What is a split mechanical seal? A mechanical seal is a device used to contain fluid within a vessel where a rotating shaft passes through housing, or sometimes where housing rotates around a shaft. These vessels are usually pumps, mixers, agitators, grinders, etc. The purpose of a mechanical seal is to allow the shaft to rotate freely ... Continue reading Using Split Mechanical Seals - Splitex by EagleBurgmann →The post Using Split Mechanical Seals - Splitex by EagleBurgmann appeared first on Gallagher Fluid Seals, Inc..