DBH 5888Sil radial shaft seal — 55 x 80 x 10

DBH 5888Sil belongs to radial shaft seal, part of our Seals range. Tell us how many you need by WhatsApp or email and we'll get back to you promptly with a quote for 5888Sil and any equivalents.

The DBH 5888Sil is a radial shaft seal that sits in the housing and presses against the rotating shaft. Its job is to hold lubricant in and keep dust, water and particles out. The three dimensions to match are shaft 55 mm, housing 80 mm and height 10 mm, and the Lx design identifies a single lip with a spring. This seal is a common replacement item in gearboxes, pumps and transmission equipment, and MR supplies it within its seals and oil seals range.

The DBH 5888Sil is listed under its commercial code, and that code is what you should send when requesting a quote. The critical values are shaft 55 mm, housing 80 mm and height 10 mm. Lx refers to a single-lip seal with a spring, intended for rotating shafts that run with lubrication. DBH is one of the brands MR carries, so the seal arrives with its factory marking and traceability. Before fitting any oil seal, confirm all three dimensions: a small deviation can lead to leaks or a fit that is too tight.

Seals of this size show up in gearboxes, reducers, centrifugal pumps, electric motors, transmission shafts and process equipment that runs continuously. In each case the seal keeps oil or grease inside the assembly and blocks outside contamination. You will also find it on rollers, mixers and conveyors where the shaft turns on bearings and a dependable seal is required. Because it is a wear part, inspect the lip and spring whenever lubricant loss appears.

When selecting this seal, check that the shaft diameter matches the wear track and that the housing bore is free of burrs and scratches. The Lx design handles moderate peripheral speeds and calls for a shaft surface with the right hardness and roughness; if the shaft is grooved, a repair sleeve is an option. At installation, coat the lip with the same oil used in the equipment, press the seal in squarely and avoid hitting it directly. Using the correct installation tool lowers the risk of deforming the seal.

If you need a replacement for the DBH 5888Sil, the quickest route is to send the complete code, the brand and the shaft, housing and height dimensions. With that information we can search for an alternative in the same series or from another brand we supply, keeping the critical dimensions unchanged. We can also advise you if the Lx design is not the best match for your application and a different lip style or material should be considered.

To request a quote for the DBH 5888Sil oil seal, send the code by WhatsApp or email. We will come back with the options that suit your equipment. MR supports factories, plants and maintenance teams with technical guidance and products from recognized brands.