Material
PTFE
16 articles referencing this material.
- Technical ArticlesO-Ring Groove Design — Squeeze, Fill, Elongation and Back-Up RingsO-ring groove design with dimension tables: squeeze, groove fill and stretch targets for piston, rod and face seals to ISO 3601, AS568 and JIS B 2401.10 min · Updated 2026-10-08
- Product FocusNOK Oil Seals — Profiles and Material OptionsTechnical engineering reference to NOK rotary shaft seals: SC, SB, TC, TB, VC, KB, TCJ and HRE profiles, ISO 6194 / JIS / JASO equivalents, lip compound codes (A727, T303, S728, F585), shaft and housing design data, run-out limits and failure diagnosis.16 min · Updated 2026-08-13
- Product FocusSKF Industrial Seals — range, types and replacement guideAn engineer's map of the SKF industrial seals range: power transmission, hydraulic, fluid handling and machined seals, plus materials, design data and how to cross-reference replacements.11 min · Updated 2026-08-13
- Technical ArticlesSakagami Seal Installation InstructionsStep-by-step installation method for Sakagami packings, ST/STK and SMJ seals, rotary joints, SDR/SCK/SCB/SDB wipers, S-LEEVE bearings and KCS/YCS/PCS cushion seals.9 min · Updated 2026-08-13
- MaterialsPiston Ring Coatings — Selection, Thickness and Failure ModesEngineering reference to piston and sealing ring coatings: hard chromium, chrome–ceramic, molybdenum and HVOF carbide sprays, DLC, PTFE films and phosphate conversions — with hardness, temperature limits, dimensional effects and selection by service condition.9 min · Updated 2026-08-12
- Technical ArticlesJapanese Industrial Seals: Finding Replacements for NOK, Sakagami and Machine Tool SealsHow to identify and replace Japanese oil seals and hydraulic packings — NOK type codes, Sakagami profiles, JIS glands, machine tool seals and what evidence we need.11 min · Updated 2026-08-11
- GeneralPrototype seals and rapid sealing solutionsPrototype seals, custom O-rings, CNC machined sealing components, PTFE parts and rapid manufacturing for engineering development, testing and low-volume production.11 min · Updated 2026-08-10
- GeneralSealpool: the SKF years, independence in 2002, and the seal rangeSealparts was part of the Sealpool group, acquired by SKF in 2000 and independent again from March 2002. A summary of the Sealpool hydraulic seal range: piston seals, rod seals, wipers, guide rings, spring-activated seals, O-rings and back-up rings.6 min · Updated 2026-08-08
- Engineering Q&AO-Ring Storage, Shelf Life and HandlingHow long O-rings last in storage by material, correct storage conditions, why rings must never be hung or stretched, what white blooming means, and safe handling at the point of fitting.6 min · Updated 2026-08-08
- GeneralWhat We KnowAn evolving index of sealing knowledge accumulated by Sealparts since 1980 — from leather seals and hand drawings to modern hydraulic, pneumatic, Japanese and prototype sealing technology.24 min · Updated 2026-08-07
- GeneralPrototype seals, bearing rings and O-ringsHow prototype seals, guide and bearing rings and custom O-rings are defined, tested and progressed into production samples, pilot batches and small-batch supply.9 min · Updated 2026-08-06
- GeneralWhere to Buy Sakagami Seals in EuropeBuy genuine Sakagami hydraulic and pneumatic seals in Europe from Sealparts Ltd, authorised distributor. Part numbers, catalogue PDF, materials and EU delivery.6 min · Updated 2026-08-06
- MaterialsPTFE Seal Materials — Accofluor Grade ReferenceReference guide to Accofluor PTFE and engineering-plastic seal grades: virgin and TFM PTFE, carbon, graphite, glass, bronze and Ekonol fills, PEEK, POM, PET and PUR, with EU-FCM and FDA food-contact listings and grade selection guidance.8 min · Updated 2026-08-06
- GeneralBefore Selecting a Seal, Interrogate the ApplicationThe Sealparts Seal Application Interrogation Tool — a structured method for interrogating a sealing application before selecting a seal. Covers function, hardware, operating conditions, media, environment, failure evidence, regulation, tooling, tariffs, country of origin, geopolitical risk and supply continuity.18 min · Updated 2026-07-26
- GeneralHow to Specify and Buy a Seal for a New ApplicationA 25-step engineering and commercial guide for OEMs specifying a new seal — from NDA, application data and material selection through to tooling ownership, IP, country of origin, spares strategy and long-term supply.22 min · Updated 2026-07-24
- Product FocusSakagami Profiles — Complete SummaryOne-page summary of every Sakagami Seisakusho seal profile: hydraulic, pneumatic, dust seals, wear rings and accessories with material, pressure, speed and temperature ratings.5 min · Updated 2026-07-23