Industrial seals

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Though the scope has broadened, marketplace and a global distribution favourable ratio between our product Wear sleeves
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and marketing of rolling bearings, and services. Static seals

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SKF Industrial seals product structure Contents

Static Dynamic Special

applications applications applications

Radial shaft seals 6

Seals for Seals for Seals for Components for Sealing lip material overview 8
stationary reciprocating rotating special sealing
Small diameter radial shaft seals 10
surfaces components components arrangements
Seals of nitrile or fluoro rubber 12
Selection matrix 14
Seals of PTFE materials 16
Stroking movements Pulsating movements Contacting seals Non-contacting seals
Large diameter radial shaft seals 20
Seals with metal case 24
Fabric-reinforced seals 25
SKF Sealing
systems Metal-reinforced seals 26
Profiled Hydraulic Pneumatic Radial shaft Axial shaft Labyrinth
Flat seals and
seals seals seals seals seals seals
sealing All-rubber seals 27
solutions Permissible operating conditions 28
Cassette seals and shaft sealing units 32
Piston seals Other SKF radial shaft seal designs 36
O-rings and Piston seals or piston
Gaskets, units Small
washers
other
diameter Wear sleeves 40
moulded, Diaphragms V-ring seals
and other radial shaft
profiled
flat seals seals (SDS)
seals Rod seals Rod seals Axial shaft seals 42
V-ring seals 44
Metal-clad V-type sealing rings and axial clamp seals 46
Rod seals/ Seal units
Wiper seals Wiper units Mechanical seals 47
Large with bear-
diameter Mechanical ings or
Bellows
radial shaft seals other Hydraulic seals 48
Guide rings seals (LDS) engineered
and strips Wiper seals components Material overview 50
Piston seals 52
Selection matrix 64
Guide rings
and strips Rod seals 66
Cassette
seals
Selection matrix 78
= Covered in this brochure. Wiper seals 80
Cushion
seals For all other products, please contact
your SKF representative for further information. Selection matrix 90
Guides 92

Static seals 94

Product index 98

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Whenever a shaft rotates, it needs a bearing arrangement for smooth and effective
operation. Wherever there is a bearing, you will always find a seal helping it to
reach its maximum service life and reliability. The most common types of seals used

Radial shaft seals

in bearing arrangements, are radial shaft seals for use in general industrial applica-
tions with shaft diameters up to 200 mm or 8 inch respectively. The large diameter
seals, for shaft diameters above 200 mm, provide special features and are intended
for use in heavy and large-size engineering applications, which require either very
large or specially designed seals. In general terms, a radial shaft seal is a barrier
with four main functions:

1: Retaining a
3: Sealing under
d
the lubricant pressure

c
2: Separating two 4: Excluding dirt
different media and moisture

a: Radial shaft seal

b: Shaft
c: Bearing
d: Lubricant

On the following pages, the standard range of our radial shaft seals is presented,
with a short description of the main features for each seal type and design and
recommendations regarding selection and application. Obviously, in this publication,
it is not possible to cover all the technical aspects sufficiently for all individual
application requirements. Therefore, reference should be made in general to the
catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals”, where comprehensive, technical data for each
type and design can be found. For information about availability and delivery time
for the assortment of SKF radial shaft seals, please contact your nearest SKF repre-
sentative or authorized distributor.

CRW1

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In addition to seal design, the sealing lip material significantly contributes to seal
performance and reliability. To cater to the different demands of applications, SKF
seals are produced in a variety of sealing lip materials, see list below. These materials
have characteristics, individual properties, making them particularly suitable for
specific applications.
Radial shaft seals
Details about physical properties and the chemical resistance of the seal materials

Sealing lip material to various media encountered in operation will be found in the section “Chemical
resistance” in the catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals”.

overview Codes are used to identify the sealing lip material of SKF seals and are listed in the
table below. The codes also appear in the designations of the radial shaft seals. For
seals produced in a combination of materials, a combination of the code letters is
used, e.g. RV (nitrile rubber with fluoro rubber).

SKF sealing lip materials

Composition of basic material Designation according to Nominal operating temperature range

SKF IS0, ASTM

Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber R NBR –50 to +100 °C (– 60 to +210 °F)

(nitrile rubber)

Hydrogenated acrylonitrile- H HNBR – 30 to +150 °C (– 20 to +300 °F)

butadiene (Duratemp) rubber

Carboxylic-acrylonitrile-butadiene D XNBR – 50 to +100 °C (– 60 to +210 °F)

rubber (Duralip)

Fluoro rubber (LongLife) V FKM – 40 to +200 °C (– 40 to +390 °F)

Polytetrafluoroethylene T PTFE – 200 to +260 °C (– 330 to +500 °F)
Polyacrylate P PAK – 40 up to +150 °C (– 40 up to +300 °F)
Silicone rubber S SI – 70 up to +160 °C (– 100 up to +325 °F)

HDL, HMS5 RG, CRW1, CRWHA1, RDD13

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SKF small diameter radial shaft seals constitute the most common seals and
normally fit shaft diameters ranging from 3 to 200 mm or 0,125 to 8 inch
respectively. These contact seals are available in a large variety of designs and
types, made of different materials. They are intended for use in all industrial

Radial shaft seals segments.

This chapter presents the most commonly used small diameter radial shaft

Small diameter seals within the SKF range. Most of these seals conform to one of the designs
standardized in the international or national standards, for example ISO, ASTM,
DIN or JIS.

radial shaft seals In addition to the standard design seals presented on the following pages,
SKF also manufactures a wide range of customized designs. A comprehensive
selection of these customized seals is shown in chapter “Other SKF radial shaft
seal designs” on pages 36 to 39. In case of demand for any of these designs,
please contact your local SKF sales representative.

HMS5

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Small diameter radial shaft seals

of nitrile or fluoro rubber

Series HMS5 and HMSA10 Series HMS4, HMSA7 and CRS

Series HMS4 and HMSA7 are complementary designs to the new developed series
HMS5 and HMSA10 and are suitable as spare parts in older applications.

HMS4: Seal with rubber outside diameter, carbon steel reinforcement ring, HMS4
garter spring of carbon steel or stainless steel and straight-edged sealing lip.
HMSA7: Seal with rubber outside diameter, carbon steel reinforcement ring,
garter spring of carbon steel or stainless steel, straight-edged sealing lip and
HMS4 R HMSA7 R
a secondary, contacting (dust) lip.
HMSA10 RG HMSA10 V HMS5 RG HMS5 V HMSA7
Both seal designs are available either made of nitrile or fluoro rubber.

This new line of SKF radial shaft seals is Main material features of SKF 3243 are:
Detailed information about technical data, size range and recommendations about machining
designed in accordance with ISO 6194 and DIN
and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or on the SKF website
3760 for use in a wide range of applications Very good compatibility to synthetic oils
www.skf.com.
within all industrial areas, e.g. gearboxes. The Very good pumping ability
HMS5 rubber covered outside diameter provides opti- Good wear resistance
mised sealing ability in the housing, also at Good resistance against ageing
considerable surface roughness, thermal
expansion or a split housing. These seal types The pumping ability is defined by the time it
HMS4 V HMSA7 V
are also appropriate for sealing lubricants with takes for the seal to return a certain amount of
low viscosity or gaseous media. oil from the airside to the oil side. The shorter
HMSA 10
time the more effective is the seal to prevent
Specific features leakage. The microstructure of the SKF 3243
New optimised material compound compound is resulting in that the seal will
SKF radial shaft seals with steel shell are relatively easy to install and, provided the housing
Spring loaded and trimmed sealing lip instantly pump back the oil.
bore meets the accurate requirements, they will fit tightly and centrally in the housing bore.
Sealing lip and flex section optimally balanced
for lowest possible radial load on the shaft The complete range of series HMS5 and CRS1
CRS1: Radial shaft seal with straight-edged sealing lip, carbon steel garter spring and
Centring notches to secure a proper posi- HMSA10 is also available in a fluoro rubber
a steel shell.
tioning of the outside and inside diameters compound with a stainless garter spring.
CRSH1: Radial shaft seal of high stiffness with straight-edged sealing lip,
Beaded outside diameter for an improved Seals of fluoro rubber have the designation
carbon steel garter spring and a steel case, reinforced by an inner case.
sealing ability and to secure retention in the suffix V and are used in applications with CRS1 CRSA1
CRSA1: Radial shaft seal with straight-edged sealing lip, carbon steel garter spring,
housing as well as to prevent spring back temperatures and speeds beyond the limits
a contacting secondary (dust) lip and a steel case.
effect at assembly of nitrile rubber. CRSA1
CRSHA1: Radial shaft seal of high stiffness with straight-edged sealing lip,
Secondary (dust) lip of HMSA10 with
carbon steel garter spring, a contacting secondary (dust) lip and a steel case,
zero lip/shaft interference for extended Size range
reinforced by an inner case.
protection against contaminations The available size range of HMS5 and HMSA10
includes a full coverage of the ISO 6194 and
All CRS design radial shaft seals are stocked in a wide range of sizes. They are available
Material DIN 3760 dimensions up to 250 mm shaft
either made of nitrile or fluoro rubber. CRSH1
The new nitrile rubber compound (SKF 3243) sizes.
is a result of long experience and the latest
Detailed information about technical data, size range and recommendations about machining
findings from the SKF seal material develop-
and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or on the SKF website
ments. Seals in this compound have the desig-
CRSH1 CRSHA1 www.skf.com.
nation suffix RG.
CRSHA1

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Small diameter radial shaft seals

of nitrile or fluoro rubber

Low-friction Waveseal© series Seals with Waveseal© pressure profile

CRW1 CRWH1 CRWA1 CRWHA1 CRW5 CRWA5

SKF low-friction Waveseal series is designed for CRWH1: Radial shaft seal of high stiffness Seals with Waveseal© pressure profile are SKF seals with Waveseal© pressure profile seal-
a very wide range of applications. These long- with Waveseal sealing lip, carbon steel garter designed for applications where pressure ing lips are only partially available from stock,
lasting seals with reduced heat generation are spring, steel case reinforced by an inner case, differential across the seal is higher than but can be delivered to short notice.
easy to install and provide a firm and accurate and Bore-Tite coated outside diameter. normal. They are easy to install and provide a
CRW1 seating in the housing bore. Primarily intended CRWA1: Radial shaft seal with Waveseal CRW5
firm and accurate seating in the housing bore. Note: Where there is a pressure differential
for lubricant retention. Seals in the CRWA1 and sealing lip, carbon steel garter spring, Primarily intended for lubricant retention, but across the seal, the seal should be axially
CRWHA1 design are equipped with a secondary a non-contacting secondary lip, steel case, the CRWA5 design is equipped with a non- secured in the housing bore.
lip to exclude dust and light contamination. and Bore-Tite coated outside diameter. contacting secondary lip to exclude dust and
CRWHA1: Radial shaft seal of high stiffness light contamination. For information about Bore-Tite,
These low-friction Waveseal types are available with Waveseal sealing lip, carbon steel garter please see page 14.
CRWH1 CRWA5
made of either nitrile rubber or fluoro rubber spring, a non-contacting secondary lip, steel CRW5: Radial shaft seal with Waveseal
and are stocked in a wide range of sizes. case reinforced by an inner case, and Bore- pressure profile sealing lip, carbon steel Detailed information about technical data, size
Tite coated outside diameter. garter spring, metal case, and Bore-Tite range and recommendations about machining
Seals with a Waveseal sealing lip are coated on coated outside diameter. and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF
the outside diameter with Bore-Tite, a non- Detailed information about technical data, size CRWA5: Radial shaft seal with Waveseal Industrial shaft seals” or on the SKF website
CRWA1 hardening, water-based polyacrylate sealant, range and recommendations about machining pressure profile sealing lip, carbon steel www.skf.com.
which helps to fill out small imperfections in and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF garter spring, a non-contacting secondary
the housing bore. Industrial shaft seals” or on the SKF website lip, steel case, and Bore-Tite coated outside
www.skf.com. diameter.
CRW1: Radial shaft seal with Waveseal seal-
ing lip, carbon steel garter spring, steel case,
CRWHA1 and Bore-Tite coated outside diameter.

