ||
| U-Ring / V-Ring | U-Rings have a U-shaped cross-section and V-Rings have a V-shaped cross-section. Because of their geometries, U-Rings and V-Rings are often regarded as one type. These robust seals are able to withstand a wide range of pressures and temperatures. | ||
| W-Ring | W-Rings have a W-shaped cross-section. | ||
| Wedge | Wedge seals consist of a simple metallic chamfer ring. | ||
| Specialized or Other | Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary metal ring seal. | ||
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| Shape | |||
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| Round | Seals are round. | ||
| Rectangular / Square | Seals are rectangular or square. | ||
| Oblong / Oval | Seals are oblong or oval. Oblong seals are similar to round or square seals, but slightly elongated in one direction. Oval seals are egg-shaped. | ||
| Specialized or Other | Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary seal shape. | ||
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Performance Specifications
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| Temperature | The operating temperature is the range of ambient temperatures at which metal ring seals continue to function properly without permanent changes to their sealing properties. | ||
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| Cryogenic Application | Seals are suitable for cryogenic applications. Cryogenic denotes low temperatures (approximately below -200°C) in which gases are in a liquid phase. | ||
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| Pressure | This is the range of pressures under which seals are designed to operate. | ||
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| Vacuum Application | Seals are suitable for use in vacuum applications where the environmental pressure is less than atmospheric pressure. | ||
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Physical Specifications
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| Outside Diameter | This is the outside diameter of the seal. | ||
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| Length | This is the largest outside dimension of square, rectangular, oval, or oblong seals. | ||
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| Material | |||
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| Aluminum | Aluminum is a bluish and silver-white metallic element that is malleable, ductile, light, and trivalent. Aluminum provides good electrical and thermal conductivity, high reflectivity, and oxidation resistance. | ||
| Copper | Copper is a common reddish metallic element that is ductile and malleable. Copper is one of the best conductors of heat and electricity. | ||
| Nickel / Nickel-Based Alloy | Nickel is a metallic element and a component in many alloys. Nickel levels vary by application. | ||
| Stainless Steel | Stainless steel is chemical-resistant and corrosion-resistant. It can have relatively high pressure ratings. | ||
| Steel | Steel is a commercial iron that contains carbon as an essential alloying constituent in an amount up to approximately 1.7 percent. Steel is malleable under some conditions and is distinguished from cast iron by its malleability and lower carbon content. | ||
| Silver | Silver is a corrosion-resistant, metallic element used in alloys. | ||
| Titanium | Titanium is a light, strong, corrosion-resistant element that is widely used in the aerospace industry and medical applications. Alloys such as steel increase titanium's strength and oxidation resistance. | ||
| Specialized or Other | Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary material. | ||
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| Material Features | |||
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| Heat-Treated | Heat-treated seals are often age hardened or annealed. | ||
| Plated / Coated | Platings or coatings such as Teflon®, silver, or nickel can improve sealing capabilities. | ||
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Application / Industry
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| Aerospace | Seals are suitable for commercial and government aerospace applications. | ||
| Chemical & Processing | Seals are designed with a high degree of resistance to corrosive substances such as acids and solvents. | ||
| Piping and Valves | Seals are used in industrial piping and valves. | ||
| Power Generation | Seals are used in power generation applications. | ||
| Oil & Gas | Seals are rated for use with petrochemicals such as engine oil, gasoline, diesel, and specialized fuels. | ||
| MIL-SPEC | Seals are designed in accordance to military specifications. | ||
| Nuclear | Seals are suitable for use in nuclear applications. | ||
| Semiconductor | Seals are used in the high-performance sealing technologies of the semiconductor industry. | ||
| Specialized | Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary application or industry. | ||
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