Convert a pump from packing to an O-Pro® Barrier seal in a Viking Pump with the U-Plus™ bracket

Welcome, in this video we will guide you through the conversion from packing to an O-Pro® Barrier seal in Viking pumps with the U-Plus™ bracket. This video applies to these pump models…

Before you begin, please consult the appropriate technical service manual for safety information. A copy of the latest revision can be found on our website at vikingpump.com.

To begin, bend up the tang of the lock washer.

Replacing O-rings in an O-Pro® Barrier Seal

Welcome, in this video we will guide you through the replacement of O-Pro® Barrier seal o-rings in Viking pumps with the U-Plus™ bracket. This video applies to these pump models…
Before you begin, please consult the appropriate technical service manual for safety information. A copy of the latest revision can be found on our website at vikingpump.com.
To begin, bend up the tang of the lock washer.
Place a brass or hardwood bar into the port opening to keep the pump from turning.
Loosen and remove the locknut. Remove and discard the lock washer.

Change from a stuffing box seal to behind the rotor mechanical seal in a Viking Pump

Welcome, in this video we will guide you through the conversion from a stuffing box mechanical seal to a behind the rotor seal in Viking pumps with U-Plus™ bracket. This video applies to these pump models…

Before you begin, please consult the appropriate technical service manual for safety information. A copy of the latest revision can be found on our website at vikingpump.com.

To begin, remove the stainless-steel window guards from the bracket.

Quick Tip! Installing a Component Mechanical Seal in a Viking Pump with the U-Plus™ Bracket

Welcome, in this quick tip video we will guide you through the installation of a stuffing box component mechanical seal in Viking Pump’s with the U-Plus™ bracket. First, place the seal collar onto the shaft with the stepped side facing the end of the shaft. Insert a hex head wrench into the seal access hole and into a set screw to hold the seal collar in place. Install the seal installation sleeve with the taper toward the end of the shaft. Lubricate the shaft and inside of the rotary member of the seal.

How mechanical seals work in pumps

Mechanical seals are extremely common in the pumping industry - and come in a wide range of materials and options. In its simplest form, a single component mechanical seal has two faces that contact and create a seal. These seal faces are lapped to a smooth, high quality finish. One face rotates with the pump shaft - while the other is held stationary in the pump housing. Once a small amount of process liquid reaches the seal faces, a hydrodynamic liquid film is created - this is what forms the seal and lubricates the faces.

Packing

Typically consists of braided or formed rings that are compressed in the stuffing box of the pump. As the packing is tightened, it squeezes up against the shaft and the stuffing box wall to create the seal. Click here to view the Pump Report on this topic.

Sealless Mag Drive

Comprised of two independent shafts; one connects to the drive and other connects to the pumping elements. A magnetic coupling transmits the rotation of the drive shaft to the driven shaft inside the pump. Click here to view the Pump Report on this topic.