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IS/ISO 3939 (1977): Fluid Power Systems and Components -

Multiple Lip Packing Sets - Methods for Measuring Stack
Heights [PGD 16: Fluid Power]

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lndian Standard
FLUID POWER SYSTEMS P;‘ND COMPONENTS -
MULTIPLE LIP PACKING SETS - METHODS FOR
MEASURING STACK HEIGHTS

ICS 23.100.30;83.140

(QBIS 1997
BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS
MANAK BHAVAN, 9 BAHADUR SHAH ZAFAR MARG
NEW DELHI 110002

January 1997 Price Group 2

Basic Fluid Power Sectional Committee, PE 14

NATIONAL FOREW’ORD
This Indian Standard which is identical with IS0 3939 : 1977 ‘Fluid power systemsand components- Multiple
lip packing sets - Method for measuring stack heights’; issued by the International Organization for
Standardization (ISO) was adopted by the Bureau of Indian Standards on the recommendations of the Basic
Fluid Power Sectional Committee and approval of the Production Engineering Division Council.
The text of the IS0 standard has been approved as suitable for publication as Indian Standard without
deviation. Certain conventions are, however, not identical to those used in Indian Standard. Attention is
particularly drawn to the following:
Wherever the words ‘International Standard’ appear, referring to this standard, they should be read as
‘Indian Standard.

In this adopted standard reference appears to an International Standardfor which Indian Standard also exists.
The corresponding Indian Standard which is to be substituted in its place is listed below along with its degree
of equivalence for the editions indicated:

International Standard Corresponding Degree of

Indian Standard Correspondence

IS0 5598 : 1985 Fluid power - IS 10416 : 1992 Fluid power identical
system and components - system and components -
Vocabulary Vocabulary ( first revision )

For the purpose of deciding whether a particular requirement of this standard is complied with, the final value,
observed or calculated expressing the result of a test or analysis, shall be rounded off in accordance with
IS 2 : 1960 ‘Rules for rounding of numerical values ( revised)‘. The number of significant places retained in
the rounded off value should be the same as that of the specified value in this standard.
 IS/IS0 3939 : 1977

Indian Standard
FLUID POWER SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS -
MULTIPLE LIP PACKING SETS - METHODS FOR
MEASURING STACK HEIGHTS

0 INTRODUCTION This International Standard also specifies methods for

measuring stack height of multiple lip packing sets in order
In fluid power systems, power is transmitted and controlled that both supplier and user can determine that the sets are
through a fluid (liquid or gas) under pressure within an
to an acceptable dimensional standard.
enclosed circuit. Packing sets are used to contain the press-
urized fluid within components with movable elements. It is not the intention of this International Standard to
specify the dimensions for packing sets or their components,
Various methods are currently being used by different
since such dimensions depend on the material being used,
suppliers and users to measure the stack height of packing on the section and on the type of design.
sets. This frequently results in different values being ob-
tained, owing to the nature of the materials used for seals
and to the fact that a number of individual sealing rings are
2 REFERENCE
being measured together. Traditional measuring tools (for
example sliding calipers) cannot be accurately applied in IS0 5598, Fluid power - Vocabulary. ’)
such circumstances. In addition, results are greatly influ-
enced by the ability of the individual inspector.

Cylinder, valve and pump designers, quality control person- 3 DEFINITIONS

nel, and inspection personnel need accurate stack height
For definitions of terms used, see IS0 5598.
dimensions of multiple lip packing sets to do their work
effectively. By having these dimensions, users and sup-
pliers can work from a standard base when communicating
4 GENERAL
seal requirements. Inspection upon receipt is facilitated for
the user, as is final inspection for the supplier; and both 4.1 This International Standard describes three acceptable
have the opportunity of ensuring understanding concerning methods for determining the stack height of a multiple lip
what has been received and what has been supplied. Having packing set. Each method has distinct advantages and disad-
these dimensions also provides designers with an understand- vantages. However, there is a reasonable degree of corre-
ing and a means for determining final installation conditions. lation among these three methods, and users are advised to
consult their suppliers to determine which of the three
methods the supplier is currently using.
1 SCOPE AND FIELD OF APPLICATION

This International Standard specifies methods for measur- 4.2 It is recommended that the user consult the seal
ing sealing devices having more than one seal in the set. The supplier to ascertain the method of measuring used and the
sets are composed of homogeneous and/or fabric-reinforced applicable data, thus enabling the user to duplicate the
fluid power lip sealing rings of various configurations such supplier’s method or correlate results if supplier and user
as V, Y, U and W, with or without adapters. methods are different.

