Why should we replace oil seals regularly?

The role and importance of the oil seal

The main function of the breaker oil seal is to prevent hydraulic oil leakage and maintain the sealing and stability of the hydraulic system. As one of the key components of the hydraulic system, the performance of the oil seal directly affects the operating efficiency and life of the entire equipment.

 

Function of the oil seal

Prevent hydraulic oil leakage: The oil seal can effectively prevent hydraulic oil from leaking out of the hydraulic system.

Keep the hydraulic system clean: By preventing external contaminants from entering the hydraulic system, the oil seal helps maintain the cleanliness of the hydraulic oil.

The importance of the oil seal

Ensure equipment safety: Timely replacement of the oil seal can effectively prevent hydraulic oil leakage caused by aging or damage of the oil seal, thereby avoiding equipment damage and safety accidents.

Extend the service life of the equipment: Good oil seal performance can significantly extend the service life of the breaker and reduce maintenance costs.

 

The harm of not replacing the oil seal in time

Damage to the hydraulic system

Hydraulic oil contamination and aging: During the use of the breaker, dust can easily enter the cylinder along the steel drill, causing hydraulic oil contamination and aging. Failure to replace the oil seal in time will cause impurities in the hydraulic oil to accumulate, further accelerating the aging process of the hydraulic oil1.

High-temperature hydraulic oil and gas channeling: Since the breaker is a reciprocating and rapid impact motion, the oil return speed is fast and the pulse is large, which will cause the hydraulic oil to age faster. Failure to replace the oil seal in time may cause high-temperature hydraulic oil and gas channeling, and even damage the hydraulic pump in severe cases1.

Damage to internal components

Early strain on components such as pistons and cylinders: Failure to replace the oil seal in time, coupled with the substandard cleanliness of the hydraulic oil, will cause early strain failures on components such as pistons and cylinders. This early damage will seriously affect the normal operation of the breaker and may even cause greater failures2.

Damage to internal components: If the oil seal of the hammer is leaking and is not replaced in time, it will cause damage to internal components, increase maintenance costs and downtime4.

Impact on operational safety and efficiency

Operational safety risks: Damage to the oil seal may cause hydraulic oil leakage, increasing safety risks during operation. For example, leaking hydraulic oil may contact the operator, causing burns or other safety accidents.

Reduced work efficiency: Hydraulic system failures caused by damaged oil seals will affect the normal operation of the breaker and reduce construction efficiency. Frequent repairs and downtimes not only affect the construction period, but may also increase additional maintenance costs.

Recommended replacement cycle and maintenance measures

Recommended replacement cycle

Replace every 500 hours: It is recommended to replace the oil seal of the breaker every 500 hours during normal use. This recommendation is based on the high wear rate of the oil seal and the sealing requirements of the hydraulic system2.

Replace the leaking oil seal in time: When the oil seal leaks, it must be stopped and replaced immediately to avoid further damage1.

Maintenance measures

Install a return oil filter: Install a return oil filter on the pipeline of the breaker to filter the hydraulic oil returning to the hydraulic pump, which helps to reduce the pollution and aging of the hydraulic oil1.

Use a high-quality breaker: Choose a high-quality breaker with an accumulator to reduce the failure rate during use and reduce damage to the hydraulic system1.

Keep the pipeline clean: When installing the breaker pipeline, it must be cleaned and the inlet and return oil circuits must be circulated and connected to keep the pipeline clean to prevent impurities from entering the hydraulic system6.

Appropriate engine speed: Using a medium throttle can meet the working pressure and flow requirements of the breaker, and avoid abnormal heating of the hydraulic oil caused by high throttle operation1.

Through the above measures and suggestions, the harm caused by untimely replacement of the breaker oil seal can be effectively reduced, ensuring the normal operation and safe operation of the equipment.


Post time: Jan-22-2025

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