Conventional SKF Waveseal

sealing lip with with sinusoidal
straight edge edge

oil side air side oil side air side

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Small diameter radial shaft seals of PTFE materials

PTFE radial shaft seals with metal case All-PTFE radial shaft seals

SKF radial shaft seals of series RD with sealing lip(s) made of PTFE are protected by a metal SKF radial shaft seals series RDD, made purely of PTFE without a metal case, are intended
case and one or two additional inner cases. They are designed to withstand aggressive envi- for the use in the food industry and withstand aggressive environments, temperatures below
ronments, high temperatures, high pressures and dry running of the sealing lip(s). –40 °C (–40 °F), high pressures and dry running of the sealing lip(s). An O-ring is installed
in the groove of the outside diameter surface to provide excellent static sealing ability.
These PTFE radial shaft seals of RD design are available in several variants. The metal case The O-ring material can be chosen to meet the operating conditions.
can be made from aluminium, carbon steel or stainless steel. For the sealing lips different
PTFE compounds are used, including materials, which fulfill US Food and Drug RDD design seals have the same nominal dimensions and the same technical specifications
RD10 RD11 RDD13
Administration regulations. as seals in the RD design with a metal case, which enables them to be installed in the same
housings.
RDD13
The nominal dimensions of the PTFE radial shaft seals are in accordance with ISO
6194/1:1982 and DIN 3760-1996, which enables them e.g. to replace traditional radial PTFE radial shaft seals of RDD design are manufactured on demand and can be delivered
shaft seals in existing applications. with short notice.

RD radial shaft seals are manufactured by SKF on demand and can be delivered with short Detailed information about technical data, possible size range and recommendations about
notice. machining and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or on the RDD14
SKF website www.skf.com.
Detailed information about technical data, possible size range and recommendations about
machining and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or on the
RD30 RD60 SKF website www.skf.com. RDD14 RDD15

RDD15

RD10 RD11 RD30 RD60

RD70 RD71

RD70 RD71

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Small diameter radial shaft seals, selection matrix

This matrix can only provide a rough guide and the final seal selection should only
be made after a more detailed examination of sealing properties with respect to the
actual operating conditions and environment. If several seal designs and materials Design Suitability
are shown together then the ratings apply to the specified design/material.
Case Sealing lip Secondary lip Seating conditions Pressure Operating conditions Media
Signs and symbols: (outside diameter) differential
+++ Very well suited (very good) R Nitrile rubber

< 14 m/s (< 2 755 ft/min)

> 14 m/s (> 2 755 ft/min)

++ Well suited (good) V Fluoro rubber

Moderate particulate
< 100 °C (< 210 °F)

> 100 °C (> 210 °F)

+ Suitable (normal)

B = non-contacting

Coaxiality deviation
Thermal expansion

Ease of installation
Split housing bore

Heavy particulate

Aggressive media
outside diameter
– Less suitable (satisfactory)

A = contacting

Rough surface

Sliding speeds

Sliding speeds

contamination

contamination
Housing bore/

Temperatures

Temperatures
– – Unsuitable (poor)

counterface
(Plastomer)

Sealing lip/
Elastomer

Material

Tight fit

Runout

Grease
Design
Steel
Seals types

Oil
– RG, V normal RG, V B (HMSA10) +++ +++ +++ +++ ++ ++ + + – + V + + +++ +++ +++ +++ ++
HMS5 HMSA10
HMSA10 (V)

HMS4 HMSA7 – R, V normal R, V A (HMSA7) ++ ++ ++ ++ + ++ + + – + V + + ++ +++ ++ + ++

HMSA7 (V)

CRW1 CRWH1 + – Wave- R, V – +++ + – –– + ++ +++ ++ + + V + + ++ +++ + + ++

Bore-Tite seal CRWH (V)

CRWA1 CRWHA1 + – Wave- R, V – +++ + – –– + ++ +++ ++ + + V + + ++ +++ ++ + ++

Bore-Tite seal CRWHA (V)

CRW5 CRWA5 + – Wave- R, V B (CRWA5) ++ + – –– + ++ +++ ++ + + V + + ++ +++ + + ++

Bore-Tite seal (V)

+ – normal R, V – +++ – – –– + + – + – + V + + + ++ + + ++
CRS1 CRSH1
CRSH (V)

+ – normal R, V A +++ – – –– + + – + – + V + + + ++ ++ + ++
CRSA1 CRSHA1
CRSHA (V)

+ – special PTFE – ++ – – – + ++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ + + +++ +++ – +++ +++
RD10 RD30 RD60

+ – special PTFE B (RD11, RD71) ++ – – – + ++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ + + +++ +++ RD11 +++ +++
RD11 RD70 RD71
RD71

– PTFE special PTFE – ++ ++ ++ – – ++ +++ +++ +++ +++ +++ + + +++ +++ – +++ +++
RDD13 RDD14 RDD15
1) 1) 1)

1) together with a separate static seal

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Heavy and large-size engineering applications such as metallurgical works, rolling mills, mining and
construction, pulp and paper, wind energy or forestry provide a challenging environment for radial shaft
seals. Operating in a wide range of speeds, temperatures, and environmental conditions radial shaft seals
are supposed to reliably retain lubricants while preventing any contamination from entering into the

Radial shaft seals interior.

Generally, radial shaft seals for shaft diameters larger than 200 mm or 8 inch are known as large diameter

Large diameter radial shaft seals. These large diameter radial shaft seals are available from SKF in a variety of heavy-
duty styles, configurations and materials:

radial shaft seals Seals with metal case

Fabric-reinforced seals
Metal-reinforced seals
All-rubber seals

The excellent performance of SKF large diameter seals can be exploit in different ways depending on the
requirements and make them indispensable in many areas. They are frequently used in the applications
listed below. Other areas of usage include plastic calenders, grinding mills, drive spindles of rolling mills,
hoisting equipment, rotary tables of drilling rigs or all other large-size installations.

As a general recommendation, these different designs are suitable in applications as follows:

Applications
Wire rod rolling mills Hot strip rolling mills Several rolling mills Special machinery:
Light section rolling mills Hot plate rolling mills Heavy and large machinery crushers, shredders,
Heavy and large machinery Cold rolling mills Large industrial gearboxes bailers
Seal designs Large industrial gearboxes Large industrial gearboxes

General purpose Grease retention, Oil lubrication, High deviation from

water and scale exclusion high-speed application coaxiality and runout
(>25 m/s, 4 290 ft/min)
HDS7 1 3 1 1

HDL 2 1 3 3

HDS1,2,3 3 1 1 1

HDS4, HDS6 2 2 3 2

SBF, HSF 3 1 1 1

3 – Very well suited, 2 – Well suited, 1 – Suitable

HDS7

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Large diameter radial shaft seals

Seals with metal case

SKF heavy-duty seals in the HDS series are designed with a metal case and one sealing lip.
They are the most commonly used large diameter radial shaft seals for general-purpose
applications. In order to meet the varying demands of the wide application field of these
HDS series seals, the elastomeric body and sealing lip can be made of different materials: HDS1

nitrile rubber (NBR)

hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR)
HDS1 HDS2
carboxylic-acrcrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (XNBR)
fluoro rubber (FKM)
HDS7 HDL HDLA

HDS1: Heavy-duty seal with robust metal case. Body and sealing lip are made of NBR,
SKF extra performance heavy-duty seals in The HDL seals incorporate a stainless steel
as standard. The stainless steel garter spring is mounted in a “Spring-Lock” groove, which
the HDS7 design are especially developed for garter spring that is entrapped by individual
encloses some 270º of the spring and keeps the spring in position even under difficult
grease lubricated applications and provide finger springs around the entire circumference
installation conditions.
enhanced exclusion capabilities. They consist of the seal, which are made of stainless steel.
HDS7 HDS2: Heavy-duty seal with robust metal case. Body and sealing lip are made of NBR, HDS2
of a robust metal case, an elastomeric body and This spring combination enables the seal to
as standard. The stainless steel garter spring is mounted in a “Spring-Lock” groove and
a low-friction sealing lip without garter spring. perform efficiently with a minimum of friction
additionally protected against contamination by “Spring Kover”, a flexible cover of elas-
The increased ability of the HDS7 seals to and wear for a long-lasting service life.
tomeric material. The use of HDS2 seals is recommended, where blind installations may
retain grease and to exclude contamination
HDS3 increase the risk of spring displacement or the spring is subjected to dirt, water or other
make them suitable for applications where SKF seals in the HDL design are available with
aggressive media.
protection is required e.g. against water or scale. sealing lips made of
HDS3: Heavy-duty seal with robust metal case equipped with adjustable spacer lugs.
Body and sealing lip are made of XNBR, as standard. The stainless steel garter spring is
The HDS7 seals are manufactured by SKF on nitrile rubber (NBR)
mounted in a “Spring-Lock” groove and additionally protected against contamination by
demand, optionally made of carboxylic-acrcrylonitrile-butadiene rubber
“Spring Kover”.
(XNBR)
nitrile rubber (NBR) fluoro rubber (FKM)
Short information about permissible operating conditions is shown in the table on pages 28
hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR) HDS3
and 29. For detailed technical data, recommendations about machining and installation as
carboxylic-acrcrylonitrile-butadiene rubber The premium heavy duty seals in the HDLA
well as for information about available sizes, please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft
(XNBR) design are equipped with a non-contacting
seals” or the SKF website www.skf.com.
secondary (dust) sealing lip.
Short information about permissible operating
conditions is given in the table on pages 28 Brief information about permissible operating
HDL and 29. For detailed technical information and conditions is given in the table on pages 28
recommendations about machining and instal- and 29. For detailed technical data, recommen-
lation, please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial dations about machining and installation as
shaft seals" or the SKF website www.skf.com. well as for information about available sizes,
please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft
SKF premium class heavy-duty seals in the seals" or the SKF website www.skf.com.
HDLA HDL design are intended for highly demanding
sealing arrangements, which have to withstand
severe operating conditions, including high
speeds and temperatures, high deviations in
runout, large misalignments and where service
life is a key operational parameter.

