The purpose of a mechanical seal on a compressor is to prevent the leakage of fluids, such as refrigerants or lubricants, between the rotating shaft and the stationary housing. It ensures that the internal pressure is maintained while minimizing wear and tear on the components. Additionally, mechanical seals enhance the efficiency of the compressor by reducing the risk of contamination and maintaining optimal performance.
Labrynth seal clearances depend up the diameter of the rotating shaft, bearing clearance & temperature of the lubricating medium. As ageneral thumb rule the clearance must be 0.03 mm per 1" dia of shaft.
Balance mechanical seal is a arrangement in centrifugal pumps that is provided to prevent leakage and corrosion of pump outer shaft. A cooling arrangement is also provided for mechanical seal.
The principle parts of a centrifugal pump are the pump casing, also called a volute, and the impeller. The other parts are the pump shaft, bearing(s), shaft seal, the wear rings, and the inlet and outlet. The impeller is mounted on the pump shaft. The pump shaft is coupled to an external power source like a motor. The motor turns the shaft, the shaft makes the impeller turn and the fluid being pumped is put in motion. The volute causes a change in pressure in the fluid. The shaft seal stops the fluid from leaking out of the casing (volute). The wear rings separate the high and low pressure areas inside the casing. The bearing(s) make the shaft turn easier. The inlet and outlet parts of the casing connect to the fluid piping system.
Oil seals and mechanical seals serve different purposes in sealing applications. An oil seal is designed to prevent the leakage of lubricants and contaminants in rotating machinery, typically using a flexible lip that contacts a shaft. In contrast, a mechanical seal is used to prevent fluid leakage in rotating equipment, such as pumps or mixers, by utilizing a combination of stationary and rotating components that create a tight seal under pressure. While oil seals primarily focus on sealing against oils and greases, mechanical seals are engineered for more demanding applications involving various fluids and pressures.
Usually the shaft seal is installed from inside the compressor housing and is not serviceable. You would need to replace the compressor.
About the only place the AC compressor will leak is around the seal. Seal leaks are typically caused when the shaft bearing starts to wear, resulting in a loose shaft. That ends up pounding hard on the seal and the seal will no longer be able to hold the pressures of the refrigerant. Bottom line, if the compressor is leaking, you'll need to replace it.
No, the leak is propably the compressor shaft seal which is behind the clutch.
To replace the compressor seal in a 1994 Oldsmobile Achieva, first disconnect the battery and remove the serpentine belt. Then, detach the compressor from its mounting, and take off the refrigerant lines (be cautious of refrigerant release). Remove the old seal from the compressor, clean the surface, and install the new seal. Reassemble the compressor, reconnect the lines and battery, and recharge the refrigerant as necessary.
No you do not.
Rotating shaft seal
Front seal: remove engine or transmission and replace the seal. Rear seal, remove the drive shaft to replace the seal. Unfortunately, you typically only have problems with the front seal.
AnswerCheck the crank pully bolt. If it has come loose you will have a leak.The crank pully bolt does not have anything to do with the crank shaft seal leak. Thebolt is independent of the seal. To replace seal remove crank shaft pully and you will have access to crank shaft seal, pull out & replace seal.
To replace the PTO shaft seal on a Massey Ferguson 230, first, ensure the tractor is turned off and secure it. Remove the PTO shaft by unbolting it from the tractor and slide it out. Next, pry out the old seal using a seal puller or a flat tool, being careful not to damage the housing. Finally, install the new seal by tapping it gently into place, reassemble the PTO shaft, and ensure everything is properly secured before testing.
remove rear drive shaft. remove pinion yolk from front of diff.remove oinion seal replace with new one. replace pinion yolk, replace driveshaft,.. dhceck ujoints of drive shaft while out, its a good time to replace them
to replace pinion shaft seal you need to drop the drive shaft from the rear end then with large socket remove pinion nut from front of yoke remove yoke remove old pinion seal install new pinion seal reinstall yoke and pinion nut to specified torque re install drive shaft note now is the time to check and see if U-joints need replacing
to replace pinion shaft seal you need to drop the drive shaft from the rear end then with large socket remove pinion nut from front of yoke remove yoke remove old pinion seal install new pinion seal reinstall yoke and pinion nut to specified torque re install drive shaft note now is the time to check and see if U-joints need replacing