Ingersoll-Rand 47685788001 O-Ring for Air Compressor Parts

An O-Ring is a torus (doughnut-shaped) mechanical seal designed to be seated in a groove and compressed between two or more parts, creating a barrier at the interface. This simple yet highly effective component prevents the leakage of fluids (liquids or gases) and the ingress of contaminants under a wide range of pressures and temperatures.

• Fluid Sealing: Preventing the internal leakage of hydraulic fluid, fuel, water, air, or other gases and liquids.
• Contaminant Exclusion: Blocking external contaminants like dirt, dust, and moisture from entering a system.
• Pressure Retention: Maintaining system pressure by sealing the clearance between mating components.
• Vibration Dampening: Acting as a cushion in some applications to absorb minor vibrations.

1. Installation: The O-Ring is placed in a gland (a specially designed groove).
2. Compression (Sealing Force): As the mating parts are assembled, the O-Ring is compressed, deforming its cross-section.
3. System Pressure Activation: When system pressure is applied, it forces the O-Ring to deform further into microscopic clearances.
4. Self-Energizing Seal: Pressure-enhanced deformation increases sealing force, making it effective even at very high pressures.

• Size: Defined by Inside Diameter (ID) and Cross-Section (CS)
• Tolerance: Dimensional accuracy per standards like AS568B or ISO 3601
• Material: Nitrile (Buna-N), Viton® (FKM), EPDM, Silicone (VMQ), PTFE
• Hardness: Measured on Shore A scale (e.g., 70 Shore A)
• Temperature Range: Varies by material (Nitrile: -40°C to +120°C; FKM: -20°C to +200°C)
• Pressure Range: Can seal from vacuum to over 10,000 psi with proper design

• Aerospace: Hydraulic systems, fuel valves, engine components
• Automotive: Fuel injectors, engines, transmissions, air conditioning systems
• Fluid Power: Hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, valves, pumps, and manifolds
• Plumbing: Faucets, valves, and pipe connections
• Food & Beverage: Process equipment, filling machines (requires FDA-approved materials)
• Medical: Devices, pumps, and connectors (requires USP Class VI certified materials)

• Precision Manufacturing: Produced to exacting tolerances for perfect fit and reliable performance
• Material Expertise: Comprehensive range of high-quality elastomer compounds
• Extensive Inventory: Vast array of AS568 and metric standard sizes for immediate delivery
• Quality Assurance: Rigorously tested for dimensions, hardness, and material properties
• Technical Support: Assistance with gland design review and material selection

To select the correct O-Ring, please provide:

• Size Standard (e.g., AS568 Number like -112, or Metric ID x CS)
• Compound/Material (e.g., Nitrile, Viton, EPDM)
• Application Details (e.g., Hydraulic Fluid Seal, Static Water Seal)
• Operating Conditions: Fluid media, temperature, and pressure

Don't let a small part cause a big failure. Ensure system integrity with our high-performance O-Rings. Contact our team for expert guidance and a quote today.