What factors affect the service life of Seal/Gasket, and how to extend its service life?
Publish Time: 2024-08-08
The service life of Seal/Gasket is affected by many factors.
First of all, the quality of the material is one of the key factors. Different materials have different properties, such as the aging resistance of rubber seals and the high temperature resistance of silicone seals. If materials of poor quality or unsuitable for the working environment are selected, Seal/Gasket may age, deform or lose elasticity prematurely, thus affecting the sealing effect and service life. The temperature and pressure in the working environment also have an important impact on its life. Excessive temperature may cause Seal/Gasket to soften, deform or even melt, while excessive pressure may cause the seal to be over-compressed and lose its resilience. In addition, the erosion of chemical substances is also a factor that cannot be ignored. If Seal/Gasket is exposed to corrosive chemical media, it may be corroded and damaged. For example, in the chemical industry, seals need to have good corrosion resistance.
In order to extend the service life of Seal/Gasket, the following measures can be taken. First, correctly select the right material, and fully consider factors such as the temperature, pressure, and chemical properties of the working environment. For example, choose high temperature resistant materials in high temperature environment, and choose corrosion resistant materials in the presence of corrosive media. Second, optimize the design of Seal/Gasket to ensure that its size is appropriate and it can be in a suitable compression state after installation, so as to ensure the sealing effect without excessive pressure. Third, do a good job of equipment maintenance and care, check the status of Seal/Gasket regularly, and replace damaged or aged seals in time. Fourth, during storage and transportation, pay attention to protecting Seal/Gasket to avoid it from adverse environmental factors such as direct sunlight, high temperature, and humidity. Fifth, during installation, strictly follow the correct method to avoid damage to Seal/Gasket due to improper installation. In short, by comprehensively considering various influencing factors and taking corresponding measures, the service life of Seal/Gasket can be effectively extended to ensure the sealing performance and normal operation of the equipment.
