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Symmetrical seal package for multiple face seals

US4377290A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 22, 1982
Grant dateMar 22, 1983
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Expiry dateMar 22, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16J15/3484
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A symmetrical package seal containing two balanced end face seals, the stationary components being adapted for use with shafts of different sizes. In addition, the package seal has means for centering the rotating components relative to the stationary components, for aligning the sealing faces parallel contact, and for bleeding fluid from the chamber formed by the end face seals.

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