GLE range of

single
environmental
cartridge mechanical seals
301 and 303 series
GLE range of
single
mechanical cartridge seals
The balanced cartridge seal design uses less power and therefore
less fossil fuels to drive it than is required by standard unbalanced
seals and only 20% of the power requirement of pump packing.
As leakage is eliminated, corrosion problems to pump, bearing and
pump room are all greatly reduced.
All packing must leak to survive, whereas seals should be leak free.
This reduces environmental contaminants and disposal costs.
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-
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,
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Reference Issue 2LIT-GLESNGL/02 04/2006
GLE
301
single mechanical cartridge seals
the green issue
The 301 series including 301A and 301B are designed with a Carbon
restriction bush which is hydraulically loaded upon seal failure and acts to
restrict product leakage to the environment.
Also incorporated into the 301B version is a drain port to take away product
leakage to a safe area to be disposed of or recycled.
301 cartridge seals can be fully refurbished with most parts being re-used.
The 301C cartridge seal incorporates a back-up seal to reduce fugitive
emissions of noxious products into the environment.
The 301D cartridge seal incorporates a low pressure external mechanical
seal to reduce fugitive emission of noxious products into the environment.
301 series - technical specification
metal parts 316 Stainless Steel as standard. Alloy 276, Alloy 400, Alloy
20 also available.
springs Alloy 276
o-rings Viton

(Flurocarbon) as standard. Ethylene Propylene,

Kalrez

, Chemraz

and other elastomers available to order.