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Large diameter radial shaft seals

Seals with metal case Fabric-reinforced seals

SKF heavy-duty seals in the HDSA, HDSB and HDSC series are designed with a robust metal SKF large diameter radial shaft seals in the HSF series consist of a strong, flexible, fabric-
case and an auxiliary wedge-shaped sealing lip and are intended for highly demanding sealing reinforced rubber case, a conventional sealing lip made of nitrile rubber or fluoro rubber,
arrangements where axial space is insufficient for a second HDS seal. They are available on preloaded by a stainless steel garter spring that is positioned in a “Spring-Lock” groove.
demand, optionally made of different materials. HDSA2 These seals are available in solid as well as split design. They are intended for use in
HDSA: Seal with one conventional sealing lip and a stainless steel garter spring, positioned heavy-duty applications such as gear drives, propeller shafts, cold and hot rolling mills,
in a “Spring-Lock” groove (HDSA1) or positioned in a “Spring-Lock” groove and additionally pumps, pulp and paper machinery, etc.
protected by “Spring Kover” (HDSA2), respectively. The straight face of the auxiliary seal lip
HDSA2 HDSA1 HSF1 HSF2
is directed away from the primary sealing lip. HSF1: Split heavy-duty seal with one conventional sealing lip
HDSB: Same as HDSA design but the straight face of the auxiliary seal lip is directed towards HSF2: Split heavy-duty seal with one conventional sealing lip and lubrication grooves
HDSA1 HSF1
the primary sealing lip. in the back face
HDSC: Same as HDSA design but the auxiliary seal lip is arranged in front of the primary HSF3: Split heavy-duty seal with one conventional sealing lip a recessed back chamfer
sealing lip. and lubrication grooves in the back face
HSF4: Split heavy-duty seal with one conventional sealing lip and a contacting secondary
(dust) lip.
HDSB2 HSF5: As HSF1 seal but of solid design. HSF2
HSF6: As HSF2 seal but of solid design.
HSF7: As HSF3 seal but of solid design.
HSF8: As HSF4 seal but of solid design.
HSF9: Solid heavy-duty seal with a pressure profile sealing lip that withstands higher
HSF3 HSF4
pressure differences across the seal than the other solid HSF designs.
HDSB2 HDSB1 HDSC2 HDSC1 HDSB1 HDSC2 HDSC1 HSF3
Note: To attain optimum sealing performance, a retaining or end cover plate is necessary to
properly install and apply all HSF seal types. The plate creates an axial preload that ensures
SKF heavy-duty seals in the HDSD and HDSE designs are equipped with two conventional reliable static sealing performance of the seal. The plate should also be designed to avoid
sealing lips and provide highly efficient protection against liquids as well as coarse contami- seal distortion at assembly.
nations. These SKF heavy-duty seals with robust double metal case are available on demand,
optionally made of different materials. HDSE2 Short information about permissible operating conditions is given in the table on pages HSF4
30 and 31. For detailed technical data, recommendations about machining and installation
HDSD: Seal with two sealing lips facing in opposite directions. The stainless steel garter as well as for information about available sizes, please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial
springs are positioned in a “Spring-Lock” groove (HDSD1) or in a “Spring-Lock” groove shaft seals” or the SKF website www.skf.com.
HDSD2 HDSD1
and additionally protected by “Spring Kover” (HDSD2), respectively.
HDSE: Same as the HDSD design but with two sealing lips arranged in tandem.
HDSE1 HSF5

Note: When using an HDSD or an HDSE seal, it is very important to provide means to lubri-
cate the sealing elements, i.e. the cavity between the sealing elements may be packed with
grease or holes may be drilled from the outside diameter into the cavity between the lips.

Short information about permissible operating conditions is given in the table on pages 28 HDSD1 HSF8 HSF6
and 29. For detailed technical information and recommendations about machining and
installation, please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or the SKF website
www.skf.com.
HDSE2 HDSE1 HSF5 HSF6 HSF7 HSF8 HSF9

HDSD2 HSF9 HSF7

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Large diameter radial shaft seals

Metal-reinforced, rubber covered seals All-rubber seals

Large diameter seals in the SBF design have a rubber outside diameter, which is reinforced SKF all-rubber seals without reinforcement are equipped with a conventional sealing lip,
by a flexible ring or sheet steel that enables mounting without the use of a cover plate. The preloaded by a stainless steel garter spring. Due to the wide application field of these seals
SBF seal can be used as an upgrade to fabric-reinforced seals in many applications, either the elastomeric body and sealing lip can be made of different materials. These SKF seals,
they are grease or oil lubricated. SBF designated by the series designation HS, are available in solid as well as split designs for HS4
shaft diameters of 200 mm (8 inch) and above. They must be axially clamped
The SBF seals are equipped with a conventional sealing lip and a stainless steel garter in the housing bore by an end cover.
spring that is positioned in a “Spring-Lock groove”. They are available in both nitrile rubber
SBF HS5
and fluoro rubber. Split seals are very economical solutions, where downtime is critical and shaft removal is
impractical. These seals can simply be placed around the shaft and pushed into the housing
HS5
Short information about permissible operating conditions is shown in the table on pages 30 bore. Split seals perform best with grease or other high viscosity fluids. They are also suit-
and 31. For detailed technical data, recommendations about machining and installation as able for low viscosity fluids, provided that the seal is arranged vertically with the butt joint
well as for information about available sizes, please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft at the 12 o’clock position.
seals” or the SKF website www.skf.com.
HS4: Solid all-rubber seal with a spring-loaded conventional sealing lip. The stainless
steel garter spring is retained in a “Spring-Lock” groove, which keeps it in position even
under difficult installation conditions. Recommended for vertical and horizontal shafts.
HS5: As HS4 seal but additionally protected by “Spring Kover”, a flexible cover of
elastomeric material.
HS4 HS6: As HS4 seal but of split design.
HS7: As HS5 seal but of split design. Very easy to install, but with less sealing efficiency.
HS8: Split all-rubber seal with a spring-loaded conventional sealing lip. The stainless steel
garter spring is retained in a “Spring-Lock” groove, additionally protected by “Spring
Metal-reinforced large diameter seals in the HDS4 and HDS6 series are made of nitrile Kover” and equipped with a special spring connector. Provides the best sealing efficiency
rubber as standard and include a stiff L-type sheet steel reinforcement ring. Additionally of all split seals and is the preferred design for retaining low viscosity lubricants or
they are equipped with moulded spacer lugs of 12,7 mm (0,5 in) length, which can be excluding water when used on horizontal shafts.
trimmed or removed if necessary. HDS4
Short information about permissible operating conditions is shown in the table on pages
HDS4: Heavy-duty seal featuring a patented moulded-in garter spring which cannot be 30 and 31. For detailed technical data, recommendations about machining and installation
displaced even during difficult installations and provides superior oil sealing ability while as well as for information about available sizes, please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial
HDS4 HDS6
minimizing wear. shaft seals” or the SKF website www.skf.com.
HS6 HS7
HDS6: Heavy-duty seal without garter spring designed for grease retention and contami-
HDS6
nation exclusion.
HS6

Short information about permissible operating conditions is shown in the table on pages 30
and 31. For detailed technical data, recommendations about machining and installation as
well as for information about available sizes, please refer to catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft
seals” or the SKF website www.skf.com.
HS7

HS8

HS8

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Large diameter radial shaft seals,

permissible operating conditions for HDL, HDS and SBF seals

Standard design Other basic designs Material Operating temperature range Pressure Coaxiality Runout Maximum shaft Ease of Ability to seal low viscosity
(preferred design) code differential (Dynamic surface speed installation lubricants and exclude water
eccentricity
of shaft)
°C °F MPa (psi) mm (inch) mm (inch) m/s (ft /min)

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0,1 1,6 2,4 25 (>5 000) Excellent Highly effective exclusion of water
D –55 to +105 –65 to +225 (15) (0,062) (0,093) depending on the and particle contamination
HDS7 HDS6 HDS4 H –40 to +150 –40 to +300 operating conditions and excellent retention of grease.

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0,1 2,5 2,4 24 (>5 000) Good Excellent, including retention of light oils
H –40 to +150 –40 to +300 (15) (0,1) (0,093) 25 (>5 000) at high surface speeds and misalignment.
V –40 to +200 –40 to +400 35 (>7 000)
HDL HDLA

R –40 to +121 –40 to +250 0,1 1,5 2,4 25 (>5 000) Excellent Excellent for oil or grease retention.
V –40 to +204 –40 to +400 (15) (0,06) (0,093)

SBF

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0,1 1,6 2,4 25 (>5 000) HDS2, HDS3: Excellent for oil or grease retention.
D –55 to +105 –65 to +225 (15) (0,062) (0,093) Excellent
H –40 to +150 –40 to +300 HDS1:
V –40 to +205 –40 to +400 Good
HDS2 HDS1 HDS3

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0,1 1,6 2,4 25 (>5 000) Excellent to good, HDSA /B: Excellent for oil or grease retention
D –55 to +105 –65 to +225 (15) (0,062) (0,093) varies with with exclusion of light to moderate contamination.
H –40 to +150 –40 to +300 equipment design. HDSC: Good grease retention, increased
HDSA2 HDSA1 HDSB2 HDSB1 HDSC2 HDSC1 V –40 to +205 –40 to +400 protection against contamination.

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0,1 1,6 2,4 25 (>5 000) HDSD/SE2: HDSD: Excellent for oil or grease retention
D –55 to +105 –65 to +225 (15) (0,062) (0,093) Excellent with exclusion of light to moderate contamination
H –40 to +150 –40 to +300 HDSD/SE1: or separation of two media.
HDSE2 HDSE1 HDSD2 HDSD1 V –40 to +205 –40 to +400 Good HDSE: Good grease retention, increased
protection against contamination.

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Large diameter radial shaft seals,

permissible operating conditions for HS and HSF seals

Standard design Other basic designs Material Operating temperature range Pressure Coaxiality Runout Maximum shaft Ease of Ability to seal low viscosity
(preferred design) code differential (Dynamic surface speed installation lubricants and exclude water
eccentricity
of shaft)
°C °F MPa (psi) mm (inch) mm (inch) m/s (ft /min)

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 HS4: 0,07 (11) 1,6 2,4 HS4: 15 (3 000) HS4: Good HS4: Good
D –55 to +105 –65 to +225 HS5: 0,07 (11) (0,062) (0,093) HS5: 13 (2 500) HS5: Good HS5: Good
HS solid HS5 HS4 H –40 to +150 –40 to +300
V –40 to +205 –40 to +400

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0 1,6 2,4 HS6: 10 (2 000) HS6: Fair HS6, HS8: Good to excellent for oil
D –55 to +105 –65 to +225 (0,062) (0,093) HS7: 7,5 (1 500) HS7: Excellent or grease retention
H –40 to +150 –40 to +300 HS8: 10 (2 000) HS8: Good HS7: Good (grease only)
V –40 to +205 –40 to +400
HS split HS6

HS7 HS8

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0,03 1,5 2,4 15 (>3 000) Good to excellent Excellent
V –40 to +205 –40 to +400 (5) (0,06) (0,093) depending on the
operating conditions
HSF solid HSF5 HSF6 HSF7 HSF8 HSF9

R –40 to +120 –40 to +250 0 1,5 2,4 15 (>3 000) Fair to good Good to excellent
V –40 to +205 –40 to +400 (0,06) (0,093) depending on the depending on the
operating conditions available space
HSF split HSF1 HSF2 HSF3 HSF4 for mounting

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Product overview

Radial shaft seals Cassette seals and sealing units are intended for the use in heavy-duty applications
such as off-road vehicles, agricultural or similar construction machinery where

Cassette seals and environmental and operating conditions are harsh. These seals represent an increase
in the complexity of sealing technology, compared with standard sealing design.

The geometry of the cassette seals provides optimised protection against water,

shaft sealing units dust, and mud and other heavy contaminants. This improved protection is the result
of the special radial and axial sealing lips, unitised with axial and radial wear sleeves.
Cassette seals also eliminate the need to carry out shaft machining during
replacement.

SKF cassette seals and sealing units are tailored to the customer’s specific assembly
requirements as well as for the specific operating conditions.

MUD5

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Cassette seals and shaft sealing units

The MudBlock cassette seals Scotseal® wheel seals

MudBlock cassette seals are a new generation of radial shaft sealing units specifically Scotseal sealing units are customized sealing elements for lubricant retention and dirt exclu-
developed for heavy-duty applications in harsh environmental and at difficult operating sion in hub bearing arrangements, mainly for axles of commercial and off-road vehicles and
conditions. in gearboxes or differentials. These sealing units are available in three different designs:
MUD1 CLASSIC
SKF MudBlock cassette seals are customized sealing solutions: Scotseal Classic: Unitized, one-piece design sealing unit with one primary, spring-loaded
sealing lip and two secondary sealing lips of nitrile rubber (NBR), which rotate with the
with or without spring-loaded primary sealing lip shaft and seal against the inner diameter of the metallic case. This case has a Bore-Tite
MUD1 MUD2 SCOTSEAL
with one or more secondary sealing lips coated outer diameter and protects the sealing lips from being damaged during one-step
CLASSIC
with or without shaft wear sleeves mounting. Scotseal Classic sealing units are proven and economical solutions for heavy-
MUD2 LONGLIFE
with or without rubber covered outside surfaces duty automotive applications.

and can be made from a variety of elastomeric materials, including nitrile rubber (NBR), Scotseal Longlife: Unitized, one-piece design sealing unit with one primary, spring-loaded
polyacrylate elastomer (ACM), fluoro rubber (FKM) or other elastomeric compounds. sealing lip and three secondary sealing lips of hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR), which
rotate with the shaft and seal against the inner diameter of the metallic case. This case
The geometry of MudBlock cassette seals has been altered to provide excellent retention MUD3 has a Bore-Tite coated outer diameter and protects the sealing lips from being damaged PLUS XL
of either grease or oil and optimum protection against water and mud ingress. during one-step mounting. Scotseal Longlife sealing units are robust solutions with
excellent synthetic lubricant retention properties and high resistance to dirt ingress
SKF MudBlock cassette seals are manufactured on demand. For more detailed information even at high temperatures.
about technical data, size range and additional recommendations, please contact your local SCOTSEAL
SKF representative. LONGLIFE Scotseal Plus XL: The most advanced design of Scotseal sealing units. Unitized, one-piece
MUD4 seal with one primary spring-loaded sealing lip and three secondary contacting sealing
lips of hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR), which rotate with the housing. The outer
diameter of the metallic case and the bore diameter of the seal counter face are coated
with rubber. Scotseal Plus XL sealing units are robust solutions with excellent synthetic
lubricant retention properties and high resistance to dirt ingress even at high temperatures.
They enable easy mounting and require no installation tool.
MUD5
For more detailed information about technical data or size range, please contact your local
SKF representative.

