- rotating seal ring
- A rotating element of a mechanical seal.
Dictionary of automotive terms. 2015.
rotating seal ring
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seal ring — See rotating seal ring … Dictionary of automotive terms
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ring — A circular piece or band of metal. See balk ring blocking ring chainring chrome ring compression ring control ring D ring D ring dykes ring fire ring … Dictionary of automotive terms
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