rotary face R-Carbon as standard, with A-Carbon, Tungsten Carbide
and Silicon Carbide available.
stationary Alumina Ceramic as standard, with Silicon Carbide (inserted
or solid) and Tungsten Carbide also available.
temperature -30C to 260C (-22F to 500F) dependent upon
limits specified elastomer and system configuration.
pressure 711mm HG Vacuum to 30 Bar (-28 HG - 440 PSI).
limits (301D 2 Bar maximum barrier pressure.
For higher pressure refer to 302)
Anti clog
The dynamic o-ring is self cleaning and moves onto
a clean area as seal faces wear. Components remain
free for longer seal life.
Springs out of fluid
The Alloy 276 springs are not in the pumped fluid
where they could corrode or clog, so remain effective
for the whole of the seal life.
No fretting of pump shaft
The seal sleeve o-ring is static on the shaft and
guaranteed never to fret the pump shaft or sleeve.
Balanced
The hydraulic balance of the seal face ensures
reduced face loading from pressure surges giving
cooler running and longer seal life.
Low turbulence wetted parts
The smooth contours of the wetted surfaces create
very little turbulence within the seal cavity for longer
lasting seal components in abrasive media use.
Environmental controls (301B only)
The quench and drain connections allow control of
the environment around the seal by quenching the
seal and providing a drain for both quench media
and seal leakage.
Flush (301A & 301B only)
The flush connection allows the pumped fluid to be
circulated from pump discharge to the flush, from
flush to pump suction, or into the flush from a higher
pressure external source. If flush is not to be used it
must be sealed with a 1/4" B.S.P. plug.
Restriction bush
The Carbon restriction bush serves three purposes:
to centre the gland on the shaft, to set the seal to
the correct working length and to restrict the seal
leakage when the seal eventually wears out. The
bush is passive until the leakage pressure
hydraulically loads it, thus restricting leakage to
the environment.
External clamping
The seal is automatically set to correct working
length with the external drive screws. No measuring
or clips are required.
Self aligning stationary
The patented self aligning stationary eliminates
fretting and spring fatigue, ensures good alignment
of seal faces and provides a good 'heat sink' for
cooler running with heightened face lubricity.
As the conditions of use are outside the control of first4seals the information contained within this brochure is given in good faith but without warranty. The above
temperature and pressure limits are individual maximum values for SOFT/HARD seal face combinations only. The values are provided for guidance only and are intended
for use by suitably qualified application engineers. It is recommended that all users contact the first4seals Technical Department for advice on any new application.
301, 301A & 301B - design features
GLE
301
single mechanical cartridge seals
301C & 301D - design features
Anti clog
The dynamic o-ring is self cleaning and moves onto
a clean area as seal faces wear. Components remain
free for longer seal life.
Springs out of fluid
The Alloy 276 springs are not in the pumped fluid
where they could corrode or clog, so remain effective
for the whole of the seal life.
No fretting of pump shaft
The seal sleeve o-ring is static on the shaft and
guaranteed never to fret the pump shaft or sleeve.
External lip seal (301C only)
A conical lip seal allows a low pressure convection
tank to be added, which protects the faces from
crystallisation, vacuum and dry running.
Balanced
The hydraulic balance of the seal face ensures
reduced face loading from pressure surges, giving
cooler running and longer seal life.
Low turbulence wetted parts
The smooth contours of the wetted surfaces create
very little turbulence within the seal cavity for longer
lasting seal components in abrasive media use.
Environmental controls
The quench and drain connections allow control of
the environment around the seal by quenching the
seal and providing a drain for both quench media
and seal leakage.
Barrier fluid seal (301D only)
An external low pressure (2bar / 30psi) seal
designed to retain the barrier fluid and provide
effective environmental control after internal seal
failure. The seal also sets the correct working length
and centres the gland during installation.
External clamping
The seal is automatically set to correct working
length with the external drive screws. No measuring
or clips are required.
Self aligning stationary
The patented self aligning stationary eliminates
fretting and spring fatigue, ensures good alignment
of seal faces and provides a good 'heat sink' for
cooler running with heightened face lubricity.
GLE
301A
dimensional information
Fixings available in 2 or 4 bolt.
Supplied with Flush port.
GLE
301
dimensional information
Fixings available in 2 or 4 bolt.
Supplied with no ports.
Flush connection (301C only)
The flush connection allows the pumped fluid to be
circulated from pump discharge to the flush, from
flush to pump suction, or into the flush from a higher
pressure external source. If flush is not to be used it
must be sealed with a 1/4 B.S.P. plug.
All dimensions in (mm) except #
301 series - size chart
d1 d2 d3 d4*pcd d5 L1 L2 S to S S
Imp.# Met. Rotary O.D. S/B I.D. Min Max Gland O.D. Inboard Outboard Slot to Slot Slot Width
5/8 16 33.2 35.0 55 70 80 25.4 41.5 45 10.0
3/4 18-20 36.2 38.0 58 75 85 25.4 41.5 48 10.0
7/8 22 39.4 41.0 60 80 90 25.4 41.5 50 10.0
1 25 42.6 44.0 66 85 95 25.4 41.5 54 12.7
1 1/8 28 45.7 47.0 69 85 100 25.4 41.5 57 12.7
1 1/4 30-33 48.9 50.0 72 95 105 25.4 41.5 60 12.7
1 3/8 35 52.8 54.0 76 95 110 25.4 41.5 64 12.7
1 1/2 38 56.0 57.2 85 100 120 25.4 46.6 73 15.8
1 5/8 40 59.2 60.3 85 100 120 25.4 46.6 73 15.8
1 3/4 43-45 62.4 63.5 94 115 135 25.4 46.6 81 15.8
1 7/8 48 65.5 66.7 94 115 135 25.4 46.6 81 15.8
2 50 68.7 69.9 105 130 150 25.4 46.6 92 15.8
2 1/8 53 71.9 73.0 105 130 150 25.4 46.6 92 15.8
2 1/4 55-58 75.1 76.2 110 145 165 25.4 46.6 97 15.8
2 3/8 60 78.2 79.4 110 145 165 25.4 46.6 97 15.8
2 1/2 63 84.2 85.7 126 150 175 27.2 55.9 110 17.5
2 5/8 65 87.4 88.9 126 150 175 27.2 55.9 110 17.5
2 3/4 70 90.5 92.0 126 150 175 27.2 55.9 110 17.5
2 7/8 - 93.7 95.2 143 165 190 27.2 55.9 127 17.5
3 75 96.9 98.4 143 165 190 27.2 55.9 127 17.5
3 1/8 80 100.0 101.5 143 165 190 27.2 55.9 127 17.5
3 1/4 - 103.2 104.7 156 175 200 27.2 55.9 136 20.6
3 3/8 85 106.4 107.9 156 175 200 27.2 55.9 136 20.6
3 1/2 - 109.6 111.1 156 175 200 27.2 55.9 136 20.6
3 5/8 90 112.8 114.3 171 196 215 27.2 55.9 152 20.6
3 3/4 95 116.0 117.5 171 196 215 27.2 55.9 152 20.6
3 7/8 - 119.1 120.6 171 196 215 27.2 55.9 152 20.6
4 100 125.5 130.0 181 211 230 27.2 61.1 162 20.6
4 1/8 105 128.6 133.0 181 211 230 27.2 61.1 162 20.6
4 1/4 - 131.8 136.5 181 211 230 27.2 61.1 162 20.6
4 3/8 110 135.0 139.7 190 221 240 27.2 61.1 171 20.6
4 1/2 115 138.2 142.9 190 221 240 27.2 61.1 171 20.6
4 5/8 - 141.3 146.1 190 221 240 27.2 61.1 171 20.6
4 3/4 120 144.5 149.2 201 231 250 27.2 61.1 181 20.6
4 7/8 - 147.7 152.4 201 231 250 27.2 61.1 181 20.6
5 125 150.8 155.6 201 231 250 27.2 61.1 181 20.6
GLE
301D
dimensional information
Fixings available in 2 or 4 bolt.
Supplied with Quench & Drain.
GLE
301B
dimensional information
Fixings available in 2 or 4 bolt.
Supplied with Quench, Drain & Flush ports.
* Based on the largest bolt diameter (specials can be produced).
GLE
301C
The addition of a conical lip seal (301C design, shown left) allows a low pressure convection
tank to be added, which protects the faces from crystallisation, vacuum and dry running.
Fixings available in 2 or 4 bolt. Supplied with Quench & Drain ports
Low turbulence wetted parts
The smooth contours of the wetted surfaces create
very little turbulence within the seal cavity for longer
lasting seal components in abrasive media use.
Balanced
The hydraulic balance of the seal face ensures
reduced face loading from pressure surges giving
cooler running and longer seal life.
GLE
303challenger
single mechanical cartridge seals
the green issue
303 cartridge seals can be fully refurbished, most parts being re-used.
application
Designed as a compact single cartridge seal to fit most pump installations, the
303 is an excellent general purpose sealing solution. The 303A
incorporates a flush connection as standard.
303 series - technical specification
303 & 303A - design features
metal parts 316 Stainless Steel as standard. Alloy 276, Alloy 400, Alloy
20 also available.
springs Alloy 276
o-rings Viton