SCOTSEAL
PLUS XL
MUD6

MUD7

MUD3 MUD4 MUD5 MUD6 MUD7

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Other SKF radial shaft seal designs

AHMS3 AL1 E3 F1 F2 CRWHA9 CRWHA11 CRWHA22

ALD1 ALH1 C1 D3 D5 D6 D7 D8 F3

SKF produces a large range of radial

shaft seals in special designs. This is a
selection from this range, applied in
general industry worldwide. In case of C8 CRSA3 CRSA2 CRSA4 FF1 FF2 FF3 FF4 FF9 G1
demand for any of these designs, your
SKF sales representative can give you
more information about technical data
and availability.

CRSA6 CRSA8 CRSA9 CRSH5 G2 G8 HD1 HD2 HD3 HDW1

CRSHA2 CRSHA8 CRW2 CRW3 CRW7 CRW79 HM1 HM3 HM4 HM8 HM11 HM12

CRW90 CRWA2 CRWA3 CRWA4 CRWA6 CRWA7 HM14 HM16 HM18 HM20 HM21 HM22

CRWA21 CRWA22 CRWA27 CRWA31 CRWA32 CRWA41 HM79 HM83 HMA1 HMA2 HMA3 HMA4

CRWA79 CRWA86 CRWAR5 CRWH2 CRWH3 CRWH4 HMA5 HMA6 HMA7 HMA8 HMA9 HMA10

CRWH6 CRWH19 CRWHA2 CRWHA3 CRWHA4 CRWHA5 HMA11 HMA14 HMA15 HMA16 HMA18 HMA21

CRWHA6 DH2 DL1 DS75 E1 E2 HMA22 HMA31 HMA73 HMA76 HMA84 HMA85

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Other SKF radial shaft seal designs

HMSA55 HMSA56 HMSA65 HMSA76 HMSA78 HMSA83

HMA90 HMA94 HMSA85 HMSA90 HMSA91 HMSA92 HMSA93 HMSA95

SKF produces a large range of radial

shaft seals in special designs. This is a
selection from this range, applied in
general industry worldwide. In case of HMA95 HMA101 HMS1 HMS2 HMSA96 HMSA122 HMSA124 HMSH1 HMSH3 HMSH4
demand for any of these designs, your
SKF sales representative can give you
more information about technical data
and availability.

HMS3 HMS4N HMS6 HMS9 HMSH12 HMSH22 HMSH78 HMSH87 HMSHA1 HMSHA3

HMS10 HMS11 HMS13 HMS14 HMS15 HMS17 HMSHA4 HMSHA16 HMSHA78 HMSHA83 HMSHA96 HMSW77

HMS22 HMS41 HMS83 HMSA1 HMSA2 HMSA3 HMSW87 HMSW90 HMSW108 P1 P2 SC

HMSA6 HMSA8 HMSA11 HMSA12 HMSA14 HMSA15 TL1 TL2 TL4 TL5 TL6 TL7

HMSA16 HMSA21 HMSA22 HMSA23 HMSA24 HMSA25 TL8 W1 W4 W5 W25 W27

HMSA26 HMSA27 HMSA28 HMSA29 HMSA30 HMSA31 W28 X1 X2 X3 X4 X9

HMSA32 HMSA33 HMSA35 HMSA36 HMSA41 HMSA45 X12 X13 X14 X15 XH15 23WP

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LDSLV SPEEDI-SLEEVE GOLD SPEEDI-SLEEVE

For radial shaft seals to perform efficiently, the condition of the counter face, i.e. shaft surface, is of
significant importance. If the counter face is worn or damaged, the seals will no longer be able to fulfil
their function; to retain lubricant and to exclude contaminants.

The SKF wear sleeves have been developed to solve the problem of worn seal counter faces at shaft

Wear sleeves ends and offer the possibility to repair these shafts the easy way. They are simply pushed over the
damaged surface enabling the shaft to be re-used within minutes and at a fraction of the cost of
traditional reworking. Depending on size, SKF wear sleeves are available in two different designs.

Speedi-Sleeve: Very thin-walled wear sleeve, which allows the same size of seal to be used as
the original one. The range of SKF Speedi-Sleeves comprises the standard Speedi-Sleeve for normal
operating conditions and the Speedi-Sleeve Gold for harsh operating conditions. They are available
for shaft diameters up to 200 mm or 8 inch respectively.
LDSLV: Wear sleeves for shaft diameters above 200 mm (8 inch) up to approximately 1 150 mm
(45 inch) with 2,4 mm wall thickness. Two designs are available on demand; the LDSLV3 sleeve
with a flange and the flangeless LDSLV4 sleeve.

Detailed information about technical data, size range and recommendations about machining and
installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals”, in the product brochure
“SPEEDI-SLEEVE®” or on the SKF website www.skf.com.

Speedi-Sleeve Gold
LDSLV3 LDSLV4

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Axial shaft seals

VR4 CT4 MVR1

Axial shaft seals are simple sealing elements and specifically suitable as secondary
seals in applications where otherwise the primary contacting or non-contacting
seals would be subjected to excessive quantities of contaminants.

Axial shaft seals are available from SKF as:

V-rings
Metal-clad V-type sealing rings and axial clamp seals
Mechanical seals

With the exception of axial clamp seals, axial shaft seals rotate with
the shaft and act as flingers. They tolerate small misalignments
of the shaft with respect to the counter face and also provide
reliable sealing if the shaft is out of round or rotates eccentrically.

HDDF

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V-ring seals

Series VR

V-ring seals are available in four standard designs and two large size heavy-duty designs.

VR1 design: Most common V-ring with normal cross section and straight backside face.
Available from stock for shaft diameters from 2,7 up to 2 020 mm (0,11 up to 80 inch). VR1
VR2 design: V-ring with normal low cross section and a tapered back face but wide body,
providing a very firm hold on the shaft. Available from stock for the most commonly used
shaft diameters, which range from 4,5 to 210 mm (0,18 to 8,3 inch).
VR1 VR2
VR3 design: Narrow low-section V-ring intended for the use in compact sealing arrange-
ments or labyrinth seals. Available from stock for shaft diameters in the range from 105
VR2
up to 2 010 mm (4,1 up to 80 inch).
VR4 design: Wide high-section V-ring designed as a secondary seal for heavy-duty
V-ring seals are unique all-rubber seals for V-ring seals are available in a large variety of
applications where the primary seal has to be protected against water and/or solid
rotary shafts. They are made entirely of rubber designs and sizes to fit the requirements of
contaminants. It permits the largest axial displacements. Available from stock in the
material and comprise a body and a conical most applications. V-rings are normally made
diameter range from 450 up to 2 010 mm (17,7 to 80 inch).
shaped sealing lip, which is joined to the body of nitrile rubber. For applications where higher
VR5 design: Wide low-section heavy-duty large diameter V-ring, which can be axially VR3
by means of a resilient “hinge”. temperatures occur or where aggressive media
located on the shaft using a standard clamping band. Primarily intended for large, high-
are present, V-rings made of fluoro rubber
speed applications, like rolling mills and paper mills. Detailed information on request.
V-rings are mounted on and rotate with the should be used.
VR6 design: Heavy-duty large diameter V-ring for extended axial displacements, which
shaft. The lip seals axially against a counter
VR3 VR4 can be axially located on the shaft using a standard clamping band. Primarily intended for
face, which is perpendicular to the shaft. The
large, high-speed applications, like rolling mills and paper mills. Detailed information on
body has an interference fit on the shaft and
request. VR4
holds the lip in position. V-rings can be stret-
ched out and fitted over a flange during instal-
Detailed information about V-rings in the VR1, VR2, VR3 and VR4 designs and about techni-
lation, which is a very valuable characteristic,
cal data, size range and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or
especially in the case of repair. They can opera-
on the SKF website www.skf.com.
te at sliding velocities up to 8 m/s. At velocities
above 8 up to 12 m/s the V-rings need to be
axially located.

VR5

VR5 VR6

Design VR1 VR2 VR3 VR4 VR5 VR6 VR6

min (mm) 2,7 4,5 105 450 300 300

max (mm) 2 020 210 2 010 2 010 2 010 2 010

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Metal-clad V-type sealing rings and axial clamp seals Mechanical seals

Series MVR and CT Series HDDF

Metal-clad V-type sealing rings act as flingers and protect primary seals against coarse Mechanical seals are designed for use under severe service conditions at relatively low
contaminants, dust and water spray, which considerably extends reliability and service life peripherical speeds. They offer reliable protection against solid and liquid contaminants as
of sealing arrangements. well as leak-proof retention of lubricants. These seals were originally developed for off-road
MVR1 vehicles but have been found to be equally suitable for a range of other applications where HDDF1
MVR metal-clad V-type sealing rings from SKF consist of a metal case, which house a body effective protection is required against sand, soil, mud, water etc.
and a conical shaped axial sealing lip of nitrile rubber. The corrosion-resistant metal case
protects the elastomeric sealing lip against mechanical effects from the outside. The seal has SKF mechanical seals carry the series designation HDDF and consist of two identical sealing
MVR1 MVR2 HDDF1
a tight fit on its seating and withstands speeds up to 12 m/s without auxiliary clamping rings and two similar Belleville washers (cup springs). The sealing rings are made of wear
devices. and corrosion resistant steel and have finely finished sliding and sealing surfaces. The
MVR2
Belleville washers of nitrile rubber provide the necessary uniform face loading and positive
MVR metal-clad V-type sealing rings are available for shaft diameters from 10 to 200 mm sealing at the bore and outside diameters.
and can be used at temperatures between –30 and +100 °C.
HDDF mechanical seals are available from 44 up to 1 616 bore diameter can be used
Detailed information about technical data, size range and recommendations about machining at temperatures between –30 and +100 °C and pressure differentials up to 0,2 MPa.
and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or on the SKF website The permissible velocity at continuous operation is up to 1,75 m/s and up to 4 m/s
www.skf.com. at brief periods.

Detailed information about technical data, size range and recommendations about machining
and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or on the SKF website
www.skf.com.

SKF axial clamp seals are designed for large and very large diameters. They do not rotate but
seal axially against a rotating counter face.

