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How To Install Omniseal® Small Diameter Spring-Energized Seals in an Open Rod Gland

Introduction

Designing a precision seal or material solution is critical; just as critical is the installation. Prepare for success by watching the following installation video and downloading the corresponding seal handling and installation instructions below. This pdf file can also be downloaded from our document center along with other technical materials related to industries, solutions or materials. Contact our team for questions or additional support.

Omniseal Solutions' small diameter seals with an open rod gland have a diameter ≤ 4” (101.6 mm).

Handling

**Whenever possible, you should handle and install the seal in a DRY environment with no wind or dust.

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Clean the gland with an appropriate solvent and a clean wipe. Inspect the gland for nicks, dirt, burrs, indentations, and sharp edges. Address these as needed. If the seal needs to pass over sharp edges, threads, etc., additional installation instructions and tools may be required.

2

Clean a table and put an appropriate protective paper over the surface. Put on clean, lint-free soft gloves to protect the seal and gland. Keep the gloves on until the seal is fully installed. Carefully unpack the seal and place on the table.

3

Remove the seal from the individual container or bag. Use a pair of scissors if required but take care the sharp ends do not make contact with the seal.

4

Take a soft, lint-free cloth and wipe the seal. If you notice a scratch or any other damage on the seal, please do not install the seal and contact Omniseal Solutions immediately at [email protected] or your following local customer service areas:

  • Americas: (USA) + 1 800 544 0080
  • Asia: (China) +88 21 5472 1568, (Japan) +0266 79 6430
  • Europe: (Belgium) +32 3 458 2828

Installation

**When allowed, lubricants (grease, oil, etc.,) compatible with the media to be sealed can EASE assembly.

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Slowly push the seal into the gland (Figure 1 below). The seal may be installed heel or spring cavity first, but it should align with your company's assembly instructions and diagrams. Rotate the seal if necessary to help it in place. Then check that the seal is properly sealed in the gland.

6

Check the counterpart mating surface for scratches, inadequate surface finish and/or damages. If anything is noted, please do not continue with installation.

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If a retainer ring must be installed before assembly, install retainer now. Carefully bring both hardware components together (Figure 2 below), watching that the seal is positioned correctly in the gland. If a retainer ring must be installed after assembly, install retainer piece after both pieces are securely in place (Figure 3 below).
Installation diagram

Please note that the information above is intended to be used as a reference document only and should NOT be used as a basis for design specifications or quality control. The procedure described is standard and does NOT replace any specific procedure that may have been specifically developed and engineered for a customer's application. Omniseal® is a registered trademark. © 2025 Omniseal Solutions.