should the black gasket seals have anything applied to them when sealing up the system? right now im just using the gasket and the metal...no grease, silicon etc.....I dont believe I am supposed to use anything but figured I would ask as somewhat simple question here. thanks.
seals on a closed loop system
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OilHead
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No, keep them as clean as possible though. Are they viton or buna-n gaskets? I use isopropanol to clean the viton gaskets but it does eat at it a bit. Check Cole-Parmer's chemical compatibility for compatibility with certain solvents.
Here's a link : https://www.coleparmer.com/Chemical-Resistance
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Fadedawg
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No lubricant required on sanitary seals. Lubricant is applied to O-rings that are subjected to wiping motion, versus simple compression.
I use Viton because it also stands up to the denatured alcohol I use to clean them.
https://www.coleparmer.com/Chemical-Resistance
chemphlegm
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I use a spot of (olive)oil on my o rings