
What is a Step Seal and How Does It Enhance Cylinder Performance?
The Step seal is a preloaded combination seal, integrating a PTFE glide ring for dynamic sealing and an elastomeric O-ring for static sealing and energization. For optimal system performance, it is recommended to be used in conjunction with a double-lipped wiper seal.
Characteristics and Benefits:
Compact Groove Design: Minimizes the required installation space.
Minimized Friction: Provides extremely low breakaway and running friction, ensuring smooth movement even at low speeds and eliminating stick-slip.
High Durability: Excellent resistance to wear and extrusion extends service life under demanding conditions.
Optimized Oil Film Control: The unique seal profile ensures superior scraping efficiency and oil retention.
Broad Operational Range: Suitable for a wide spectrum of temperatures and media (requires selection of an appropriate O-ring material).
High-Pressure Resistance: Designed to perform reliably in high-pressure applications.
Large Size Availability: Manufacturable for large rod diameters up to 2500 mm.
Application Range:
This seal is extensively used in precision and heavy-duty hydraulic cylinders, including those in control systems, servo mechanisms, machine tools, and construction machinery.
Installation Instructions:
1. The seal is generally installed by hand by compressing it into a kidney shape for insertion into closed grooves.
2. If installation tools are required, they must be made of soft, non-marring material and be free of sharp edges.
3. Prior to installation, the seal must be lubricated with a medium-compatible lubricant.
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