What are Elastomer Bellows?
Elastomer bellows are flexible, moulded sealing components made from rubber-like materials. In mechanical seal applications, they provide a leak-proof, self-aligning seal around rotating shafts. An elastomer bellows mechanical seal is a popular solution for general-purpose pumping equipment, offering cost-effective reliability without the need for secondary components like springs. These seals are particularly effective in low-pressure and non-corroding environments where ease of installation and flexibility are important.
What are Elastomer Bellows Used For?
Elastomer bellows mechanical seals are widely used in the high-volume machinery and rotating equipment, such as water and wastewater systems, chemical processing, mining and mineral slurry pumps and oil and gas applications.
John Crane offers a range of elastomer bellows engineered to address specific operational challenges, from handling slurry in mining environments to simplifying maintenance in large rotating equipment. With cartridge options, such as the Type 4111, installation and replacement are quick, reducing labour and downtime in mission-critical environments.
