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Mechanical Seals Troubleshooting-Blistering (part 9) |
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Written by Administrator
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Saturday, 20 September 2008 07:14 |
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from Chesterton
Posted 3-29-04 SEAL FACE BLISTER-CARBON SEAL FACE BLISTER-SILICON CARBIDE
SYMPTOMS:
- Blistering of the seal face CAUSES:
- Using carbon seal faces in oil (all types)
- Exceeding the limits of the material
- Flashing FAILURE MODES:
- Seal face incompatibility
- Exceeded limits (speed, temperature, pressure)
- Misapplication SOLUTIONS:
- Use SC/TC face combination in oils
- Operate within seal limits
- Insure seal face lubrication
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 21 September 2008 09:13 )
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