These CT design axial clamp seals are made of appropriately profiled strips of non-reinforced
nitrile rubber (NBR) and are held firmly in position by stainless steel screw-type clamps. Axial
clamp seals are available in the diameter range from 150 up to 4 600 mm (6 up to 181 inch)
and are produced in three different designs: Permissible operating conditions
CT1 CT3
Operating conditions Guideline values
CT1: Axial clamp seal with a flat face axial sealing lip. It permits an axial displacement with
respect to the counter face of +2,4 mm. CT1 Operating temperature, °C (°F)
CT3: Axial clamp seal with a flat face axial sealing lip but provided with annular grooves. continuous operation –50 to +100 (–60 to +210)
These grooves serve to trap contaminants, which may have started to penetrate the brief periods, maximum +120 (+250)
lip/counter face contact. CT3 axial clamp seals permit an axial displacement with respect to
the counter face of +4,8 mm. Peripheral speed, m/s (ft /min)
CT4: Axial clamp seal with flat sealing lip as for the CT1 design, but with an extra wide continuous operation up to 1,75 (345)
CT3
body, which has to held in position by two clamps. It permits an axial displacement with brief periods, maximum up to 4 (790)
respect to the counter face of +4,8 mm.
Pressure acting on seal, MPa (psi)
Detailed information about technical data, size range and recommendations about machining continuous operation up to 0,2 (30)
CT4
and installation can be found in catalogue “SKF Industrial shaft seals” or on the SKF website brief periods, maximum up to 0,35 (50)
www.skf.com.
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Hydraulic seals The main tasks of hydraulic seals are to retain hydraulic fluids, to exclude solid or liquid contaminations
and to maintain the hydraulic pressure. These tasks require a variety of different seal designs and appro-
priate accessories. To match all individual application requirements the SKF range of hydraulic seals
comprises:

Piston seals
Rod seals
Wiper seals
Guide rings and guide strips

Hydraulic cylinders also require static sealing solutions including O-rings and most often back-up rings.

Comprehensive technical product data can be found in our technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.

Besides hydraulic seals SKF also manufactures components for the use in pneumatic cylinders.
For additional information about these products, please contact your local SKF representative.

Cylinder tube
Cylinder bottom
Rod end
Piston Plain or rolling bearing
Wiper seal Guide ring

Rod

Static seal
Plain or rolling bearing Rod seal

Static seal Piston seal Guide ring Static seal

Hydraulic cylinder – Terminology

Hydraulic sealing system

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In addition to seal design, the seal material significantly contributes to seal perform-
ance and reliability. To cater for the different demands of applications, SKF seals are
produced in a variety of materials, see list below. These materials have characteris-
tics, individual properties, making them particularly suitable for specific applications.
Hydraulic seals
Codes are used to identify the seal material of SKF seals and are listed in the table

Material overview below. The codes also appear in some seal designations.

Details about physical properties and the chemical resistance of the seal materials
to various hydraulic fluids encountered in operation can be provided by your SKF
representative.

SKF hydraulic seal materials

Composition of basic material Designation according to Nominal operating temperature range

SKF IS0, ASTM

Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber N NBR –50 to +100 °C (–60 to +210 °F)

(nitrile rubber)

Hydrogenated acrylonitrile- HN HNBR –30 to +150 °C (–20 to +300 °F)

butadiene rubber

Fluoro rubber F FKM –40 to +200 °C (–40 to +390 °F)

Polytetrafluoroethylene PTFE PTFE –200 to +260 °C (–330 to +500 °F)

Polyurethane PUR PUR –40 to +110 °C (–40 to +230 °F)

Phenolic/fabric PF PF –60 to +130 °C (–80 to +270 °F)

Acetal resin A POM –30 to +100 °C (–20 to +210 °F)

CUT, GH, SIL, GR, PA, GA, SB, SCB

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Piston seal

Hydraulic seals Piston seal

Piston seals The basic demand on piston seals for hydraulic cylinders under the operating conditions, for which they
have been chosen, is to maintain a high level of sealing performance during their service life.

The choice of the type of piston seal is to a great extent depending on the way in which the cylinder
operates, i.e. in single-acting or double-acting operations. For a cylinder, which is exclusively single-
acting, it is always best to choose the type of seal designed to provide optimum sealing qualities for single-
acting functions with e.g. the thinnest possible lubrication film that can pass through the contact area
between the seal and the cylinder tube surface.

The best sealing capacity of a double-acting cylinder is achieved by choosing a double-acting seal.
A piston design where two single-acting seals on the piston for a double-acting cylinder are used can
easily give rise to a breakdown. The reason is that a very high pressure can be trapped between the seals.

In this publication, we present our range for both single- and double-acting piston seals with their main
design features and operating condition areas. For comprehensive technical data and recommendations
about the right choice of seal, as well as for information about machining and installation, please see
our technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.

CUT

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Piston seals

Double-acting piston seals

Double-acting piston seals in the GHT series are four-piece seals consisting of a central
slide ring, two support rings and one energizer. They are intended for use in hydraulic
cylinders for medium and heavy-duty applications and are available in different material
combinations to meet varying demands.

GHT-MD1: Piston seal with a slide ring made of a filled PTFE material, two support rings
of acetal resin (POM) and one energizer of nitrile rubber (NBR). It withstands temperatures
GHT-MD1
between –30 and +100 °C (–20 and +210 °F) at pressures up to 40 MPa (5 800 psi).
CUT Installation example
GHT-ND6: Piston seal consisting of a slide ring made of a filled PTFE material, two sup-
SKF double-acting piston seals type CUT consist The piston seal set type CUT has a range of port rings of polyamide (PA) and one energizer of hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR). It
of a step cut slide ring of polyamide (PA) and a advantages, providing users added value: withstands temperatures between –30 and +130 °C (–20 and +270 °F) at pressures up
rectangular energizer of nitrile rubber (NBR). to 40 MPa (5 800 psi).
The material of the slide ring provides low fric- fits in existing housing designs according to
tion even at high pressure and is very wear and ISO 7425-1 Detailed information about technical data, size range and installation can be found in catalogue
extrusion resistant. The design with a cut slide only two parts to mount “SKF Hydraulic seals” or on the SKF website www.skf.com.
ring provides a very simple assembly into a equilateral – cannot be mounted in wrong
closed housing groove. The energizer offers an direction
excellent static sealing ability in the seal housing split – no tool required GHT-ND6
groove. excellent in biodegradable oils

Type CUT is designed for use in heavy-duty Detailed information about technical data, size
hydraulic applications, mainly in double-acting range and installation can be found in Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
cylinders with pressures up to 50 MPa (short- catalogue “SKF Hydraulic seals” or on the SKF pressure velocity range
term 100 MPa) also at radial clearances of up website www.skf.com. MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
to 0,5 mm. Type CUT is also available in a spe-
cific material combination withstanding even
GHT-MD1 PTFE 40 2 –30 / +100
tougher operating conditions.
NBR, POM 5 800 395 –20 / +210

GHT-ND6 PTFE 40 2 –30 / +130

PA, HNBR 5 800 395 –20 / +270
Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
CUT

CUT PA, NBR 50 1 –30 / +110

7 250 200 –20 / +230

GHT-ND6

Installation example GHT-MD1

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Piston seals

Double-acting piston seals

Type URG is a double-acting piston seal consisting of a slide ring Double-acting piston seals in the M series are five-piece seals of symmetrical design, con-
of polyurethane and a square cut energizer of nitrile rubber. The sisting of a central sealing ring of nitrile rubber, support rings of a polyester elastomer and
slide ring has chamfered sealing edges to obtain optimal tightness well integrated guide rings of acetal resin.
and resistance to extrusion. Its notches in the radial face enable M
rapid reaction to changes in the pressure direction. Type M is the most common design with L-shaped guide rings and a smooth contact sealing
surface profile providing a good lubrication film. The central sealing ring of type MD has
Type URG is designed for medium-duty applications, e.g. earth- three sealing edges resulting in a thinner lubrication film. Type MD is appropriate in applica-
URG M
moving equipment, agricultural machinery and loading cranes. tions where a double-acting cylinder is used as a single-acting with one side of the piston
Installation example connected to the air. Both types are used in light- and medium-duty hydraulic applications
MD
(up to 25 MPa).

The shape of the guide rings of type M-R makes it possible to produce them with close
Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range tolerances and in a phenolic/fabric material that is suitable in applications with high
MPa m/s °C temperatures and heavy side loads. Type M-R withstands pressures up to 28 MPa.
psi ft /min °F
M-R

URG PUR, NBR 25 0,5 – 30 / +90

3 625 100 – 20 / +195
Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
MD pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
URG

M NBR, POM 25 0,5 – 30 / +100

3 625 100 – 20 / +210

MD NBR, POM 25 0,5 – 30 / +100

3 625 100 – 20 / +210

M-R NBR, POM 28 0,5 – 30 / +100

4 060 100 – 20 / +210

M-R

Installation example

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Piston seals

Series G and GL

All types of series G and GL consist of a dynamically sealing slide ring of PTFE or other Features and field of application of SKF slide ring seals
thermo-plastic materials and a static, elastomeric part, which also functions as an interfer-
GH Basic design, double-acting, chamfered edges at the dynamic outside diameter to reduce the risk of extrusion, notches to avoid
ence element. They are available in different designs and material combinations, all to meet pressure build-up between slide ring and energizer.
demands on low friction, small housing dimensions and a long service life. Main difference GH
G, GL Double-acting, sharp edges at the dynamic outside diameter and recommended for the use in light- or medium-duty hydraulic
between series G and GL is the slightly lower section of the slide ring of series GL. The basic cylinders, where impure media may occur.
design of series GL is made of unfilled PTFE, while the basic design of series G is made of a
GC, GLC Double-acting, chamfered edges at the dynamic outside diameter to reduce the risk of extrusion.
bronze-filled PTFE compound.
GH GG, GLG Double-acting, sharp edges at the dynamic outside diameter and a groove in the sliding surface for improved sealing ability.

The following table gives a first indication about the right choice of type for different GH-XX8 Double-acting, square cut energizer providing reduced pressure against the dynamic surface and increased static sealing ability.
GR
application demands. Comprehensive technical data and selection criteria can be found GN Double-acting, notches in both side faces, recommended for cylinders with rapid pressure changes.
in catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.
GR Double-acting, chamfered edges at the dynamic outside diameter, a groove in the sealing surface and notches in both side faces.
Additionally the slide ring has a radius on the static side for optimal function together with the O-ring type energizer.
Recommended for applications where additional rotating or slewing movements may occur.
Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature GS Single-acting, recommended for applications with high demands on sealing ability.
pressure velocity range GN
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F

Choice of material
GL, GLC, GLG PTFE, NBR 16 (160) 2 – 30 / +110
2 320 395 – 20 / +230 Medium Material Slide ring material O-ring
contact surface material
GS GC

GC, G, GG, GN, PTFE, NBR 25 (290) 2 – 30 / +110

GR GN Hydraulic oil Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PTFE + bronze NBR
GS, GH-XX8, 3 625 395 – 20 / +230
Lubrication oil Chromed surface, cast iron 2) PTFE + glass fibre NBR
GH, GR
(mineral oil based) 3) PE-UHMW NBR
Stainless steel, aluminium, 1) PTFE + carbon F
anodized or chromed bronze 2) PTFE + carbon fibre F
GL GG
3) PE-UHMW F
Water Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PTFE + carbon NBR
Water/glycol Chromed surface, cast iron, 2) PTFE + carbon fibre F
E
Water/oil stainless steel, aluminium, 3) PTFE + carbon NBR
emulsion anodized or chromed bronze 4) PE-UHMW F
GLC GH-XX8
Hot water /steam Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PTFE + carbon E
Chromed surface, cast iron, 2) PTFE + carbon fibre E
GS GC GG GH-XX8 G GL GLC GLG stainless steel, aluminium, 3) PTFE + carbon E
anodized or chromed bronze
Air, lubricated service Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PE-UHMW NBR
Air, non-lubricated Chromed surface, cast iron 2) PTFE + glass fibre NBR
service 3) PTFE + low-filled + colour NBR
GLG G
pigment, only lubricated service
Stainless steel, aluminium, 1) PE-UHMW NBR
anodized or chromed bronze 2) PTFE + carbon NBR
3) PTFE + carbon fibre NBR
4) PTFE + carbon NBR

More information on choice of material combinations can be found in our catalogue “SKF Hydraulic seals”.

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Piston seals

Double-acting piston seals Single-acting piston seals

Type A is a double-acting, compact piston seal consisting of a cen- Type SAARR is a single-acting piston seal, consisting of an asym-
tral sealing ring of nitrile rubber, two support rings of a polyester metric U-ring seal of polyetherurethane, an integrated support
elastomer and two integrated guide rings of acetal resin. ring of acetal resin and a retainer ring of acetal resin.

