Can You Calculate Seal Temperature Using Known Variables?

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To calculate the temperature of a seal using known variables like RPM, pressure, time, and coefficient of friction, one can start by determining the frictional force between the seal and the shaft. The frictional force multiplied by distance gives the work done, which translates to heat generated. This heat must be dissipated, and the method of heat rejection—whether through conduction, convection, or a fluid flow—needs to be considered. Understanding these principles allows for an estimation of the seal's temperature. This approach provides a foundational framework for the calculation.
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Is there an formula to calculate temperature on a seal if rpm, pressure, time and coefficient of friction are known? Thank you.

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Hi tall one. You can apply basic principals here. Do you know how to determine frictional force between the seal and shaft? Frictional force times distance is work. Work per unit time is power (ie: heat which must be dissipated). Once you have heat load, you need to figure out how that heat is being rejected. Either through simple conduction or convection or perhaps there's a fluid that's flowing past the seal that can carry that heat away. Hope that helps.
 
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