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A – Inner Bellows
Assembly
B – Primary Ring
C – Packing L
A
D – Inner Mating E
B
Ring
C
E – Flow Guide
D
F – Inner Gland H
G – Spiral Wound
Gasket I
H – Pumping Device
I – Outer Bellows
Assembly M
J – Packing K
Follower
K – Sleeve J
G
L – Outer Gland
M – Outer Mating
Ring
N – Setting Spacer F
Welded Metal Bellows Type 2609HTC/3609HTC
Product Description Performance Capabilities
• Type 1604HTC - Single stationary bellows cartridge seal • Temperature: –100°F to 800°F/–75°C to 425°C
Type C, Arrangement 1
• Pressure: vacuum to 300 psi(g)/20 bar(g)
• Type 2609HTC - Dual unpressurized rotating bellows • Speed: Type 1604HTC: up to 10,000 fpm/50 m/s
cartridge seal Type C, Arrangement 2 Type 2609HTC/3609HTC: up to 5000 fpm/25 m/s
• Type 3609HTC - Dual pressurized rotating bellows • Shaft size: 1.5" to 4.5"/30mm to 120mm
cartridge seal Type C, Arrangement 3
These dependable API 682 cartridge seals utilize two impres-
sive design innovations by incorporating high-temperature Design Features
corrosion resistant sealing (HTC) and unique high-tempera-
ture live-loaded (HTL) mating ring technology in dual seal • API 682 qualified
arrangements. This new design vastly enhances seal face • HTC technology
stability over conventional designs and can extend mean time
between repair (MTBR) in many services. • HTL mating ring technology provides exceptional face stability
Exceptional Face Stability • Sealide-C* advanced silicon carbide composite
The HTC primary seals, patent pending, incorporate specially • ID and OD pressure capability — withstands reverse
designed pressure compensating seal faces and thermally pressurization (Type 2609HTC/3609HTC)
compliant components that provide superior seal face stability
at elevated temperatures. With advanced HTL mating ring • All-Inconel metallurgy — meets NACE MR0175/MR0103
design, patent pending, seal face stability is achieved by • Dual scroll pumping device standard
eliminating any thermal and mechanical forces that can • Optional segmented spring-loaded carbon throttle bushing for
contribute to seal face distortion. The sealing interface remains effective containment (Type 1604HTC)
exceptionally stable in spite of thermal changes and adapts
to the wide range of temperature excursions inherent in high- • Retained mating ring available for vacuum service
temperature applications. (Type 1604HTC)
Corrosion Resistance
These all-Inconel® seals are ideally suited for applications that
contain organic acids (naphthenic acids) and sulfur com-
Inconel is a registered trademark of Inco Alloys International, Inc.
pounds that attack most other alloys at high temperatures.
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Typical Type 1604HTC API Type C Arrangement 1 - Single Cartridge
Retained Mating Ring for
Vacuum Service
A single stationary Type 1604HTC seal that contains a steam guide (steam deflector or anti-coking baffle) which directs steam
to the area where coke would tend to form and routes the steam to carry material away from the seal and seal faces.
Typical Type 2609HTC/3609HTC API Type C Arrangements 2 and 3 - Dual Cartridge
Dual Scroll Pumping Device
A dual seal with a Type 609HTC inner seal and Type 609 outer seal. Typically used with API Plan 52 or 53A/B/C.
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Typical Type 2609HTC/3609HTC API Type C Arrangements 2 and 3 - Dual Cartridge
Dual Scroll Pumping Device
A dual seal with a Type 609HTC inner seal and 609HTC outer seal. Typically used with API Plan 52 or 53A/B/C.
A dual seal arrangement with a diverter (option). Type 609HTC inner seal with a Type 609 outer seal. Typically used with API Plan 54.
A dual seal arrangement with a diverter (option). Type 609HTC inner seal with a Type 609HTC outer seal. Typically used with API Plan 54.
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Basic Pressure Rating
Type 1604HTC/2609HTC/3609HTC OD Pressure Rating Type 2609HTC/3609HTC ID Pressure Rating
NOTES: NOTES:
1.Basic pressure rating curve based on single-ply bellows. 1.basic pressure rating curve based on single-ply bellows.
2.Basic pressure rating curve is differential pressure applied to seal outside diameter. 2.For applications above 315°C/600°F and 13.8 barg/200 psig, consult John Crane.