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 IS/IS0 3939 : 1977

4.3 The foliowing are some considerations tha? the user 4.4 Checking load
and the supplier should bear in mind rn determining which
method they propose to adopt. 4.4.1 A checking load (P) is required with each method.
The amount of the checking load depends on the shape
and material of the packing set and must be a value that
4.3.1 Method 7 nests the packing set components but does not deform
them. The load must be agreed to by the supplier and user
Unconfined (preferred): recommended for diameters up to
and can be determined as follows :
200 mm (approximately)

4.4.1.1 For method 1 and method 3, :he load can be

4.3.1.1 This method is very widely used by both suppliers
calculated from the mean diameter (D,) of the packing
and users throughout the world. This method, while usable
set, the nominal radial cross-section of the packing set
for larger (over 200 mm) diameter sets by measuring a
(C.S.) and a specific testing load (Pspec), i.e.
number of circumferential sections of the set, is the rec-
ommended method for smaller (under 200 mm) diameter
p = @,I (C.S.) Pspec)
sets.

4.4.1.2 For method 2, the load can be calculated from the

4.3.1.2 Essentially, only flat parallel plates and weights nominal radial cross-section (C.S.) of the packing set and
are required. See figure 1. a specific testing load (Pspec), i.e.

4.3.1.3 The user is cautioned that the resultant stack P = (C.S.) P&J
height under the checking load may not be the stack height
in the seal housing. 4.4.2 A preload is required for method 3 and, if desired by
the supplier and user, may be used with method 1 or 2.

4.3.2 Method 2 4.4.3 When calculating the checking loads, give consider-
ation to components of the test setup which may contrib-
Confined at one point : recommended for diameters over
ute to the applied load.
200 mm (approximately)

, 4.3.2.1 This method, while usable for smaller (under

200 mm) sets, is recommended for larger diameter sets.
5 METHOD FOR MEASURING STACK HEIGHT

4.3.2.2 The apparatus for this method is two parallel

rods or pillars mounted on a rigid base plate, with the gap 5.1 Method 1 : Unconfined
between the pillars being adjustable. See figure 2.
5.1.1 Centre the packing set on the lower plate of the
4.3.2.3 The user is cautioned that the resultant stack measuring device. A typical device is shown in figure 1.
height under the checking load may not be the stack height
in the seal housing. 5.1.2 Apply a preload, if desired, to seat the packing.

5.1.3 Apply the checking load (see 4.4) and measure the
4.3.3 Method 3
stack height.
Confined I.D. and O.D.

4.3.3.1 This method may be used for initial testing, and is

5.2 Method 2 : Confined at one point

normally correlated with method 1 or 2 for high quantity

production. 5.2.1 Set pillars to nominal radial cross-section of seal
housing. A typical device is shown in figure 2.

4.3.3.2 To use this method, a set of accurate I.D. (plug)

and O.D. (ring) gauges and a follower ring are required for 5.2.2 Insert the packing set, male adapter first, between
each size under consideration. The gauges are designed to the pillars of the device as shown in figure 3.
duplicate the relevant seal housing, providing a stack height
measurement which relates to that of the set in the seal 5.2.3 Ensure that the male adapter is in contact with the
housing. base plate of the device. Apply the checking load (see 4.4)
axially between the pillars.
4.3.3.3 Faulty readings may occur due to air entrapment
or excessive friction. This risk can be minimized by pro- 5.2.4 Measure the depth of set between the pillars. The
viding air ways in the gauges, by ensuring that the surface average of measurements at a number of equidistant points
finishes of users’ and suppliers’ gauges are identical and by shall be taken. The number of measurements shall be
maintaining clean, undamaged and dry gauges. agreed to by the supplier and user.
 IS/IS0 3939 : 1977

Checking load

Counterbalance

Lower

FIGURE 1 - Typical measuring device for method 1 and method 2

Checking load

-I-

FIGURE 2 - Typicel device for method 2 FIGURE 3 - Typicel setup for method 2

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5.3 Method 3 : Confined I.D. and O.D. between the seals, or abnormal friction between the
packing and the gauges. These can cause faulty readings.

5.3.1 Insert the packing set, female adapter first, into

the O.D. ring. 5.3.6 Remove the preload. Apply the checking load
(see 4.4) and measure the stack height.

5.32 Turn the assembly over. Insert the I.D. plug into the
set (from the female adapter end). See example in figure 4. 6 IDENTIFICATION STATEMENT [Reference to this
International Standard)
5.3.3 Insert the follower ring.
Use the following statement in test reports, catalogues and
sales literature when electing to comply with this Inter-
5.3.4 Centre the unit on the base plate of the measuring
national Standard :
device or fixture as used for method 1 (see figure 1). Apply
a preload to seat the packing. “The method of measuring conforms to method . of
IS0 3939, Fluid power systems and components - Multiple
5.3.5 Take care to ensure that there is no air entrapment lip packing sets - Methods for measuring stack heights. ‘I

Load

FIGURE 4 - Typical setup for method 3

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