A mechanical seal whose sealing faces are placed inside of the stuffing box.
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COMPRESSOR
A device which converts mechanical force and motion into pneumatic flow power.
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ALTERNATOR
A device which converts mechanical energy, into alternating current.
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BRINELLING
Permanent deformation of the bearing surfaces where the rollers (or balls) contact the races. Brinelling results from excessive load or impact on stationary bearings. It is a form of mechanical damage in which metal is displaced or upset without attrition.
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PUMP
A device which converts mechanical force and motion into hydraulic fluid power.
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FILTRATION
The physical or mechanical process of separating insoluble particulate matter from a fluid, such as air or liquid, by passing the fluid through a filter medium that will not allow the particulates to pass through it.
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FLUID COMPATIBILITY
The suitability of filtration medium and seal materials for service with the fluid involved.
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BORE POLISHING
Excessive smoothing of the surface finish of the cylinder bore or cylinder liner in an engine to a mirror-like appearance, resulting in depreciation of ring sealing and oil consumption performance.
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BELLOWS
Corrugated cylindrical container which moves as pressures change, or provides a seal during movement of parts.
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COMPRESSOR SEAL
Leak proof seal between crankshaft and compressor body in open type compressors.
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ASME
American Society of Mechanical Engineers .
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