3.For arrangement 3 seals, use differential pressure limits recommended in API 682/ISO 21049.
4.Consult John Crane for applications outside these limits.
The basic pressure rating is for a standard seal, as shown in the typical arrangement, when installed according to the criteria given in
this data sheet and generally accepted industrial practices.
The basic pressure rating assumes stable operation at 3600 rpm in clean, cool, lubricating non-volatile liquid with an adequate flush
rate. When used with the multiplier factors, the basic pressure rating can be adjusted to provide a conservative estimate of the dynamic
pressure rating.
Contact John Crane for process services outside this range for a more specific assessment of the dynamic pressure rating.
Multiplier Factors
Example for Determining Pressure Rating Limits:
Multiplier Seal: Type 1604HTC
Factors
SiC vs. SiC Size: 3.5"/89mm diameter
Selection Considerations T/C vs. SiC Product: high viscosity gas oil
Speed Up to 3600 rpm x 1.00 Face material: sealide-C vs. silicon carbide
Above 3600 rpm x (3600/speed) Operating temperature: 620°F/325°C
Sealed Fluid Petrol/Gasoline, Kerosene, or Better x 1.00 Operating speed: 3600 rpm
Lubricity Water and Aqueous Solutions (<176°F/80°C) x 0.75
Flashing Hydrocarbons (see Note 1) (see Note 2) Example for Determining Dynamic Pressure Rating:
The maximum pressure for a particular application is
Sealed Fluid Up to 175°F/80°C x 1.00 the lesser of the maximum pressure limit curve or the
Temperature Up to 250°F/120°C x 1.00 pressure calculated when the multiplier factors are
(see Note 3) Up to 400°F/205°C x 1.00 applied to the specific seal face material curve.
Up to 600°F/315°C x 1.00
Above 600°F/315°C (see Note 4) Maximum pressure limit curve:
283 psi(g)/19.5 bar(g) max. pressure
*The ratio of sealed pressure to vapor pressure must be greater than 1.5, otherwise
consult John Crane. If the specific gravity is less than 0.60, consult John Crane.
Hard face limit curve: 406 psi(g)/28 bar(g)
Calculated limit:
NOTES:
1. Specific gravity ≥0.6 and ratio of sealed pressure to vapor pressure >1.5.
406 psi(g)/28 bar(g) x 1.00 x 1.00 = 406 psi(g)/28 bar(g).
2. More details regarding the fluid and the operating conditions are required. At 3600 rpm with the service conditions noted, an
3. Temperature at the seal faces includes effects of flush, quench and cooling. 3.5"/89mm Type 1604HTC has a maximum operating
4. Contact John Crane for more information. OD pressure limit of 283 psi(g)/19.5 bar(g).
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Materials of Construction 1604 and 1604HTC
SEAL COMPONENTS 1604 MATERIALS 1604HTC MATERIALS
Description
Mating Ring Silicon Carbide Reaction Bonded Silicon Carbide Reaction Bonded
Primary Ring Premium Grade Carbon Sealide-C
(Tungsten Carbide Nickel Bound Option) (Tungsten Carbide Nickel Bound Option)
Primary Ring Adapter Alloy 42 (UNS K94100) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Adapter Alloy 625 (UNS NO6625) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Bellows Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Adaptive Hardware 316 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel
Static Seals Flexible Graphite Flexible Graphite
Materials of Construction 2609HTC and 3609HTC
SEAL COMPONENTS
2609HTC/3609HTC with 2609HTC/3609HTC with
Description TYPE 609 OUTER SEAL MATERIALS TYPE 609HTC OUTER SEAL MATERIALS
Inner Mating Ring Silicon Carbide Reaction Bonded Silicon Carbide Reaction Bonded
Inner Primary Ring Sealide-C (Tungsten Carbide Option) Sealide-C (Tungsten Carbide Option)
Inner Primary Ring Adapter Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Inner Adapter Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Outer Mating Ring Silicon Carbide Reaction Bonded Silicon Carbide Reaction Bonded
Outer Primary Ring Premium Grade Carbon Sealide-C (609HTC)
Outer Primary Ring Adapter Alloy 42 (UNS K94100) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Outer Adapter Alloy 625 (UNS NO6625) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Bellows Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718) Alloy 718 (UNS NO7718)
Adaptive Hardware 316 Stainless Steel 316 Stainless Steel
Static Seals Flexible Graphite Flexible Graphite
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HTL Mating Ring (High-Temperature Live-Loaded)
COMPONENTS MATERIALS
Description Standard
A Mating Ring Reaction Bonded
Silicon Carbide
B Compression Ring Silicon Carbide
C Z-Spring Alloy 718
D Packing Flexible Graphite
E Gasket Flexible Graphite
F Flow Guide 316 Stainless Steel
A E D B C F
HTL Mating Ring Technology
HTL technology utilizes a specially shaped mating ring, compression ring, and energized Z-Spring to “live-load” the secondary flexible
graphite packing and to control any radial and axial forces that may be imparted to the mating ring. By utilizing components with simi-
lar coefficients of thermal expansion and by eliminating contact with metal surfaces, the HTL mating ring design minimizes and/or
eliminates face distortion due to the relative differences in the thermal growth between components and by eliminating contact with
metal surfaces. There are no forces transferred from the gland to the mating ring ensuring face stability and face flatness.
