SEALED AND GREASED FOR LIFE: Development of the elastomer lip seal for rotating rolling bearings

Abstract

Seals have an essential function in most rotating or reciprocating machinery, being fitted with the primary purpose of keeping lubricant in and contaminant out. The classification diagram (Figure 1) indicates the big range of seal categories and types currently available.

Citation

Herrity, A.G. (1988), "SEALED AND GREASED FOR LIFE: Development of the elastomer lip seal for rotating rolling bearings", Industrial Lubrication and Tribology, Vol. 40 No. 5, pp. 10-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb053383