Confused by all the sealing terms out there? Whether you’re sourcing parts or managing inventory, understanding seal terminology is key.
This glossary breaks down the most common terms, materials, size codes, and standards in industrial sealing. Bookmark it — your sealing cheat sheet starts here.
From O-rings and oil seals to PTFE backups and radial lips, this guide explains it all — clearly, quickly, and from a supplier’s perspective.
Common Seal Types
学期 | 説明 | Learn More |
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Oリング | Circular elastomer seal used in static/dynamic applications | O-Ring Basics |
オイルシール | Lip seal that retains oil in shafts | Oil Seal Guide |
Rotary Seal | Designed for rotating shafts and dynamic applications | ロータリーシャフトシール |
油圧シール | High-pressure seal in hydraulic cylinders and pumps | 油圧シールガイド |
Dust/Wiper Seal | Protects from contamination in pneumatic/hydraulic systems | Dust Seal Use |
Seal Material Glossary
材料 | プロパティ | 理想的な使用法 |
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NBR(ニトリル) | Oil resistant, cost-effective | General hydraulic & fuel |
FKM(バイトン®) | High temperature & chemical resistant | Automotive, aerospace |
EPDM | Excellent weather/ozone resistance | Outdoor, brake fluids |
シリコーン | Flexible, FDA-grade options | Food, pharma, dry heat |
PTFE | Chemically inert, extreme temp | Aggressive chemicals, steam |
➡️ See comparisons in our EPDM vs FKM Guide
Seal Size & Identification Terms
学期 | Meaning |
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ID(内径) | Inside diameter of the seal ring |
OD(外径) | Outside diameter, often matches housing bore |
CS (Cross Section) | Thickness of the ring |
TC / SC / TG4 | Common oil seal types based on lip and case design |
AS568 | Inch O-ring sizing standard |
DIN 3771 | Metric O-ring sizing standard |
Need help with sizing? Use our Seal Size Cross Reference.
Popular Standards & Certifications
標準 | What It Covers |
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AS568 | US inch O-ring sizes |
DIN 3760 | Oil seal standards |
ISO 3601 | O-ring tolerances and sizes |
FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 | Food-grade elastomers |
RoHS / REACH | Environmental compliance |
TS16949 / ISO9001 | Quality system certifications for OEMs |
We manufacture seals in compliance with all above standards upon request — custom specs available.
Bulk Sealing Terminology
学期 | 説明 |
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Bulk rubber seal | Large quantities of generic or customized seals for inventory stocking |
OEM seal | Seal manufactured according to original equipment specs |
Custom molded seal | Made from client-provided drawings or samples |
シールキット | Pre-packaged seals by type, size, or application |
Oring assortment | Mixed-size boxes for maintenance or repair use |
➡️ Explore our Oリングアソートキットガイド または Automotive Kits
結論
Understanding sealing terminology makes you a smarter buyer, engineer, and operator. Use this glossary to eliminate confusion and improve your seal selection confidence.
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