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Classification of Mechanical Seals

Mechanical seals are classified by arrangement and configuration

Mechanical seals are classified by arrangement and configuration.

The wide variety of seal types is due to the diversity of applications each utilizing different machinery, fluids and processes.

Selection of the best type is not always easy and straight forward as there is usually a compromise between economical and technical factors.

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