SKF 260X300X20 HS8 V radial shaft seal

SKF 260X300X20 HS8 V is a reference of radial shaft seal, within Seals. Request a quote for 260X300X20 HS8 V via WhatsApp or email with the quantity you need; we respond promptly with the quote and equivalents.

The SKF HS V series radial shaft seal is an elastomeric lip seal designed for rotating shafts in industrial equipment. Its function is to retain lubricant inside the assembly and block the entry of dust, water or particles, protecting bearings and gears. It is press-fitted into the housing and works on the shaft with a flexible lip that compensates for small misalignments. It is a key part in pumps, motors, gearboxes and transmissions, where a sealing failure accelerates wear and drives up maintenance. MR Accesorios Industriales sells this line with technical advice so you can choose the right size and compound.

The HS V series designation is read in parts. The example part number 260X300X20 HS8 V first indicates the dimensions: inner diameter, outer diameter and width, in millimeters. Then comes the suffix HS8, which identifies the lip design and the rubber compound, and the final letter V, which indicates a construction variant within the category. In practice, when you send us the full part number we can interpret each block and verify interchangeability with other brands. The HS V series groups high-speed seals, designed for shafts that rotate fast and require low friction.

These seals are used in food, chemical, petrochemical and general manufacturing industries. Typical equipment: centrifugal pumps, electric motors, gearboxes, mixers, conveyors and process equipment. In Argentina we find them in food plants, meatpacking plants, tanneries and effluent treatment plants, where sealing prevents lubricant loss and product contamination. Also in maintenance shops that recondition imported or domestically manufactured machinery. Choosing the right compound makes the difference in environments with oils, greases or frequent cleaning.

To select a radial shaft seal, take into account the shaft diameter, rotation speed, working temperature and the fluid to be retained. The lip must rest on a ground and lubricated surface; before mounting, verify that there are no burrs or marks. Alignment between shaft and housing is critical: excessive misalignment shortens the life of the seal. Mounting is done with suitable tools, without hitting the lip, and with a little compatible grease. If the equipment works with a lot of vibration, consider a seal with greater rigidity or a design with an additional spring.

As for equivalences, radial shaft seals are identified by their dimensions and by the type of lip. When looking for a replacement, it is not enough for the diameters to match: the profile, the compound and the permissible speed must be compared. Brands such as SKF, NSK, Timken or NTN have equivalent lines, but the suffixes change and they are not always interchangeable without verification. At MR Accesorios Industriales we help you cross-reference the part number and find the option that best suits your equipment. Send us a photo of the old part or the engraved part number and we'll review it.

If you need a quote for an SKF HS V series radial shaft seal, write to us by WhatsApp with the full part number and the quantity. We'll reply with the quote and the alternatives. We know the applications of each industry. MR Accesorios Industriales is in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and serves the whole country. Don't hesitate to ask us about special sizes or recurring maintenance orders.