The mating ring has dual pressure capability which enables it to operate dependably with either a higher pressure process or
barrier liquid at the outside or inside diameter location.
HTC Technology
The HTC seal provides an effective solution in sealing corrosive fluids at elevated temperatures by utilizing a complete all-Inconel
metallurgy and unique face seal technology that provides exceptional stability across a wide range of pressure/temperature conditions.
An effective means of ensuring seal reliability is by controlling seal face distortion, which directly affects the operating conditions at the
sealing surface. The HTC incorporates pressure compensating seal faces and thermally compliant components that ensure exceptional
seal face flatness stability which resists any compromising effects from temperature and pressure. Such exceptional face stability can
result in reduced leakage and longer seal life.
In dual seal arrangements, this rugged seal is capable of handling reverse pressurization. In a dual unpressurized bellows arrangement, the
primary seal is designed to contain a buffer reverse pressure. In a pressurized dual seal arrangement, the primary seal is normally operating
with reverse barrier pressure and is designed to contain the process pressure in the event of loss of barrier pressure.
The HTC has proven to be a superior design for high temperature, corrosive applications up to 800°F/425°C.
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Sealide-C Advanced Silicon Carbide Composite Primary Ring
Sealide-C is a state-of-the-art, sintered silicon carbide with low friction and the inherent lubricity of free graphite. This silicon carbide is
a tough, hard, heat resistant, long wearing, inert seal face material. When compared with other face materials, Sealide-C provides
improved corrosion resistance, improved thermal shock resistance, and lower running face temperatures.
Sealol Welded Metal Bellows Inconel
Design Features: Sealol Bellows Benefits: • Inconel 718 nickel-chromium iron alloy is excellent for use in
corrosive environments at elevated temperatures.
• Optimum 45° tilt angle • Uniform plate rigidity and
stress distribution • This heat-treatable alloy retains excellent mechanical properties
• Three-sweep radius
over a wide temperature range. Alloy 718 is utilized for the
• nesting ripple plate design • Enhanced fatigue strength
bellows plates and unique shell design and is the highest
• static secondary seal • Pressure-balanced by design strength bellows material available.
• light spring loads • Less heat • Meets NACE MR0175/MR0103 requirements.
• Lower power consumption
Recommendations for Viscous Fluids Typical Applications
0 - 3500 cSt: Hard face material • Hydrocarbons
3500 - 10,500 cSt: Consult John Crane • Aromatic fractionation products (benzene, toluene, solvents, etc.)
NOTE: SSU (Saybolt Universal Seconds) approximately equals cSt (centistoke)
• Crude oil fractionation products (fuel oil, lubricating oil, gasoline,
x 4.6347cP (centipoise) = cSt (centistoke) x specific gravity. etc.)
• Chemicals, caustics, some acids, aqueous solutions,
lubricating liquids
• Heat transfer fluids
Angular and Radial Movement
Excessive runout will have a detrimental effect on seal performance in the form of component wear or excessive leakage.
API 682 limits runout as follows:
• Centering of the seal is to be by a register fit. The register fit surface shall be concentric to the shaft and have a total indicated runout
(FIM) of not more than 0.005"/125 micrometers.
• Squareness of the seal chamber face to the shaft shall not exceed 0.0005" per inch of seal chamber bore (15 micrometers per cm).
• Runout of the sleeve outer diameter to the inner diameter shall be 0.001"/25 micrometers FIM.
• Shaft-to-sleeve diametrical clearance shall be 0.001" to 0.003"/25 to 75 micrometers.
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