Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
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I do not know if there is a code or regulation to select between packing system and mechanical seals in oil pumps. I think the selection has to depend on pressure, viscosity and temperature. Or is it obligatory to use mechanical seals in oil applications? I have consulted API 610, 685, 682 and ASME B73.3M but I have not found a concrete advice.
Is there any table that relates product, pressure, viscosity and temperature with use of packing and mechanical seals?
Thanks in advance,
Is there any table that relates product, pressure, viscosity and temperature with use of packing and mechanical seals?
Thanks in advance,





RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
Leakage is a potential fire problem and is to be avoided as much as possible.
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
Popeye
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
Doesn't Flowserve have a line of graphite packing? I've heard the Slade presentation before and I'm skeptical about the stuff.
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
Poppeye
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
The proper selection is neccessary
siddik
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
mogle
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
In my experience the highest cost is not always the best and I am certain the FS FGC is lower in price and an improvement over Slade.
Pacwizard
RE: Mechanical seal vs. packing in oil pumps
Thanks in advance,