Garter Springs

Garter Springs are coil springs fix end-to-end to provide a clamping force around an object.

Garter springs or Oil seal springs are commonly used to maintain the function of radial shaft seals by keeping the elastomer seals tight against the rotating shaft. Garter Springs are developed to operate in conditions where temperatures/pressures can vary and are very efficient at preventing leakage and contamination.

Applications are diverse including hydraulic pumps, washing machines, engine/transmission oil seals, electronics etc.

Materials available 

• Stainless Steel
• Carbon Steel
• Hastelloy
• Monel
• Inconel X-750
• Nimonic 90
• Elgiloy (Phynox)