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

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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

ภาคเรียน คำอธิบาย Learn More
โอริง Circular elastomer seal used in static/dynamic applications O-Ring Basics
ซีลน้ำมัน Lip seal that retains oil in shafts Oil Seal Guide
Rotary Seal Designed for rotating shafts and dynamic applications ซีลเพลาโรตารี
ซีลไฮดรอลิก High-pressure seal in hydraulic cylinders and pumps ไกด์ซีลไฮดรอลิก
Dust/Wiper Seal Protects from contamination in pneumatic/hydraulic systems Dust Seal Use

Seal Material Glossary

วัสดุ คุณสมบัติ การใช้งานที่เหมาะสม
NBR (ไนไตรล์) Oil resistant, cost-effective General hydraulic & fuel
เอฟเคเอ็ม (ไวตัน®) High temperature & chemical resistant Automotive, aerospace
อีพีดีเอ็ม Excellent weather/ozone resistance Outdoor, brake fluids
ซิลิโคน Flexible, FDA-grade options Food, pharma, dry heat
พีทีเอฟ Chemically inert, extreme temp Aggressive chemicals, steam

➡️ See comparisons in our EPDM vs FKM Guide


Seal Size & Identification Terms

ภาคเรียน Meaning
ID (เส้นผ่านศูนย์กลางภายใน) Inside diameter of the seal ring
OD (เส้นผ่านศูนย์กลางภายนอก) 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

มาตรฐาน 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

ภาคเรียน คำอธิบาย
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
ชุดซีล Pre-packaged seals by type, size, or application
Oring assortment Mixed-size boxes for maintenance or repair use

➡️ Explore our คู่มือชุดอุปกรณ์ O-Ring หรือ Automotive Kits


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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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ผู้คนยังถาม

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?
เราขอแนะนำ inch + metric assortment kits for repair or resupply.
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