O-Ring Maintenance & Repair Guide
O-Ring Maintenance Checklist
Extend seal life with proactive inspection, proper storage, and precise replacement workflows tailored to industrial environments.
Step 1: Inspection & Diagnostics
- Visual check for cracking, swelling, flat spots
- Measure groove wear using feeler gauges or digital calipers
- Document dash numbers and material codes for replenishment
Recommended Tools
- Digital caliper with Β±0.01 mm accuracy
- Optical magnifier for micro-crack detection
- AS568 Maintenance Kit inventory log
Step 2: Replacement Protocol
- Clean groove with lint-free wipes and compatible solvent
- Lubricate using system-approved grease; avoid silicone where incompatible
- Install using tapered tools to prevent twisting; confirm 15β20% compression
Use our O-Ring Size Calculator to verify compression and stretch percentages before install.
Step 3: Storage & Replenishment
- Store kits at 15β25β―Β°C, humidity < 65%, away from UV
- Rotate stock quarterly, track shelf life per ASTM D6147
- Set thresholds for automatic replenishment via kit subscription
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