What Is a Spring-Energized Seal?
A spring-energized seal utilizes a spring’s force to enhance the compression of the sealing material, effectively preventing fluid leakage.
This seal type surpasses traditional O-rings and gaskets in sealing performance and longevity, making it indispensable across various sectors. The seal’s efficiency stems from the spring’s pressure, which ensures the sealing material firmly contacts the mating surface for a secure seal.
Employed in diverse fields such as chemical processing, hydraulics, pneumatics, automotive, aerospace, and medical equipment, its essential components are the sealing material, spring, protective jacket, and the surface it mates with. Distinguished by superior sealing capabilities, robustness, broad operational range, minimal friction, and extended lifespan, spring-energized seals are ideal for challenging conditions including extreme temperatures, pressures, and corrosive environments.