Fluidlexikon

Gap extrusion

Property of an elastomer seal to become squeezed behind the seal under the influence of pressure in the sliding gap, causing damage to the seal (Figure S 65).

Remedy: Another material back ring made of low-wearing plastic.

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Figure S 65: Gap extrusion in the case of O-rings (a); remedy (b)