D-Ring Seals
Suitable for
- Light dynamic applications.
- Applications where the sealing solution is subjected to torsion during assembly/operation.
Not suitable for
- High speed dynamic applications.
- Applications where low closing force is required.
Advantages
- Stable sealing solution with high resistance to rolling in dynamic applications.
- High resistance to spiral failure.
- D-rings fit in existing O-ring grooves.
How do D-Rings work?
A D-ring is an elastic part placed between two parts and then squeezed to fill up the gap between the two parts. When the ring is pressurised, it’s forced to “flow” within the groove toward the clearance gap.
The D-ring has a flat surface to prevent twisting during movements. After installation, the ring is slightly compressed to seal at low pressures.
Technical Specifications
Movement type
Static, Light dynamic rotating/reciprocating
Available sizes
Any size available upon request.
Temperature range
NBR: -40° to +108° C
EPDM: -55° to +155° C
FKM: -25° to +204° C
Hardness range
Static: 70 +/-5 Shore
Rotating: 90 Shore
Available materials
NBR, EPDM, FKM, CR, FVMQ, HNBR, FFKM, PU, VMQ
Available compliances
KTW, USP, NSF 51 61, WRC, WRAS, FDA, R67 01
Available standards
DIN11851
D-Ring Types
TYPE DP
Type DP can be used in piston grooves for effective sealing in static to light dynamic applications.
Movement type:
- Static
- Light dynamic rotating/reciprocating
TYPE DR
Type DR can be used in rod housing/grooves for effective sealing in static to light dynamic applications.
Movement type:
- Static
- Light dynamic rotating/reciprocating
TYPE DF
Type DF can be used in flange/face grooves for effictive sealing in static applications
Movement type:
- Static
Materials
Please refer to our material database.
Alternatives
Lower closing force?
Hollow O-rings
Hollow O-rings are an alternative to D-rings, when low closing force is required.
Dynamic applications?
X-rings
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