Overview
The SKF CR24372 oil seal is a precision-engineered radial shaft seal designed for reliable lubrication retention in rotating machinery. This single-lip seal uses SKF’s proven Wave lip design to minimize friction and heat generation while maintaining effective sealing against oil leakage. Supplied new in box, the CR24372 is ready for immediate installation in bearing housings and rotary equipment across manufacturing, industrial drives, and heavy equipment applications.
Key Features
- Wave Lip Design (CRWH1): SKF’s hydrodynamic Wave lip generates pumping action in both directions, reducing friction and heat by up to 20–30% versus conventional seals
- Fluoro Rubber (FKM) Lip Material: Excellent chemical and temperature resistance for demanding industrial environments
- Metal-Cased Construction: Solid metal outer diameter (OD) housing provides secure mounting and extended seal life
- Proven Reliability: SKF seals are trusted worldwide for bearing protection in transmission, pump, and motor applications
- New Condition: Shipped in original packaging, unused and ready to install
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: CR24372 / SKF 24372
- Shaft Diameter (ID): 2.438 inches (61.9 mm)
- Outer Diameter (OD): 3.500 inches (88.9 mm)
- Seal Width: 0.438 inches (11.1 mm)
- Design Type: CRWH1 Single-Lip Radial Shaft Seal
- Lip Material: Fluoro Rubber (FKM)
- Shell Material: Steel
- Spring Type: Garter spring
- Operating Pressure: Suitable for oil retention in standard bearing arrangements
Typical Applications
- Rolling bearing and bushing housings in industrial motors and gear drives
- Shaft sealing in pumps, compressors, and fluid power equipment
- Power transmission equipment including mixers, conveyors, and industrial fans
- Heavy equipment and construction machinery bearing protection
- General-purpose rotating machinery where oil retention is critical
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard bearing housings with 2.438″ shaft diameters and 3.500″ bore housings
- Oil-lubricated rotating equipment requiring radial shaft seals
- Industrial motors, gearboxes, pumps, and compressors
- Equipment using SKF or compatible bearing arrangements
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Earlier generations of SKF CR seals with identical dimensions (24372 supersedes any legacy part numbers with matching bore and shaft sizes)
- Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering for OEM equipment
Works With
- Standard industrial lubricants (mineral oils, synthetic oils, and biodegradable fluids compatible with FKM)
- Bearing manufacturers including SKF, FAG, NSK, NTN, TIMKEN, and other ISO-standard rolling bearing suppliers
- Standard maintenance and commissioning procedures for radial shaft seals