Suitable for medium- and heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders in earth- Type SAARR is the most effective seal for pistons in single-acting
moving equipment, agricultural machinery and standard cylinders, cylinders, also in cold conditions thanks to the polyetherurethane.
mostly as spare part for older hydraulic equipment. Example of applications are earthmoving equipment and agricultural
A SAARR
machinery.
Installation example Installation example

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F psi ft /min °F

A NBR, POM 40 0,5 – 30 / +100 SAARR PUR, POM 25 0,5 – 30 / +90

5 800 100 – 20 / +210 3 625 100 – 20 / +195

A SAARR

Type SA and SAW are single-acting, asymmetric U-ring seals of

polyetherurethane. Type SAW has an integrated guide ring of
acetal resin.

Both types are used in e.g. earthmoving equipment, support

cylinders and presses.

SA

Installation example

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature

pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
SA

SA PUR 25 0,5 – 30 / +90

3 625 100 – 20 / +195

SAW
SAW PUR, POM 25 0,5 – 30 / +90
3 625 100 – 20 / +195
SAW

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Piston seals

Single-acting piston seals Spring activated piston seals

Type SWRR consists of a compact sealing ring of nitrile rubber with fabric reinforcement, Seals of series SU are single-acting PTFE seals, preloaded by springs of stainless steel.
an integrated support ring of acetal resin and a retainer ring of acetal resin. They are used as dynamic seals at slowly rotating or reciprocating movements or as static
seals.
Type SWRR is designed for use in single-acting cylinders with medium pressure operations.
Seals of series SU often replace a rubber seal, e.g. an O-ring, in applications with very high or
low temperatures, non-lubricated services, demands on low friction, aggressive media, high
speeds, high pressures, vacuum etc. Series SU can be delivered with many different spring
SWRR SUA types and materials adjusted to the application demands. The most commonly used types are:

SUA: asymmetrical design with a wiper lip

SUD: asymmetrical design with a strong dynamic lip
SUS: symmetrical design for static applications
Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
SWRR

SWRR NBR, POM 25 0,5 – 30 / +100

3 625 100 – 20 / +210
Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
SUD SUS pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
SUA

SUA PTFE + 25 15 – 200 / +260

Stainless steel 3 625 2 950 – 330 / +500

SUD PTFE + 25 15 – 200 / +260

Stainless steel 3 625 2 950 – 330 / +500
SUD

SUS PTFE + 25 – – 200 / +260

Stainless steel 3 625 – – 330 / +500

Installation example
SUS

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Piston seals, selection matrix

Please select your most important decisive factors when choosing seal design and installation and mark possible solutions.
Then study further factors, installation instructions and dimension tables in our technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.
Figure 5 in the matrix represents the most appropriate design and figure 0 the least appropriate.

Type/series CUT GHT GH GL URG M M-R MD A SAARR SA SWRR SAW

Material PA PTFE PTFE PTFE PUR NBR NBR NBR NBR PUR PUR NBR PUR
NBR NBR NBR NBR NBR POM TP/PF POM POM POM POM POM
POM

Single-acting X X X X
Double-acting X X X X X X X X X

Pressure < 16 MPa (2 321 psi) 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

< 25 MPa (3 626 psi) 5 5 5 5 5 4 5 4 5 5 5 4 5
< 40 MPa (5 802 psi) 5 5 5 3 3 4 4 3 5 4 3 3 3

High temperature < +110 °C (+230 °F) 5 5 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 4 4 5 4

Low temperature > – 30 °C (– 22 °F) 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 3 4 3

Friction pressure = 0 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 3 4 4 4 4
pressure > 0 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

Surface insensitivity 5 5 4 4 5 4 4 3 5 4 5 4 5

Tolerance insensitivity 5 4 4 4 5 4 5 4 5 4 4 4 4

Service life 5 5 4 4 5 4 5 3 5 5 5 4 5

Ease of installation 5 5 5 3 5 5 5 5 4 5 5 5 5

Cost of installation 5 5 5 4 4 5 4 5 3 5 5 5 5

Sealing ability pressure = 0 5 5 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

pressure > 0 5 5 4 3 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Preferred in new designs X X X X

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Rod seal

Rod seal

Hydraulic seals The rod seal is the seal in the hydraulic cylinder with the most demanding require-
ment specifications. In addition to normal wear and ageing, this seal is directly

Rod seals affected by irregularities on the rod surface. The rod seal is often the decisive factor
for the function of the hydraulic cylinder in its entirety. Leakage through the rod
seal can in some cases cause accidents and environmental damages. Therefore,
it is of significant importance to make the correct choice of rod seal and not the
least, to be familiar with the properties of other seal types in rod sealing system.

The rod seal’s task is very difficult since it must seal at both high and low pressure,
often in combination with alternating high and low temperature. The rod seal must
leave a certain lubrication film, thin enough to return into the cylinder after having
passed an effective wiper seal. When choosing a rod seal, it is important to define
the area of application and to make selection analyses with the support of carefully
drawn-up requirement specifications. Rod seals are produced in several different
designs in order to function at very varying operating conditions. Unfortunately,
there is no completely perfect rod seal satisfying all, often conflicting, demands.

In this publication, we present the standard range of SKF rod seals, with their main
design features and operating conditions. For comprehensive technical data and
recommendations about the right choice of seal, as well as for information about
machining and installation, please see the technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.

SIL

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Rod seals

Type SIL of polyurethane is our all-round rod seal. This seal is designed with an asymmetrical Type SG is a compact rod seal of fabric-reinforced nitrile rubber.
cross section with a short and strong dynamic seal lip in order to provide good sealing per- The integrated support ring of acetal resin reduces the friction loss
formance also at zero-pressure conditions. The outer seal lip is slightly longer and slimmer and the heat generation.
than the inner one in order to effectively seal statically at radial and axial movements at both
low and high temperatures. Type SG is designed for use in new constructions for all-round use
within the temperature range of –30 to +100 °C (–20 to +210 °F).
Type TIL of polyurethane is designed with short and strong seal lips providing a good contact This seal is also an appropriate choice for applications with hydraulic
SIL TIL SG
force towards the surface of the seal housing groove. Type TIL is more compact than type SIL media based on water added with oil or glycol, where SG can be
and is especially suitable for small radial seal sections, i.e. 4 to 6 mm (0,039 to 0.236 in), used in the temperature range –30 to +70 °C (–20 to +160 °F). Installation example
where this type retains a good sealing performance at low- or zero-pressure conditions.

Types SIL and TIL are both designed with a secondary sealing edge, the main task of which is Seal type Seal material Maximum Max. linear Temperature
to reduce the contact surface towards the rod at both low and high temperatures. pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
Type TICLA is a compact rod seal of polyurethane designed with an integrated support ring psi ft /min °F
of acetal resin protecting the seal against extrusion into the gap. The compact design and the
axial support (“nose”) minimize the risk of air entering via the rod due to underpressure. SG NBR, POM 25 0,5 –30 / +100
3 625 100 –20 / +210

TICLA

SIL SG
Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F Type AG consists of a central sealing ring of nitrile rubber, a bottom
ring of a polyester elastomer and an integrated support ring of
acetal resin.
SIL PUR 40 0,5 –30 / +90
TIL
5 800 100 –20 / +195
Type AG is designed for use in e.g. hydraulic cylinders subjected to
TIL PUR 40 0,5 –30 / +90 vibrations demanding large radial and axial sections. Type AG can
5 800 100 –20 / +195
in many applications replace V-seal sets of fabric-reinforced rubber
AG
TICLA PUR, POM 50 0,5 –30 / +90 materials.
7 250 100 –20 / +195 Installation example
TICLA

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature

pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F

AG NBR, POM 40 0,5 –30 / +100

5 800 100 –20 / +210

Installation example Installation into open groove Installation into closed groove AG

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Rod seals

Type SKY is a symmetric U-ring seal of nitrile or fluoro rubber, Type SI is an asymmetric U-ring seal of polyurethane. The outer
designed to be installed in applications with lack of space and as lip is longer and slimmer in order to provide effective static sealing
spare parts for older hydraulic equipment. ability.

Type SKY is preferably completed with a support ring of PTFE at This seal type is mostly used as spare part in older hydraulic
pressures over 14 MPa (2 030 psi). equipment. For new designs, the technically more advanced series
SIL or TIL should be used.
SKY SI

Installation example Installation example

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F psi ft /min °F

SKY NBR 14 0,5 –30 / +100 SI PUR 40 0,5 –30 / +90

2 030 100 –20 / +210 5 800 100 –20 / +195

SKY + NBR + PTFE 25 0,5 –30 / +100

support ring 3 625 100 –20 / +210
SKY SI

Type UN is a symmetric U-ring seal of polyurethane for universal Type TI is a U-ring seal of polyurethane designed with short, sym-
use, mostly as a spare part for older hydraulic equipment. For new metric and strong seal lips, providing a good contact force towards
designed applications, the technically more advanced types SIL the surface of the seal housing groove.
or TIL should be used.
The compact geometry of the type TI makes it suitable for small
radial seal section dimensions. Particularly suited for use in appli-
cations with vibrations and under pulsating pressure.
UN TI

Installation example Installation example

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F psi ft /min °F

UN PUR 40 0,5 –30 / +90 TI PUR 40 0,5 –30 / +90

5 800 100 –20 / +195 5 800 100 –20 / +195

UN TI

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Rod seals

Series G and GL

All types of series G and GL consist of a dynamically sealing slide ring of PTFE or other Features and field of application of SKF slide ring seals
thermo-plastic materials and a static, elastomeric part, which also functions as an interference
G, GL Double-acting, sharp edges at the dynamic outside diameter and recommended for the use in light- or medium-duty hydraulic
element. They are available in different designs and material combinations, all to meet cylinders, where impure media may occur.
demands on low friction, small housing dimensions and a long service life. Main difference
GC, GLC Double-acting, chamfered edges at the dynamic outside diameter to reduce the risk of extrusion.
between series G and GL is the slightly lower section of the slide ring of series GL. The basic
design of series GL is made of unfilled PTFE, while the basic design of series G is made of GG, GLG Double-acting, sharp edges at the dynamic outside diameter and a groove in the sliding surface for improved sealing ability.

a bronze-filled PTFE compound. GS-XX8 Double-acting, square cut energizer providing reduced pressure against the dynamic surface and increased static sealing ability.
G GR
.GN Double-acting, notches in both side faces, recommended for cylinders with rapid pressure changes.
The following table gives a first indication about the right choice of type for different application
GR Double-acting, notches in both side faces, recommended for cylinders with rapid pressure changes.
demands. Comprehensive technical data and selection criteria can be found in our technical
catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”. GR Double-acting, chamfered edges at the dynamic outside diameter, a groove in the sealing surface and notches in both side faces.
Additionally the slide ring has a radius on the static side for optimal function together with the O-ring type energizer.
Recommended for applications where additional rotating or slewing movements may occur.

GS Single-acting, recommended for applications with high demands on sealing ability.

