How to measure an O Ring?
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O Ring measuring techniques O Rings are round mechanical devices that prevent liquid or gas from leaking through an opening. As time passes, these elastomers may wear out and need to be replaced. A good fit is critical when planning to replace an O Ring. Measuring an O Ring is relatively easy – 3 measurements need to be taken – […]
Read MorePrecision Polymer Engineering Channel Partner Meeting 2019
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M Barnwell Services Darren Barnwell (Director) and Steve Bane (Purchasing) attended Precision Polymer Engineering’s EMEA Strategic Channel Partner Meeting at their HQ in Blackburn. At the two-day event, the M Barnwell Services team learnt more about IDEX’s new range of materials and products and their forthcoming strategies. Darren Barnwell said “We have a very close and special relationship with IDEX […]
Read MoreISO3601-3
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ISO3601-3: Quality acceptance criteria ISO3601-3 defines the quality acceptance criteria for O Rings used in fluid systems, the sizes of which are standardized in ISO3601-1 and ISO3601-2. This section of ISO3601 additionally specifies and classifies surface deficiencies on O Rings and defines the maximum satisfactory limit for these deficiencies. ISO3601-3 is also suitable to O Rings used in aerospace construction. […]
Read MoreBondloc Special Offers
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Limited Time Bondloc Special Offers! VALID FROM: Tuesday 5th March TO: Friday 26th April From Tuesday 5th March we will have fantastic prices on quality Bondloc products, but be quick – Limited Stock. View the flyer here. Bondloc Products on offer include: B243 Threadlock – SAVE 50% MS58 Water Resistant Sealant – SAVE 8% B496 Cyanoacrylate Adhesive – SAVE 50% B3295 Structural […]
Read MoreISO3601-2
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ISO3601-2: Housing dimensions for general applications ISO3601-2 defines the gland (housing) dimensions for class A O Rings for standard industrial installations compliant to ISO3601-1, also for gland (housing) dimensions for class B O Rings used in preferred metric-sized hardware such as piston rods. Above mentioned O Rings are used in standard pneumatic and hydraulic installations with or without back-up rings […]
Read MoreTwenty-Five Years of Service
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Twenty-Five Years of Service at M Barnwell Services M Barnwell Services, the UK’s leading independent manufacturer, stockist and distributor of fluid sealing products and services has recently celebrated the long service achievement for one of its loyal employees. Big congratulations go to Paul Radburn for completing his 25 years’ service at the company. In achievement for his 25 years’ service, […]
Read MoreISO3601-1
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ISO3601-1: Inside diameters, cross-sections, tolerances and designation codes ISO3601-1 specialises in the inside diameters, cross-sections, tolerances and designation codes for O Rings used in fluid power systems for aerospace and standard industrial installations. Inside diameters, Cross-sections & Tolerances Tolerances and dimensions defined are adequate for any rubber material if the right tooling is obtainable. In this part of ISO3601, the […]
Read MoreFeatures of Mechanical Seals
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Features of a Proper Mechanical Seal Features of Mechanical Seals – Mechanical seals come in an extensive number of structures. Particular designs vary in the method they are operated, the selection of subsidiary seals, and the positioning of the springs. Each mechanical seal has been designed to suit some standards in regards to installation, value, fit simplicity, and ability to […]
Read MoreTypes of Hydraulic Seals
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Hydraulic Seals Types Hydraulic and Pneumatic Seals are moulded according to working temperature, cylinder speed, cylinder operating pressure, working application, and medium. They are usually non-metallic, quite soft rings placed in a housing, or arranged in a mixture of rings creating a sealing unit. This is to separate or block liquid in applications that involve reciprocating motion. Hydraulic seals are […]
Read MoreISO3601 Overview
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ISO3601 Overview – ISO3601-1, ISO3601-2, ISO3601-3, ISO3601-4 and ISO3601-5 ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a global federation of national regulations bodies. ISO3601 is a standard. ISO3601 – Fluid Power Systems – O Rings The Fluid Power Systems, power is remitted and directed via a fluid (gas or liquid) under stress inside a closed circle. To avert leakage or […]
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