This new case study from Gallagher Fluid Seals outlines the benefits of using a PTFE spring energized seal in high friction applications.
Our customer is a manufacturer of power transmission products with a focus on magnetic force. Their product line includes magnetic capping heads, shaft couplings, current-controlled brakes, and clutches.
CUSTOMER PROBLEM:
The customer's magnetic clutch and was having design problems with high friction and break-away force, ultimately causing delayed production schedules.
How did Gallagher get Involved?
The customer asked for an engineering review of the application design. Additionally, they asked Gallagher Fluid Seals for seal design modifications and mating component surface finish recommendations.
Customer Solution
The GFS Engineering and Sales team concluded that the break-away force was caused by how the seal was being energized.
Gallagher’s team performed friction calculations to develop a low friction spring energized seal that demonstrated low break-away characteristics.
Results
The Gallagher spring energized PTFE seal reduced the break-away force and performed with lower friction. The success of this spring energized seal led to increased seal life and higher production throughput based on eliminating the secondary cap inspection. Additionally, the customer experienced an overall lower total cost of ownership, ultimately increasing revenue.
For more information, check out our full case study and see the seal design.
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