Fluidlexikon

Squeeze stress in seals

Stress, which occurs where the moved surface runs against the sealing lip, i.e. the frictional force on the sealing surface and the compressive force are working in the same direction. The friction is higher than with a pulling load (Figure S 83).

f3f54c5e33cbf00dc3d28cfd2c16a0e5fbe98db2

Figure S 83: Stemming load of a seal