Choose the right seal: in leak testing applications, the seal is critical to the reliability and life of the connector.(QUALITY TEST & INSPECTION)(Cover story)

From: Quality | Date: April 1, 2006| Author: | Copyright information

The seal in any connector is critical to the reliable long-term function of the connector. Seals that wear or degrade quickly need to be changed frequently, adding to the cost of the connector. Several factors contribute to how the seals perform in the connector, including material, size, seal style, sealing surface and loads applied on the seal.

The selection of seal material can be a trade off between chemical compatibility, durability, temperature resistance and seal-ability. Though, for most applications there is an elastomer that performs well across a variety of ...

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