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Centrifugal Pump Seal for Food Application APV W Series
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Centrifugal Pump Seal for Food Application APV W Series

Model: GW 160

Seal Size: 25mm & 35mm

Features:

•   Mechanical seal for APV® "W" series pumps

•   Cartridge design, factory pre-assembled

•   Constructed with corrosion-resistant materials

•   Precision sealing faces for reliable performance

•   Viton or EPDM for broad fluid compatibility

•   Bi-directional operation capability

•   Cost-effective alternative to AWS & T0WU models

    This robust OEM mechanical seal is engineered as a direct replacement for APV centrifugal pumps, ensuring dependable performance in critical hygienic processing applications. It is particularly well-suited for:

       •   Dairy and liquid food processing lines
       •   Beverage and brewery transfer systems
       •   Sanitary fluid handling applications
       •   CIP (Clean-in-Place) and SIP (Steam-in-Place) processes
       •   Pharmaceutical and bio-processing equipment


    DETAILS & SPECIFICATIONS

    Product Detail

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    The GW 160 is an OEM mechanical seal designed as a direct replacement for APV "W" series pumps, widely used in hygienic processing industries. It features a precision-engineered sealing face combination—carbon versus silicon carbide (SiC)—ensuring reliable performance under continuous operation. The seal comes pre-assembled, minimizing installation time and reducing the risk of error.

    Suitable for handling a variety of media including dairy products, beverages, CIP fluids, and mild chemical solutions, this mechanical seal offers excellent wear resistance and thermal stability. Its design ensures compliance with sanitary standards, making it a dependable choice for applications requiring frequent washdowns and steam sterilization.

    Compatibility & Equivalents

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    • Compatible Pumps: APV "W" series centrifugal pumps
    • AESseal®: T0WU
    • Sterling®: SW
    • Flowserve (Pac. seal) ®: AWS

    All listed equivalents are interchangeable with the GW 160, offering the same dimensional fit and operational performance.

    Material and Operating Range

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    Materials of Construction:
    • Rotary Ring: Carbon / Silicon Carbide (SiC)
    • Stationary Ring: Silicon Carbide (SiC)
    • Secondary Seals: VITON or EPDM
    • Metallic Parts: SUS304 / SUS316 Stainless Steel
    • Custom material configurations are available upon request. l


    Operating Parameters:
    • Temperature Range: -20°C to +180°C
    • Pressure: Up to 1.6 MPa
    • Applicable Media: Water, steam, dairy products, juice, beer, syrups, cleaning solutions, and other non-abrasive process fluids.

    Installation Dimensions

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    GW160
    Seal sizes 25mm and 35mm are available as standard. For custom dimensions or detailed CAD drawings, contact our technical team with your pump model and shaft specifications.

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