Spring Seals (S-seals)
Spring seals (also known as S-seals and all-in-one T-seals) comprise of a high modulus elastomer and two integrated anti-extrusion springs. They are used to effectively seal applications that are subject to:
- Large clearance gaps
- High pressure (bi-directional)
- Remote hardware makeup
- Restricted access for seal installation
- Chemical attack by oilfield media
PPE spring seals are available in unique combinations of elastomer materials not found elsewhere.
- Elastomers: HNBR, EnDura® FKM and Perlast® plus Perlast® ICE FFKM
- Springs: PEEK, Inconel Alloy or Stainless steel 316
Steel springs offer optimum strength, however PEEK springs are ideal for low wear applications where metal-to-metal contact with the housing is a concern.
PPE spring seals provide a versatile sealing system for bi-directional pressure applications in static conditions. Commonly used in place of T-seals, spring seals are much easier to install, especially in ROV and restricted access situations. Spring seals are symmetrical in their cross section and so they can be used in both rod or piston grooves.
FS seals are recommended as an alternative to Spring Seals for use against rough casing and when there is a large clearance between the mating parts of the wellhead. An FS seal typically has a larger cross section than a Spring Seal to increase the sealing force on the casing while the recess in the seal back controls the radial compression on the seal by allowing it to deflect when in contact with a larger or out-of-round casing section.
Spring seals can be manufactured in various standard or non-standard sizes allowing them to be retrofitted into existing O-ring grooves.
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