How do spring energized seals work?

Use system pressure to create an additional sealing force between the jacket and the hardware. In this combination, the spring forces the seal lips against the gland and rod surfaces, while pressure assists the spring force. The result: virtual leak-free sealing, high reliability, longer asset life. When to Use Spring Energized Seals?

How does a seal work?

When the seal is installed into the seal cavity, the seal lips and spring energizer are deformed/compressed in radial direction. The spring energizes the jacket, providing resilience to lips (pushing the the seal lips out) and resulting in an effective sealing device in dynamic and static applications.

What is a helical spring energized seal?

The helical spring’s robust design makes it suitable for sealing applications under extreme pressure conditions, where maintaining a tight seal is critical. Spring energized seals are highly effective in static service applications where the seal remains stationary while the environment around it may change.

What are the benefits of spring energized seals?

One of the key advantages of spring energized seals is their ability to operate efficiently across a wide temperature range. The use of PTFE and other advanced polymers ensures that these seals can function in environments as cold as -320°F to as hot as 575°F.

What are seals used for?

The unique design of these seals allows them to maintain their sealing capabilities over a wide range of conditions, making them ideal for applications in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and oil and gas. In high-performance applications, the reliability of seals is crucial.

What are the design parameters of spring energized seals?

Basic design parameters of spring energized seals: Made from high-performance fluoroplastic compounds and engineered plastics that have outstanding physical and technical characteristics, but are rigid rather than flexible.