Manufacturing and Assembling the Components of a Mechanical Seal Testing Bench

Abstract:

This study details the design, assembly, and measurement processes of a modified test bench for examining sliding ring seals. We designed a test bench suitable for measuring mechanical seals, during which we first developed the concept and the design of the bench, defined the parameters to be measured and the measurement methods, and then implemented these objectives using an existing test bench. After procuring raw materials, I manufactured and assembled the necessary components, including acid-resistant and corrosion-resistant steel parts. Key machining operations were performed, such as drilling and threading, to accommodate the mechanical seals and ensure proper alignment. Following assembly, I conducted three reference measurements with varying compressive spring forces. The system's torque was measured at a consistent rotational speed of 200 RPM. Results from the frictional torque measurements revealed that the seals displayed sensitivity to compressive forces, confirming the effectiveness of the modified test bench for future seal evaluations.

• Periodical: Advances in Science and Technology (Volume 165)
• Pages: 115-120
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-N7ERjY
• Online since: June 2025
• Authors: Marcell Kiss*, Gabor Kalacska, Róbert Keresztes
• Keywords: Assembly, Frictional Torque, Machining, Mechanical Seal, Processing, Reference Measurements

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