(Flurocarbon) as standard; Ethylene Propylene,

Kalrez

, Chemraz

and other elastomers available to order.

rotary face R-Carbon as standard with Tungsten Carbide and Silicon
Carbide available to order.
stationary Alumina Ceramic as standard with Silicon Carbide (solid)
also available.
temperature -30C to 260C (-22F to 500F) dependent upon
limits specified elastomer and system configuration.
pressure 711mm HG Vacuum to 30 Bar (-28 HG - 440 PSI).
limits
Anti clog
The dynamic o-ring is self cleaning and moves onto
a clean area as seal faces wear. Components remain
free for longer seal life.
Springs out of fluid
The Alloy 276 springs are not in the pumped fluid
where they could corrode or clog, so remain effective
for the whole of the seal life.
No fretting of pump shaft
The seal sleeve o-ring is static on the shaft and
guaranteed never to fret the pump shaft or sleeve.
Flush connections (303A only)
The flush connection allows the pumped fluid to be
circulated from pump discharge to the flush, from
flush to pump suction, or into the flush from a higher
pressure external source. If flush is not to be used it
must be sealed with a 1/4 B.S.P. plug.
Setting and centring clips
Dual purpose. Remain fitted to seal
during installation and use.
External clamping
The seal is automatically set to correct working
length with the external drive screws. No measuring
or clips are required.
Self aligning stationary
The patented self aligning stationary eliminates
fretting and spring fatigue, ensures good alignment
of seal faces and provides a good 'heat sink' for
cooler running with heightened face lubricity.
As the conditions of use are outside the control of first4seals the information contained within this brochure is given in good faith but without warranty. The above
temperature and pressure limits are individual maximum values for SOFT/HARD seal face combinations only. The values are provided for guidance only and are intended
for use by suitably qualified application engineers. It is recommended that all users contact the first4seals Technical Department for advice on any new application.
d1 d2 d3 d4*pcd d5 L1 L2 S to S S
Imp.# Met. Rotary O.D. S/B I.D. (min) Min Max Gland O.D. Inboard Outboard Slot to Slot Slot Width
5/8 16 30.4 32 55 70 80 23.2 33.4 45 10.0
- 18 32.4 34 57 72 82 23.2 33.4 47 10.0
3/4 19 33.4 35 59 75 85 23.2 33.4 49 10.0
- 20 34.4 36 59 75 85 23.2 33.4 49 10.0
7/8 22 36.4 38 62 80 90 23.2 33.4 52 10.0
- 24 38.4 40 67 83 95 23.2 33.4 55 12.7
1 25 39.4 41 67 83 95 23.2 33.4 55 12.7
- 28 42.4 44 69 88 100 23.2 33.4 57 12.7
1 1/8 - 43.4 45 72 90 102 23.2 33.4 60 12.7
- 30 44.4 46 72 90 102 23.2 33.4 60 12.7
1 1/4 32 46.4 48 74 93 105 23.2 33.4 62 12.7
- 33 47.4 49 74 93 105 23.2 35.2 62 12.7
1 3/8 35 49.4 51 80 98 110 23.2 35.2 68 12.7
1 1/2 38 56.0 58 87 106 120 23.2 35.2 73 15.8
- 40 57.8 60 87 106 120 23.2 35.2 73 15.8
1 5/8 - 59.2 61 89 111 125 23.2 35.2 75 15.8
- 43 60.8 63 95 116 130 23.2 35.2 81 15.8
1 3/4 45 62.4 65 95 116 130 23.2 35.2 81 15.8
1 7/8 48 65.6 68 102 126 140 23.2 37.2 88 15.8
2 50 67.8 70 102 126 140 23.2 37.2 88 15.8
- 53 70.8 73 107 136 150 23.2 37.2 93 15.8
2 1/8 - 71.9 74 107 136 150 23.2 37.2 93 15.8
- 55 72.8 75 107 136 150 23.2 37.2 93 15.8
2 1/4 58 75.1 78 112 146 160 23.2 37.2 98 15.8
2 3/8 60 77.8 80 112 146 160 23.2 37.2 98 15.8
2 1/2 63 84.2 86 128 159 175 27.2 42.2 110 17.5
2 5/8 65 87.4 89 128 159 175 27.2 42.2 110 17.5
2 3/4 68-70 90.5 92 128 159 175 27.2 42.2 110 17.5
2 7/8 - 93.7 95 145 174 190 27.2 42.2 127 17.5
3 75 96.9 99 145 174 190 27.2 42.2 127 17.5
3 1/8 80 100.0 102 145 174 190 27.2 42.2 127 17.5
303 & 303A series - size chart
GLE
303
dimensional information
Fixings available in 2 or 4 bolt.
303 is supplied with no ports.
303A is supplied with Flush port.
All dimension in (mm) except # * Based on the largest bolt diameter (specials can be produced).
other seals in the GLE range: double cartridge seals
302 range
A range of double cartridge seals are available with Barrier Fluid and Safety Drain
connections to suit all application needs. See the GLE double seal literature for further details.
GLE
301&302
progressive cavity pump seals
the green issue
Cartridge seals can be fully refurbished with most parts being re-used.
application
Available as a single or double (302) seal to suit most progressive cavity
pumps. The existing pump stuffing box is replaced by the seal gland which is
designed to enhance product circulation around the seal.
301 & 302 progressive cavity pump seal - technical specification
301 & 302 progressive cavity pump seal - design features
metal parts 316 Stainless Steel as standard. Alloy 276, Alloy 400, Alloy
20 also available.
springs Alloy 276
o-rings Viton

