Application failures-Gap extrusion

Failure mode

Gap extrusion

Failure cause

Gap behind seal too big

Temperature

Unsuitable material / cross-section

Missing backup ring

Remedial measures

Decrease fit clearance

Add back-up ring

Replace by suitable seal material

Improve o ring cross section

Reduce pressure peaks

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