
Picking Your Mechanical Seal
Seals are vital to the functionality of any pump - but how do you pick a seal? Seals are vital to the functionality of any pump - but how do you pick a seal?
April 29, 2018
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The C-Series Seal Kit is a replacement kit for centrifugal c-series pumps. The seal kit in a centrifugal pump should be replaced approximately once a year, or when leaking or a decrease in efficiency occurs. How often you should replace your seal kit depends on the application and the frequency you use your pump. The D seal centrifugal pumps require a Mechanical Seal Kit. The DG Seal Kit fits C114, C216, C,218, and C328 pumps fitted with a DG seal (this is not a conversion kit) and includes a ceramic seat that protects the backplate from wear and tear. The C-Series Ultimate Kit is a complete service kit for centrifugal pumps with a D seal that have been in service for over a year. C+Series Seal Kits are available here.
Buna-N elastomers are an economical option that will handle most food, dairy, beverage, and sanitary services. It has good acid and alkali resistance and is good for vegetable oil service. Rated for temperatures from -40° F to 180° F.
EPDM is resistant to most products in the food industry, including ozone and radiation. They are not resistant to organic and non-organic fats and oils. Rated for temperatures from -40°F to 302°F.
Viton® is particularly well suited for hot fatty oil products. The temperature range is 0°F to 400°F under continuous duty, however, it can handle up to 600°F for short periods of time. Rated for temperatures from -2° F to 450° F (short term to 600° F).
These are replacement seal kits for C-series centrifugal pumps. They fit pumps manufactured by the following companies.
No manual available for download.