The AESSEAL RH-170 mechanical seal is a dynamic, non-balanced seal featuring an elastomer bellows construction, making it particularly suitable for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and diverse installation spaces.
Key Features
- Compact Design: The RH-170 boasts a short overall length, facilitating installation in confined spaces.
- Versatile Sizing: Available in both inch and metric dimensions to accommodate various shaft sizes.
- Preassembled Rotating Unit: The seal’s rotating unit comes preassembled, simplifying the installation process.
- Independent of Rotation Direction: Designed to function effectively regardless of shaft rotation direction.
- Wide Application Range: Suitable for a broad spectrum of applications due to its adaptable design.
- Cost-Effective: Offers a balance between performance and affordability.
- Compatibility: Compatible with various stationary faces, enhancing its versatility.
- Protection of Shaft Sleeves: Engineered to prevent scoring of shaft sleeves, thereby extending equipment lifespan.
Technical Specifications
- Pressure Capacity: Up to 10 bar.
- Temperature Range: Dependent on the elastomer material used.
- Sliding Velocity: Capable of handling speeds up to 15 m/s.
- Shaft Diameter Compatibility: Accommodates shafts ranging from 10 mm to 100 mm (3/8″ to 3″), with special sizes available upon request.
- Material Composition:
- Metals: DIN 1.4301, 1.4571.
- Springs: DIN 1.4310.
- Faces: Carbon (CA), Silicon Carbide (SC), Sintered Silicon Carbide (SSIC).
The AESSEAL RH-170 mechanical seal is designed to deliver reliable performance across various industrial applications, ensuring equipment integrity and operational efficiency.




















