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Seal fault diagnosis and troubleshooting: methods to solve common problems
Seals play a vital role in various mechanical equipment, but sometimes they may fail, affecting the normal operation of the equipment. This article will introduce the common seal fault diagnosis and troubleshooting methods to help you solve the problem in time to ensure the stable operation of the equipment.
- The seal leaks oil
Diagnosis method:
Check whether there is oil stain around the seal and confirm whether there is oil leakage.
Check the surface of the seal for obvious signs of damage or wear.
Elimination method:
If the leak is caused by surface wear of the seal, a new seal can be replaced.
If the seal is improperly installed or damaged, the seal should be reinstalled or replaced.
- Aging of seals
Diagnosis method:
Check whether the seal has hardening, deformation and other aging phenomena.
Observe whether the surface of the seal is cracked or bubbled.
Elimination method:
Replace the badly aged seals and select the appropriate materials and specifications.
Check the seals regularly and carry out necessary maintenance and replacement to extend the service life of the seals.
- The seal is loose
Diagnosis method:
Check whether the sealing part is loose.
Check for abnormal noise or vibration around the seal.
Elimination method:
Retighten loose seals and ensure secure installation.
Use appropriate tools and techniques to ensure that seals are properly installed to avoid failure due to loosening.
- The seal overheats
Diagnosis method:
Check whether the surface temperature of the seal increases abnormally during the operation of the device.
Check for overheating smells or fumes around the seals.
Elimination method:
Check that the cooling system of the equipment is working properly and ensure that the temperature around the seal is controlled within the appropriate range.
If the improper selection of sealing materials leads to overheating, the high temperature resistant sealing materials should be replaced.
Conclusion
The failure of seals may have a serious impact on the equipment, but through timely diagnosis and troubleshooting, equipment downtime and loss can be effectively avoided. The methods described above can help you solve common seal faults, ensure the stable operation of the equipment, and improve production efficiency.
