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Hydraulic Cylinder Static Seals

Hydraulic cylinder static seals are shaped rings used between stationary barrel, gland, cap or manifold interfaces. Their section controls compression and extrusion at joints that experience pressure and thermal movement without regular sliding, providing a purpose-designed alternative to a basic round O-ring in demanding grooves.

Key facts

Common types
Square profile, D-profile, Polyurethane static ring, O-ring with contoured back-up, Symmetrical static seal
Materials
Polyurethane, NBR, FKM (fluoroelastomer), POM, PTFE
Used in
Cylinder head joints, End cap joints, Hydraulic manifolds, Accumulators, Press cylinders

Types

  • Square profile
  • D-profile
  • Polyurethane static ring
  • O-ring with contoured back-up
  • Symmetrical static seal

Materials

Applications

  • Cylinder head joints
  • End cap joints
  • Hydraulic manifolds
  • Accumulators
  • Press cylinders

What to send for a quote

  • tube or spigot diameter
  • groove diameter and width
  • fluid type
  • pressure direction
  • temperature range

Questions about hydraulic cylinder static seals

What should I send to identify hydraulic cylinder static seals?

Send tube or spigot diameter, groove diameter and width, fluid type, pressure direction, temperature range. A groove sketch is important because square, D-shaped and energised sections may share similar outside dimensions but compress differently. A clear photograph, drawing or readable reference can resolve details that dimensions alone do not show.

How should I select hydraulic cylinder static seals?

Match the profile to groove geometry, extrusion clearance, pressure direction, assembly movement and hydraulic fluid compatibility. Confirm the mating parts and operating environment before ordering, since an apparently similar size can use a different profile, material or internal arrangement.

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