Rubber Energized Seal

The Rubber Energized Seal (400 Series) consists of polymer cap seal assemblies energized by O-rings, Square-rings, Quad-rings, and custom rubber energizers. These seals generate spring load through rubber compression, similar to metallic helical and inclined coil springs.

Key Advantages

Simple Design

Cost-effective and efficient solution

Easy Installation

Flexible energizers simplify the process

Spring-Energized Lip Seals Space Efficient

Reduces required hardware space

Economical

More cost-effective than metallic spring seals

Limitations

Material Concerns

Compression Set Rubber may lose elasticity over time
Fluid Compatibility Certain fluids may degrade rubber components

Performance Limitations

Temperature Sensitivity

Low Temperature Low-temperature compounds sacrifice high-temperature performance
High Temperature High-temperature compounds reduce low-temperature effectiveness

Structural Weakness

Rubber energizer may limit overall durability

Applications & Usage

Best For

Reciprocating & Static Sealing Optimal for stationary and linear motion applications
Hydraulic & Mobile Hydraulic Industries Accumulators, fluid pumping, excluders, bi-directional sealing

Limited For

Rotary & Oscillatory Motion

Elastomer Energizer Material Options

NBR (Nitrile / Buna-N)

FKM (Fluorocarbon)

Fluorosilicone

Silicone

HNBR (Hydrogenated Nitrile)

EPDM (Ethylene Propylene)

FEP (Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene) Encapsulated

FFKM (Perfluoroelastomer)

Types of Rubber Energized Seals

O-Ring Energized Rod Seal

O-Ring Energized Rod Seal

O-Ring Energized Piston Seal

O-Ring Energized Piston Seal

O-Ring Energized Piston Seal

O-Ring Energized Piston Seal

O-Ring Energized TPE's/Urethane Seals

O-Ring Energized TPE's/Urethane Seals

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