Seal (mechanical)

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Compression seal example

A mechanical seal is a device which helps join systems or mechanisms together by preventing leakage (e.g., in a plumbing system), containing pressure, or excluding contamination.

Seal types;

• Adhesive, sealant
• Bridgman seal
• Bung
• Coating
• Compression seal
• Diaphragm seal
• Gasket
• Hydrostatic seal
• Hydrodynamic seal
• Labyrinth seal
• Lid (container)
• Rotating face mechanical seal
• Face seal (o-ring)
• O-ring
• Piston ring
• Plug
• Radial Shaft Seal
• Stuffing box
• Wiper seal

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