Glossary of Pump Terms: G
Galvanic series
A list of metals with those on the top of the list being attacked
by those lower down in the list. The father apart on the list,
the faster the attack.
Gasket
Used between two static surfaces to provide a seal. Made from
a variety of deformable materials.
Gland
The part that holds one half of the mechanical seal and attaches
to the stuffing box.
Grease seal
A spring loaded elastomer seal commonly used to seal bearings. Sometimes
called a "lip seal". Not a good choice for sealing the
bearing casing of a pump. A labyrinth or face seal would be a better
choice.
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