SKF GA 16X26X5X8 hydraulic seal
- Brand
- SKF
- Category
- Seals
- Subcategory
- Hydraulic seals
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Description
SKF GA 16X26X5X8 belongs to hydraulic 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 GA 16X26X5X8 and any equivalents.
The GA series from SKF is a single-lip radial shaft seal built for hydraulic cylinder rods. It holds pressurized fluid in and keeps contaminants out, with an elastomer body and a sealing lip that rides directly on the rod surface. In industrial hydraulic systems, it is one of the parts that determines whether equipment keeps running or goes down for repair.
A GA part number carries the size information. Taking GA 16X26X5X8 as an example, the four figures are given in millimeters: bore diameter 16 mm, outer diameter 26 mm, overall height 5 mm and lip height 8 mm. Reading the code this way lets you confirm the configuration before ordering. For a replacement, all of these values have to line up with the housing and the rod.
GA seals appear in agricultural cylinder work, road equipment, hydraulic presses, lifting systems and power transmission, as well as in metallurgical, mining and construction operations where conditions are demanding. The design handles moderate to high pressures and holds up reasonably well against wear and weather.
Selection should account for the hydraulic fluid in use, the working temperature and the system pressure. Cleanliness at installation matters: a single particle can damage the lip and start a leak. Verify the rod is free of burrs and scratches, lubricate the seal before fitting it, and keep the rod and housing aligned so no lateral force reaches the lip. During maintenance, inspect the rod surface and swap the seal out if it has hardened or been cut.
Several manufacturers offer hydraulic seals that can stand in for the SKF GA series. Whether a substitute works depends on matching dimensions and lip type, not on a similar-looking part number; actual measurements and service conditions have to be compared. MR Industrial Accessories LLC supplies seals and can point you to a suitable option, from SKF or another brand that meets the requirement. For a quote, send the complete part number by WhatsApp or email and the team will reply promptly; if the designation is unclear or you need an equivalent, they can help you sort it out.
Dimensions
Dimensions and tolerances: Message us the part number on WhatsApp and we'll verify its dimensions and version with the manufacturer's datasheet.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I identify the GA seal I need?
- Read the number marked on the old seal, or measure the rod diameter, the housing diameter and the heights. Those values in millimeters form the GA part number. If nothing is legible, send the measurements on WhatsApp and we will help identify it.
- How is a GA seal different from other hydraulic seals?
- It is a single-lip radial shaft seal for rods, with a geometry that seals against both the rod and the housing. Piston seals, O-rings and other types serve different purposes and have different shapes, so the choice follows the application and the space available.
- Can an SKF GA seal be replaced by another brand?
- Yes, when the dimensions and lip type are compatible. Do not go by the part number alone; compare the actual measurements and the operating conditions. We can advise on a reliable alternative that does the job.