Tite-seal® Gasket & Joint Sealing Compound For Generator End-shields

Nov. 4, 2012 - PRLog -- The generator rotor bearings, the hydrogen shaft seals, and oil passages supplying oils to these parts, are contained and/or supported by the outer end shields. The end shields are split on the horizontal center line facilitating their removal.  The joints between the shield halves and the joints between the shields and  the stator frame are to fitted and provided with grooves for the insertion of a sealing compound, to seal the hydrogen gas in the generator casing. The application requires a sealant to be pumped in through the channel by a air dispensing equipment.  This product is intended to remain in a putty-like state indefinitely, and will swell slightly when in contact with most fuels, tightening the seal in service.

Tite-seal is a sealant material designed to be injected into channels to form a watertight seal and provide hydrogen sealing in the end-shields.  It is designed to survive harsh environments where most conventional sealants fail. It is highly resistant to contact with solvents, fuels, oils, and many industrial chemicals. Upon exposure to common fuels, this sealant will swell slightly, tightening the seal during service. Its a non-curing product and can withstand immersion in fuels.

The Sealant used for this application is Tite-Seal (R) a product of Radiator Specialty USA and available in India. The product is approved by GE and BHEL.