Overview
The CR 38673 oil seal is a precision engineered shaft seal designed for critical sealing applications in industrial machinery, hydraulic systems, and automotive equipment. Founded in 1878 as Chicago Rawhide, CR Seals has one of the longest histories in the seal industry, setting performance and service life standards for industrial and automotive shaft seals. CR Seals has been part of SKF since 1990, developing new materials and manufacturing processes to create robust seals. This model arrives new in box, ensuring original specification and reliable operation in demanding environments.
Key Features
- Proven Chicago Rawhide quality with over 140 years of sealing expertise
- Precision manufacturing for reliable fluid retention and contamination protection
- Suitable for industrial and automotive hydraulic applications
- New in box condition—factory fresh and ready to install
- SKF-backed engineering and quality assurance
Technical Specifications
Specific dimension and material details for the CR 38673 are available upon request. Please contact your system integrator or consult the manufacturer documentation to confirm exact shaft diameter (ID), outer diameter (OD), width, seal type, and elastomer material for your application.
Typical Applications
- Hydraulic pump and motor sealing
- Rotating shaft protection in industrial drives
- Fluid containment in transmission and gearbox assemblies
- Contamination prevention in bearing housings
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial hydraulic systems
- Automotive transmission and drivetrain components
- Heavy equipment and off-highway machinery
- Standard shaft seal housings and counterbores
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. Chicago Rawhide seal models are typically not directly interchangeable without confirming matching shaft diameter (ID), housing diameter (OD), and seal width.
Works With
- Standard radial shaft seal configurations
- Oil and grease lubricated environments
- Pressure and non-pressure bearing housings