(Flurocarbon) as standard, Ethylene Propylene,

Kalrez

, Chemraz

and other elastomers available to order.

rotary face R-Carbon as standard, with A-Carbon, Tungsten Carbide,
Silicon Carbide available.
stationary Alumina Ceramic, Silicon Carbide and Tungsten Carbide
are available.
temperature -30C to 260C (-22F to 500F) dependent upon
limits specified elastomer and system configuration.
pressure limits - media and barrier
711mm HG Vacuum to 30 Bar (-28 HG - 440 PSI).
It is recommended that the barrier pressure is 1 Bar (15 psi) greater than the media.
Anti clog
The dynamic o-ring is self cleaning and moves onto
a clean area as seal faces wear. Components remain
free for longer seal life.
Springs out of fluid
The Alloy 276 springs are not in the pumped fluid
where they could corrode or clog, so remain effective
for the whole of the seal life.
No fretting of pump shaft
The seal sleeve o-ring is static on the shaft and
guaranteed never to fret the pump shaft or sleeve.
Flush (301A and 301B only)
The flush connection allows the pumped fluid to be
circulated from pump discharge to the flush, from
flush to pump suction, or into the flush from a higher
pressure external source. If flush is not to be used it
must be sealed with a 1/4" B.S.P. plug.
Low turbulence wetted parts
The smooth contours of the wetted surfaces create
very little turbulence within the seal cavity for longer
lasting seal components in abrasive media use.
Environmental controls (not shown)
(301B, 301C, 301D & 302 only)
The quench and drain connections allow control of
the environment around the seal by quenching the
seal and providing a drain for both quench media and
seal leakage.
Restriction bush (single seal only)
The Carbon restriction bush serves three purposes:
to centre the gland on the shaft, to set the seal to
the correct working length and to restrict the seal
leakage when the seal eventually wears out. The
bush is passive until the leakage pressure
hydraulically loads the bush restricting leakage to
the environment.
External clamping
The seal is automatically set to correct working
length with the external drive screws. No measuring
or clips are required.
Self aligning stationary
The patented self aligning stationary eliminates
fretting and spring fatigue, ensures good alignment
of seal faces and provides a good 'heat sink' for
cooler running with heightened face lubricity.
Balanced
The hydraulic balance of the seal face ensures
reduced face loading from pressure surges giving
cooler running and longer seal life.
As the conditions of use are outside the control of first4seals the information contained within this brochure is given in good faith but without warranty. The above
temperature and pressure limits are individual maximum values for SOFT/HARD seal face combinations only. The values are provided for guidance only and are intended
for use by suitably qualified application engineers. It is recommended that all users contact the first4seals Technical Department for advice on any new application.
GLE is a trademark
first
seals
TM