What is the effect of sealing ring distortion on equipment performance

Sealing ring distortion has a significant adverse impact on equipment performance, mainly reflected in the following aspects:

First, the sealing performance is reduced

The main function of the seal ring is to provide an effective seal to prevent liquid or gas leakage. When the sealing ring is twisted, the contact between it and the connecting surface will become uneven, resulting in a gap. These gaps will not only reduce the sealing effect, but can also become a potential channel for leakage. In high pressure or high temperature environments, this problem may be more serious, and even lead to leakage accidents, resulting in waste of resources and environmental pollution, and may also pose a threat to equipment and personal safety.

Second, the sealing ring damage is accelerated

Distortion can also cause internal stress in the seal ring, accelerating its aging and damage. In the twisted state of the seal ring, its material will be subjected to uneven stretching and compression, resulting in a decline in material performance, thereby shortening the service life of the seal ring. In addition, the distortion may also cause the sealing ring to roll or further distort in the reciprocating state, aggravating its damage.

Third, the equipment performance is affected

The sealing failure and damage caused by the distortion of the sealing ring will directly affect the performance of the equipment. For example, in the automotive industry, if the transmission oil seal is distorted, it may cause oil leakage and threaten the engine life; In the hydraulic system, the sealing ring distortion will lead to pressure fluctuation, equipment response is slow, and even cause system failure; In chemical equipment, seal failure may cause toxic media leakage, resulting in serious safety accidents.

Fourth, operation and maintenance costs increased

Due to seal failure and damage caused by the distortion of the seal ring, the device may need to replace the seal ring frequently, which increases the cost of operation and maintenance. This includes not only the cost of the seal itself, but also the production loss caused by downtime due to the replacement of the seal.

V. Preventive measures

In order to avoid the adverse effects of sealing ring distortion, the following preventive measures can be taken:

When installing the seal ring, ensure that it is in uniform contact with the connecting surface to avoid twisting.

Regular inspection and maintenance of the sealing system, timely detection and replacement of aging or damaged seals.

Select the sealing ring material with good quality and elasticity to improve its torsional resistance and sealing performance.

Improve the machining precision of the sealing groove and reduce the eccentricity to ensure that the sealing ring has a reliable sealing and life.

The sealing ring distortion has many adverse effects on the performance of the equipment, so it is necessary to pay attention to the installation and maintenance of the sealing ring, and take effective preventive measures to reduce the risk of the sealing ring distortion.