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature

pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
Choice of material

GL, GLC, GLG PTFE, NBR 16 2 – 30 / +100 Medium Material Slide ring material O-ring
2 320 395 – 20 / +210 contact surface material
GS-XX8 G
GS GN
Hydraulic oil Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PTFE + bronze NBR
GC, G, GG, GN, PTFE, NBR 25 2 – 30 / +100 Lubrication oil Chromed surface, cast iron 2) PTFE + glass fibre NBR
GS, GS-XX8, GR 3 625 395 – 20 / +210 (mineral oil based) 3) PE-UHMW NBR
Stainless steel, aluminium, 1) PTFE + carbon F
anodized or chromed bronze 2) PTFE + carbon fibre F
GS GN
3) PE-UHMW F
Water Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PTFE + carbon NBR
Water/glycol Chromed surface, cast iron, 2) PTFE + carbon fibre F
E
Water/oil stainless steel, aluminium, 3) PTFE + carbon NBR
emulsion anodized or chromed bronze 4) PE-UHMW F
GL GR
Hot water /steam Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PTFE + carbon E
Chromed surface, cast iron, 2) PTFE + carbon fibre E
stainless steel, aluminium, 3) PTFE + carbon E
anodized or chromed bronze
GS-XX8 GC GG GL GLC GLG Air, lubricated service Steel: min 33 HRC 1) PE-UHMW NBR
Air, non-lubricated Chromed surface, cast iron 2) PTFE + glass fibre NBR
service 3) PTFE + low-filled + colour NBR
GLC GC
pigment, only lubricated service
Stainless steel, aluminium, 1) PE-UHMW NBR
anodized or chromed bronze 2) PTFE + carbon NBR
3) PTFE + carbon fibre NBR
4) PTFE + carbon NBR

More information on choice of material combinations can be found in our catalogue “SKF Hydraulic seals”.
GLG GG

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Rod seals

Series CH Spring activated rod seals

SKF multi-piece seal sets in the CH series are designed for adjustable or fix seal housings Seals of series SU are single-acting PTFE seals, preloaded by springs of stainless steel.
and are available in two different designs: They are used as a dynamic seal at slowly rotating or reciprocating movements as well as
a shaft seal or a static seal.
CH-5: Multi-piece seal consisting of a bottom ring and three V-type sealing rings CH-5
of fabric-reinforced nitrile rubber and a top ring of fabric-reinforced nitrile rubber Seals of series SU often replace a rubber seal, e.g. an O-ring, in applications with very high
or acetal resin. or low temperatures, non-lubricated services, demands on low friction, aggressive media,
CH-7: Multi-piece seal consisting of a bottom ring and five V-type sealing rings high speeds, high pressures, vacuum etc. Series SU can be delivered with many different
CH-5 SUA SUD
of fabric-reinforced nitrile rubber and a top ring of fabric-reinforced nitrile rubber spring types and materials adjusted to the application demands. The most commonly used
or acetal resin. types are:
CH-7

CH multi-piece seal sets are suitable for heavy-duty applications e.g. in presses, marine SUA: asymmetrical design with a wiper lip
hydraulics or road moulding systems. They are today preferably used for spare part SUD: asymmetrical design with a strong dynamic lip
requirements. SUS: symmetrical design for static applications

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature

CH-7 SUS pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F
SUA

SUA PTFE + 25 15 – 200 / +260

Stainless steel 3 625 2 950 – 330 / +500

SUD PTFE + 25 15 – 200 / +260

Stainless steel 3 625 2 950 – 330 / +500
SUD
SUS PTFE + 25 15 – 200 / +260
Stainless steel 3 625 2 950 – 330 / +500

Installation example CH-5 Installation example CH-7

SUS

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature

pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F

CH-5 NBR 25 0,5 – 30 / +100

3 625 100 – 20 / +210

CH-7 NBR 25 0,5 – 30 / +100

3 625 100 – 20 / +210

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Support rings for rod seals Retainer rings for rod seals

The SKF product range also includes accessories for rod seal The use of an open housing design is possible for light applications and has several advan-
systems. tages; it facilitates the machining methods and simplifies the seal assembly. However, a
retainer ring of acetal resin, type RI, needs to be installed on the pressure side of the rod
Type STR-D/A is a support ring of acetal resin for rod seals with seal to secure its position.
the same sectional dimension as that of the seal, called “full face”.
The main task of the support ring is to improve the seal’s resist-
ance to extrusion into the clearance on its low-pressure side. The
STR-D/A RI
basic design is split to facilitate assembly to the back side face of
the seal. Installation example STR-D/A

Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature Seal type Seal material Maximum Maximum linear Temperature
pressure velocity range pressure velocity range
MPa m/s °C MPa m/s °C
psi ft /min °F psi ft /min °F
STR-D/A RI

STR-D/A POM – 0,5 – 30 / +100 RI POM – 0,5 – 30 / +100

– 100 – 20 / +210 – 100 – 20 / +210

Installation example RI Installation into an open groove

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Rod seals, selection matrix

Please select your most important decisive factors when choosing seal design and installation and mark possible solutions.
Then study further factors, installation instructions and dimension tables in our technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.
Figure 5 in the matrix represents the most appropriate design and figure 0 the least appropriate.

Type/series SIL TIL TICLA GS SG AG SKY UN SI TI TILA GL CH-5/CH-7 STR-D/A RI

Material PUR PUR PUR PTFE NBR NBR NBR PUR PUR PUR PUR PTFE NBR POM POM
POM NBR POM POM POM NBR

Pressure < 16 MPa (2 321 psi) 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 5 4 5 – –

< 25 MPa (3 626 psi) 5 5 5 5 5 5 2 3 3 3 5 4 5 – –
< 40 MPa (5 802 psi) 4 4 5 4 4 5 0 2 2 2 4 3 3 – –

High temperature > +110 °C (+230 °F) 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 5 5 – –

Low temperature < – 30 °C (– 22 °F) 5 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 4 5 – –

Friction pressure = 0 4 4 4 5 4 3 5 4 4 4 4 5 2 2 –
pressure > 0 4 3 4 5 4 3 4 3 3 3 4 5 3 3 –

Surface insensitivity 5 5 5 3 3 4 3 5 5 5 5 3 3 – –

Tolerance insensitivity 5 5 5 4 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 4 5 – –

Service life 4 4 4 3 3 4 3 5 5 4 4 2 5 – –

Ease of installation 5 5 4 3 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 3 4 – –

Cost of installation 5 5 4 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 3 – –

Sealing ability pressure = 0 4 4 5 4 5 5 5 3 3 4 4 4 4 – –

pressure > 0 5 5 5 4 4 4 5 4 5 5 5 3 4 – –

Preferred in new designs X X X X X X

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Wiper seal

Hydraulic seals Wiper seal

Wiper seals Contamination particles in the hydraulic system are the most common reasons
for breakdowns and short service life of seals. A major part of the particles reaches
the system through the rod. The wiper seal’s task is to prevent this.

The wiper seal is nevertheless the most undervalued seal type in the hydraulic
cylinder in relation to its important function. The choice of wiper seal should,
however, be founded on as carefully drawn-up requirement specifications as
the choice of piston and rod seals. The surrounding environment and service
conditions must be taken into special consideration.

The wiper seal should be designed not only to fit the rod (dynamic
function) but also to seal in the housing groove (static function). In this
publication, we present the standard range of SKF wiper seals, with
their main design features and operating conditions.

For comprehensive technical data and recommendations about the

right choice of wiper seal, as well as for information about machining
and installation, please see our technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.

PA

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Wiper seals

Metal-reinforced wiper seals

Type PA is a metal-reinforced, single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane with a steel case for For less demanding applications, metal-reinforced wiper seals with a rubber lip material,
press fit assembly. Thanks to the design of the wiper lip and the specifically chosen material, normally nitrile rubber 80° IRH, are used.
a high and durable contact force is achieved. The metal case design provides a very high
rigidity close to the bottom of the housing for an optimal fixation. Type PA is our most Type GA is a metal-reinforced, single-acting wiper seal of nitrile rubber for press fit assembly.
effective wiper seal type for demanding applications. Type GA can also be manufactured of fluoro rubber at request. Type GA is designed to be
used in light- or medium-duty applications.
Type PAK is a metal-reinforced, single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane with a steel case
PA PAK for press fit assembly. Contrary to the type PA, type PAK has the same width as the housing GA SCB
Type SCB is a double-acting, metal-reinforced wiper seal of nitrile rubber for press fit
groove which makes this type appropriate also for sealing of e.g. bushings. assembly. Type SCB can also be manufactured of fluoro rubber at request. Type SCB is
designed to be used in medium-duty applications. Type SCB can be completed with
Type PAD is a metal-reinforced, double-acting wiper seal of polyurethane with a steel case a retainer ring to withstand even tougher conditions.
for press fit assembly. Thanks to its U-shape it also has a sealing function to further reduce
the oil transport passing the rod seal. Type PAD is designed to be used in heavy-duty appli-
cations. Type PAD can be completed with a retainer ring to withstand very tough service
conditions.

Metal-reinforced wiper seal types are intended for assembly into open housings. For com-
prehensive technical data and recommendations machining and installation, please see our
technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.
PAD

PA
Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature
velocity range velocity range
m/s °C m/s °C
ft /min °F ft /min °F

PA PUR 2 – 40 / +90 PAK

GA NBR 2 – 30 / +100
395 – 40 / +195 395 – 20 / +210

PAK PUR 2 – 40 / +90 SCB NBR 2 – 30 / +100

395 – 40 / +195 395 – 20 / +210

PAD PUR 2 – 40 / +90 FKM 2 – 20 / +150

395 – 40 / +195 395 – 5 / +300
PAD

GA

Installation example PA Installation example PAK Installation example PAD Installation example GA Installation example SCB SCB

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Wiper seals

PTFE wiper seals Rubber wiper seals

Type PO2 is a double-acting PTFE wiper seal with an energizing O-ring of nitrile rubber Type SDR is a double-acting wiper seal of nitrile rubber for
providing the static sealing function. The O-ring is also available in other rubber materials, assembly into closed housings. Type SDR can also be manufactured
e.g. fluoro rubber. of fluoro rubber at request.

This type is designed to be used in applications with aggressive media, high temperatures or Type SDR is designed for light-duty hydraulic applications.
specific demands for low friction.

PO2 SDR
Type PO is a PTFE wiper seal with an energizing O-ring of nitrile rubber providing the static
sealing function. The O-ring is also available in other rubber materials, e.g. fluoro rubber. Installation example

This type is designed to be used in applications with aggressive media, high temperatures
or specific demands for low friction.
Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature
velocity range
For new designed applications type PO2 is preferable. m/s °C
ft /min °F

SDR NBR 2 – 30 / +100

395 – 20 / +210
PO Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature FKM 2 – 20 / +150
velocity range 395 – 5 / +300
m/s °C SDR
ft /min °F

PO2 PTFE, NBR 15 – 40 / +110 Type SER is a single-acting, mini wiper seal of nitrile rubber for
2 950 – 40 / +230
assembly into closed housings.
PTFE, FKM 15 – 30 / +150
2 950 – 20 / +300 PO2 This type is designed for light-duty hydraulic applications.

PO PTFE, NBR 15 – 40 / +110 Type SER can also be manufactured of fluoro rubber
2 950 – 40 / +230 at request.
SER
PTFE, FKM 15 – 30 / +150
2 950 – 20 / +300 Installation example
PO

Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature

velocity range
m/s °C
ft /min °F

SER NBR 2 – 30 / +100

395 – 20 / +210

FKM 2 – 20 / +150
395 – 5 / +300
Installation example Installation example
SER

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Wiper seals

All-elastomer wiper seals

Type PWY is a single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane to be assembled into closed housings. Type RSW is a double-acting wiper seal of polyurethane to be
assembled into closed housings.
This type has an outwards-directed sealing lip against the retainer diameter to provide
improved static sealing ability in the housing. The wiper body is also equipped with radial This type is designed for use in light-duty hydraulic applications.
ridges to prevent the wiper seal section tendency to be distorted

Type PWB is a single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane to be assembled into closed housings.
PWY RSW

This type has an axial static sealing edge on the front face of the wiper body to provide Installation example
fixation in the housing and axial ridges on the inside diameter to prevent the wiper seal
section tendency to get
Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature
velocity range
m/s °C
ft /min °F

RSW PUR 2 – 30 / +90

395 – 20 / +195
PWB

RSW

Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature Type PW is a single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane for assembly
velocity range into closed housings in medium-duty applications. This wiper has
m/s °C
ft /min °F an axial static sealing edge on the front to provide fixation in the
PWY housing. Type PW can also be manufactured of fluoro rubber at
request.
PWY PUR 2 – 30 / +90
395 – 20 / +195
For new designed applications, the similar wiper type PWB
PW
PWB PUR 2 – 30 / +90 with axial ridges on the inside diameter to prevent distortion,
395 – 20 / +195 is preferable. Installation example
PWB

Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature

velocity range
m/s °C
ft /min °F

PW PUR 2 – 30 / +100
395 – 20 / +210

Installation example Installation example PW

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Wiper seals

Elastomer wiper seals

Type PWF is a single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane for assem- Type PPUA is a single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane with an
bly into closed housings. axial static sealing edge on the front corner of the wiper body.
To be used on pistons in single-acting cylinders.
Type PWF is designed for medium-duty hydraulic applications.

