To put it in generic terms, rubber seals are components used in various machinery for the purpose of preventing leakages, containing pressure and excluding contamination where two systems join. Available in different profiles such as O-ring, hydraulic, X-ring, square-cuts etc., these seals are made by manufacturers with the minutest attention to detail, ensuring these are fit for all static as well as dynamic applications. Rubber seals are one of the most common materials used, with applications spanning a wide range of industries.
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It wont be an exaggeration to say that these seals are an essential part of all industrial and commercial facilities. Rubber seals have been used since many centuries. Although the exact details about when these were first started being used widely remain sketchy, some references can still be found. Notable amongst them being the patent received by the inventor of O-ring on May 12, 1896 and by Danish born machinist Niels Christensen in 1891 for his invention of air brake system for streetcars (trams).
The usage of rubber seals continued to grow as years passed by, specifically increasing during world war 2. Afterwards, rubber seals continued to gain prominence, with increase in their usage being observed even now.
Application Areas of Rubber Seals
As mentioned above, various types of rubber seals are perfect for use in different sectors, these are used in
Application Areas of Rubber Seals
As mentioned above, various types of rubber seals are perfect for use in different sectors, these are used in
- Automotive Industry
- Aerospace And & Aircraft Industry
- Food & Beverages Sector
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Petrochemical Industry
- Home Appliances Sector
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Salient Features of Rubber Seals
- These are generally easy to make, with simple mounting procedures
- Most rubber seals are made in such a way so as to ensure these tolerate heavy duty usage. The seals can withstand thousands of psi of pressure
- These are resistant to weathering, i.e- can tolerate adverse weather conditions
- These are also fire and moisture resistant
- Rubber seals are flexible, have optimal longevity and require minimal maintenance
Common Manufacturing Processes of Rubber Seals
Rubber seals are manufactured through various types of methods, some common ones are mentioned below :
Rubber seals are manufactured through various types of methods, some common ones are mentioned below :
- Die Cutting
- Extrusion
- Injection Molding
- Transfer Molding
- Water Jet Cutting
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