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4. Glossary
mechanical face seals; garniture d'étanchéité mécanique
The term "mechanical face seals" refers to sealing devices for rotating shafts formed by two rings in contact on their end surfaces perpendicular to the axis of rotation. They come in a wide variety of technological designs, suitable for a wide range of applications and fluids. Also known as radial face seals.
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