Labyrinth seal

Details Labyrinth seal Labyrinth seal

1977-03-28

1982-09-28

Smith, Robert I.

Seal for a joint or juncture

Seal between relatively movable parts

Relatively rotatable radially extending sealing face member

F16J 15447

Patent

active

043515320

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for impeding the leakage of a fluid medium between the rotating and stationary components of a machine is disclosed. Disposed between the rotating and stationary components is a labyrinth seal including at least two throttle apertures to restrict the flow of the fluid medium across the seal. In one embodiment flow turning means direct fluid flowing from the first aperture into confronting relationship with flow approaching the second aperture.

REFERENCES:
patent: 1168002 (1916-01-01), Hirth
patent: 1689735 (1928-10-01), Losel
patent: 1756958 (1930-05-01), Schmidt

Affiliated with

Also associated with

Rating

Labyrinth seal does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this patent.

If you have personal experience with Labyrinth seal, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Labyrinth seal will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFUS-PAI-O-397172