Material

ZX-410 as replacement for bronze

Description of the application

The sealing rings are installed in pillar drilling machine with 5kW motor power and up to 50mm bore  diameter. The dimensions of the seal is Ø 258/243 x 32mm.

Problem

High costs because of the necessity of lubrication for bronze.

Problem-solving

By switching to ZX410 lubrication is no longer necessary and for a better cooling bores have been placed in  the radial grooves

Advantages

Less maintenance, lower costs 34