Level 2 is broken into 5 modules with short tests at the end of each module. By completing Level 2 you will gain an understanding of the following:
- Seal Face Materials: how they have developed, how they are manufactured and a comparison of their properties, selecting the correct face combination
- Elastomer Material: the different Material options, their properties and usage
- Set screw materials
- Seal face design; the difference between shrunk fit and monolithic faces, face rotation and drive mechanism design
- Understanding hydraulic balance
- Bellows seals design basics, methods of manufacture and the benefits of welded v rolled design
- Difficulties when sealing hot water; Improving vapour / pressure margins, suitable API plans
- Removing heat from dual seals; Seal Auxiliary Systems;
- Understanding mechanical seal component failure and causes
- Basics of Seal Failure Analysis
