DBH 8894 radial shaft seal — 40 x 56 x 7

DBH 8894 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 8894 and any equivalents.

The DBH 8894 is a radial shaft seal that sits between a turning shaft and a stationary housing, keeping lubricant in and contaminants out. The code 8894 identifies one specific size, while the Lx designation describes how the sealing lip is built. It is a common wear item in gearboxes, pumps, motors and other rotating equipment where bearings need protection.

Reading the number: the seal measures 40.00 mm at the shaft, 56.00 mm at the housing bore and 7.00 mm in height. The Lx design is a single lip with a spring, meant for rotating shafts under permanent lubrication. The elastomeric lip rides against the shaft while the spring holds contact pressure, and the metal outer case keeps the fit in the bore. It is a standard replacement item in the radial seal category.

You will usually find it in gearboxes, centrifugal pumps, electric motors, speed reducers and conveyor rollers. Its job is twofold: hold the oil or grease inside the assembly and keep dust, water and particles out. As the lip wears, lubricant starts escaping and the bearing is left exposed, which is why the seal is worth checking whenever the equipment is opened up.

During installation, check that the shaft surface is free of burrs and deep marks in the contact zone and that the housing bore is clean and undistorted. Lubricate the lip before pressing it in, and use a tube of the right diameter so the metal case is not struck or deformed. Lubricant type, working temperature and shaft speed all influence selection; if those values are not known, the manufacturer's product page is the reference to consult.

For a quote on part number 8894, the fastest route is to send it along with the shaft, housing and height dimensions. A photo of the old seal showing its markings also helps confirm the size. With that information we can look for an alternative in the same series or from another brand we carry.

MR Industrial Accessories LLC supplies the DBH brand within its range of seals and radial shaft seals. Send the part number 8894 by WhatsApp or email and our team will reply promptly with a quote, and can also help you choose if you are unsure between two sizes or if the original seal is no longer available.