The Ultimate Industrial Sealing Glossary: Materials, Sizes, and Standards

industrial sealing glossary

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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
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
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
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
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
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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よくある質問

1. What’s the difference between an O-ring and oil seal?
O-rings are simple round seals; oil seals have lips for dynamic shaft sealing.
2. What is the most chemical-resistant sealing material?
PTFE is the gold standard for aggressive chemical resistance.
3. Do you provide seals with OEM part numbers?
Yes, we can cross-reference and produce OEM-equivalent seals — fast and accurate.
4. What’s the shelf life of rubber seals?
Typically 5 years in ideal storage; PTFE and silicone last longer.
5. Can I get FDA-certified seals for food applications?
Absolutely. We offer FDA-grade silicone and EPDM O-rings.
6. What are the most common O-ring size standards?
AS568 (inch) and ISO 3601 / DIN 3771 (metric) are globally used.
7. How can I find out what type of seal I have?
Send us the ID/OD/width and a photo — we’ll identify and match it.
8. What’s the best kit for workshop use?
おすすめ inch + metric assortment kits for repair or resupply.
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