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Shaft seals
  • Rotary and Shaft seals

Shaft seals

Seals for rotating shafts are designed to meet the high demands of industrial applications. Shaft seals deliver high performance by protecting mechanical systems, retaining lubricants, preventing leaks and blocking external contaminants.
With proven reliability even at linear speeds of up to 60 m/s, they help to reduce maintenance requirements and extend the service life of critical components. Hutchinson provides sustainable and efficient solutions that guarantee long-term performance and cost savings.

Main Benefits
  • Dynamic sealing with bidirectional shaft rotation

  • Suitable for harsh or standard operating environments

  • Standard IE and IEL models, or bespoke designs

  • Standard design and construction available
  • Food-grade compounds compliant with EC Regulation 1935/2004 and FDA regulations

Applications

  • Sealing of rotating shafts operating in both directions
  • Electric and internal combustion engines
  • Actuators and gearboxes
  • Rotating machinery in the food and drink industry
  • Industrial equipment, robotics, medical equipment…

Characteristics

  • Operating temperature range: -45 °C to +200 °C
  • Compatible with shaft diameters from 5 mm to 400 mm
  • High-speed sealing up to 60 m/s
  • Wide range of elastomer compounds: NBR, ACM, AEM, HNBR, FKM, EPDM, PTFE
  • EPDM and NBR compounds approved for food contact
  • Food-grade approvals: EC 1935/2004, FDA, decrees of 9 November 1994 and 25 November 1992

Strengths

  • Wide range of designs and blends
  • High-performance sealing for demanding applications
  • In-house material development ensures compliance and reliability
  • Customisable design to meet specific technical requirements
  • Certificate of origin and guarantee of product origin

Benefits

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Reliable sealing

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Safety

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Low friction

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Energy efficiency

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Customization

Industries

Agriculture

HVAC & Réfrigération

Energies

Sports & Leisure

Medical, pharma & cosmétiques

Marine

Machines Industrielles

Construction & Mining

Building & Infrastructure

Pétrole & Gaz

White goods & professional cleaning

Food & Beverage

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