Which of the devices listed is used to...

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Which of the devices listed is used to maintain a snug interface between the rotating and stationary seal members shown in the illustration? Illustration GS-0071

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Question 1 of 27070

Which of the devices listed is used to maintain a snug interface between the rotating and stationary seal members shown in the illustration? Illustration GS-0071

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🔍 Key Concepts

• Mechanical face seals have a rotating seal ring and a stationary seal ring that must be kept pressed tightly together to prevent leakage. • Some parts transmit torque or hold components in place, while other parts provide an axial force to keep the sealing faces in snug contact as they wear. • In this illustration, look for the component that can flex or compress in the axial direction to keep pressure on the two seal faces.

💭 Think About

• Which of the listed devices is specifically designed to push two parts together and keep a constant sealing pressure as surfaces wear or move slightly? • Which items from the list mainly serve to lock parts against rotation or hold them in position, rather than to press them together? • In the drawing, which component is located behind the seal faces and could continue to apply force as the seal faces wear down?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify which choice can provide a continuous axial force to maintain face contact. • Eliminate any choices that mainly provide anti-rotation or simple mechanical retention rather than pressure. • Confirm on the illustration which device is in direct line with the sealing faces and would move with them to keep the interface snug.