PWF PPUA

Installation example Installation example

Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature
velocity range velocity range
m/s °C m/s °C
ft /min °F ft /min °F
PWF PPUA

PWF PUR 2 – 30 / +90 PPUA PUR 2 – 30 / +90

395 – 20 / +195 395 – 20 / +195

Type DK is a single-acting wiper seal of polyurethane for assembly

into closed housings.

Type DK is designed for light-duty hydraulic applications.

DK

Installation example

Seal type Seal material Max. linear Temperature

velocity range
m/s °C
ft /min °F
DK

DK PUR 2 – 30 / +100
395 – 20 / +210

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Wiper seals, selection matrix

Please select your most important decisive factors when choosing wiper seal design and installation and mark possible solutions.
Then study further factors, installation instructions and dimension tables in our technical catalogue, “SKF Hydraulic seals”.
Figure 5 in the matrix represents the most appropriate design and figure 0 is the least appropriate.

Type/series PA PAK PAD GA SCB PWY PWB RSW PO2 PO SDR SER PW DK PPUA PWF

Material PUR PUR PUR NBR NBR PUR PUR PUR PTFE PTFE NBR NBR PUR PUR PUR PUR
FKM FKM FKM FKM FKM

High temperature (+110 °C, +230 °F) 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 5 5 4 4 3 4 3 3

Low temperature (– 40 °C, – 40 °F) 5 5 5 4 4 5 5 4 3 3 4 4 3 2 3 3

Friction 3 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 4 5 4 5 4 4

Surfaces insensitivity 5 5 5 3 3 5 5 4 3 3 4 4 4 3 4 4

Tolerances insensitivity 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 3 2 3 3

Service life 5 5 5 3 3 4 4 4 2 2 4 4 4 2 4 4

Ease of installation 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4

Fixation in the housing 5 5 5 4 5 4 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 3

Cost of installation 5 5 5 5 5 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Wiping ability 5 4 5 3 4 4 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 2 3 4

Static sealing in the housing 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 4 3 4 3 3 2 1 3 2

Preferred in new designs X X X X X X X

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Guides

Hydraulic seals The purpose of guide rings and guide strips of plastic materials is to guide
the piston in the cylinder bore and the rod in the cylinder head in a working

Guides
hydraulic cylinder as well as to withstand arising side loads and prevent metallic
contact between these axially mobile parts.

We recommend the materials phenolic/fabric, acetal resin or PTFE for guides

depending on the prerequisites of the application.

Guide types for rod Guide types for piston

Phenolic/fabric RGR-PF PGR-PF

Acetal resin RGR-A PGR-A
PTFE SB, SB/C SB, SB/C

Application field Phenolic/fabric Acetal resin PTFE

Installation example for rods

Mobile hydraulics x

Agricultural hydraulics x

Industrial hydraulics x x x

Process hydraulics x

Water hydraulics x

Food industry hydraulics x

Installation example for pistons

PGR, SB

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Static seals O-ring Back-up rings

The O-ring is one of the most common sealing devices and is used in the most
different applications. The design is unique with its ingenious simplicity. The O-ring
seals through its deformation between the surfaces against which it is supposed
to seal. The working pressure at which the O-ring can be used is dependent on, O-ring

among others, the installation mode, fitting clearance, the O-ring material, sealed
medium and temperature. O-rings of a hard material generally provide an inferior
sealing ability at low pressures due to large permanent deformation.
Back-up ring
O-rings are often used as static sealing elements in hydraulic systems. However,
they tend to extrude into the clearance already at low pressures and are thereby
destroyed. A common solution is to use O-rings of a material with increased hard-
ness, e.g. 90° IRH. This provides a certain improvement, but a better solution for
hydraulic applications is instead to combine O-rings for static functions with
back-up rings.

Back-up ring, O-ring

Back-up ring, O-ring

Back-up ring, O-ring

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O-rings Back-up rings

O-rings ECOR Back-up rings

We normally stock standard O-rings of nitrile rubber (NBR) 70° IRH. When necessary, the alterna- Back-up rings are intended to be used together with O-rings when the fitting clearance between
tive hardness 90° can be delivered at request. It is, however, better to choose 70° IRH and com- the surfaces that the O-ring should seal is large enough to allow the O-ring to extrude at certain
bine the O-ring with a back-up ring. working pressures. In installations with normal and standardized dimensions and tolerances the
O-ring normally must be completed with back-up ring(s) if the working pressure exceeds 10 MPa
OR For applications with temperatures over +100 °C (+212 °F) fluoro rubber (FKM) or silicone rubber STR (1 450 psi), depending on the temperature.
(Q) can be appropriate, depending on the medium.
In applications where the O-ring is exposed to pressure from one side only, the back-up ring is
In our catalogue “SKF Hydraulic seals” you will find a wide range of O-ring sizes and fundamental installed at the zero pressure side. For an O-ring exposed to pressure from both sides a back-up
technical information. Detailed information about O-ring sizes and tolerances, installation instruc- ring is assembled on either side.
tions and in some cases material properties you will find in common national and international
ECOR
standards, e.g. SMS 1586 and ISO 3601. We will be pleased to inform you about them. Our back-up rings are kept in stock with a basic design and are produced of polyurethane 95°
Shore A or of a polyester elastomer, 95° Shore A. This enables the use of back-up rings in most
PTFE encapsulated O-rings, type ECOR applications with normal pressure media and temperatures.

Type ECOR is an O-ring consisting of a seamless and uniform PTFE encapsulation which In applications with high temperatures or aggressive media back-up rings of a PTFE material are
completely encloses the core material of either silicone or fluoro rubber to protect it from media suitable, either unfilled or with an appropriate filler. We keep a large number of sizes of unfilled
and air. back-up rings of PTFE in stock. These are machine finished and can therefore be delivered within
short notice.
The function is the same as for a normal O-ring that is compressed in the groove and is working
statically. Type ECOR is not appropriate for continuously dynamic applications due to its thin and
soft case.

Advantages of ECOR:
Chemically resistant to aggressive media thanks to the PTFE encapsulation
Wide temperature range, –60 to +205 °C (–80 to +400 °F), material type PFA +260 °C (+500 °F)
Anti-adhesive, no stick-slip effects
Sterilisable, FDA approved
Low steam permeability and low water absorption
Low compression set solution.

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Product index

Type/series Description Page Type/series Description Page Type/series Description Page Type/series Description Page

A Hydraulic seal 60 HDS2 Radial shaft seal 23 MUD1 Radial shaft seal 34 SCB Hydraulic seal 83
AG Hydraulic seal 69 HDS3 Radial shaft seal 23 MUD2 Radial shaft seal 34 SCOTSEAL CLASISC Radial shaft seal 35
CH-5 Hydraulic seal 73 HDS4 Radial shaft seal 26 MUD3 Radial shaft seal 34 SCOTSEAL LONGLIFE Radial shaft seal 35
CH-7 Hydraulic seal 73 HDS6 Radial shaft seal 26 MUD4 Radial shaft seal 34 SCOTSEAL PLUS XL Radial shaft seal 35
CRS1 Radial shaft seal 13 HDS7 Radial shaft seal 22 MUD5 Radial shaft seal 34 SDR Hydraulic seal 85
CRSA1 Radial shaft seal 13 HDSA1 Radial shaft seal 24 MUD6 Radial shaft seal 34 SER Hydraulic seal 85
CRSH1 Radial shaft seal 13 HDSA2 Radial shaft seal 24 MUD7 Radial shaft seal 34 SG Hydraulic seal 69
CRSHA1 Radial shaft seal 13 HDSB1 Radial shaft seal 24 MVR1 Axial shaft seal 46 SI Hydraulic seal 71
CRW1 Radial shaft seal 14 HDSB2 Radial shaft seal 24 MVR2 Axial shaft seal 46 SIL Hydraulic seal 68
CRW5 Radial shaft seal 15 HDSD1 Radial shaft seal 24 OR Static seal 96 SKY Hydraulic seal 70
CRWA1 Radial shaft seal 14 HDSD2 Radial shaft seal 24 PA Hydraulic seal 82 SPEEDI-SLEEVE Wear sleeve 41
CRWA5 Radial shaft seal 15 HDSE1 Radial shaft seal 24 PAD Hydraulic seal 82 STR Static seal 97
CRWH1 Radial shaft seal 14 HDSE2 Radial shaft seal 24 PAK Hydraulic seal 82 STR-D/A Hydraulic seal 77
CRWHA1 Radial shaft seal 14 HMS4 Radial shaft seal 13 PGR Hydraulic seal 93 SUA Hydraulic seal 63
CT1 Axial shaft seal 46 HMS5 Radial shaft seal 12 PO Hydraulic seal 84 SUD Hydraulic seal 63
CT3 Axial shaft seal 46 HMSA10 Radial shaft seal 12 PO2 Hydraulic seal 84 SUS Hydraulic seal 63
CT4 Axial shaft seal 46 HMSA7 Radial shaft seal 13 PPUA Hydraulic seal 89 SWRR Hydraulic seal 62
CUT Hydraulic seal 54 HS3 Radial shaft seal 27 PW Hydraulic seal 87 TI Hydraulic seal 71
DK Hydraulic seal 89 HS4 Radial shaft seal 27 PWB Hydraulic seal 86 TICLA Hydraulic seal 68
ECOR Static seal 96 HS5 Radial shaft seal 27 PWF Hydraulic seal 88 TIL Hydraulic seal 68
G Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HS6 Radial shaft seal 27 PWY Hydraulic seal 86 UN Hydraulic seal 70
GA Hydraulic seal 83 HS7 Radial shaft seal 27 RD10 Radial shaft seal 16 URG Hydraulic seal 56
GC Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HS8 Radial shaft seal 27 RD11 Radial shaft seal 16 VR1 Axial shaft seal 45
GG Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HS9 Radial shaft seal 27 RD30 Radial shaft seal 16 VR2 Axial shaft seal 45
GH Hydraulic seal 58 HSF1 Radial shaft seal 25 RD60 Radial shaft seal 16 VR3 Axial shaft seal 45
GHT Hydraulic seal 55 HSF2 Radial shaft seal 25 RD70 Radial shaft seal 16 VR4 Axial shaft seal 45
GH-XX8 Hydraulic seal 58 HSF3 Radial shaft seal 25 RD71 Radial shaft seal 16 VR5 Axial shaft seal 45
GL Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HSF4 Radial shaft seal 25 RDD13 Radial shaft seal 17 VR6 Axial shaft seal 45
GLC Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HSF5 Radial shaft seal 25 RDD14 Radial shaft seal 17 Other SKF radial shaft seal types 36
GLG Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HSF6 Radial shaft seal 25 RDD15 Radial shaft seal 17
GN Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HSF7 Radial shaft seal 25 RGR Hydraulic seal 93
GR Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HSF8 Radial shaft seal 25 RI Hydraulic seal 77
GS Hydraulic seal 58, 72 HSF9 Radial shaft seal 25 RSW Hydraulic seal 87
GS-XX8 Hydraulic seal 74, 72 LDSLV3 Wear sleeve 41 SA Hydraulic seal 61
HDDF1 Axial shaft seal 47 LDSLV4 Wear sleeve 41 SAARR Hydraulic seal 61
HDL Radial shaft seal 22 M Hydraulic seal 57 SAW Hydraulic seal 61
HDLP Radial shaft seal 22 MD Hydraulic seal 57 SB/C Hydraulic seal 93
HDS1 Radial shaft seal 23 M-R Hydraulic seal 57 SBF Hydraulic seal 26

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