HOW DO YOU IDENTIFY MECHANICAL SEALS?
With a variety of mechanical seals available, it becomes necessary to understand the different types. Repairing or replacing a seal is possible only when you can identify the type and purpose of the product. A company that manufactures pumps designs seals works as per the model and application. Hence, one seal might not work in pumps from the same company due to differences in structure. Usually, manufacturing companies mark codes and numbers on the parts, but over time, due to continuous usage, the part wears out, and markings fade away. In such situations, if you know details of the components, you might still be able to identify the seal type. Read more ...