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Product Installation: The SKF SPEEDI-SLEEVE

Installing an SKF SPEEDI-SLEEVE is a straightforward process that can significantly enhance your crankshaft’s sealing surface. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to install it:

Start by cleaning the counter surface of the seal on the shaft. Make sure to file down any burrs or rough edges.
Measure the diameter of an unworn section of the shaft where the sleeve will fit, taking readings at three different points and averaging the results. Ensuring the mean diameter falls within the specified range for your sleeve size guarantees a secure fit, negating the need for adhesives.
Identify the correct position for the sleeve to cover the seal wear track. This means accurately marking the spot or measuring carefully, ensuring the sleeve completely overlaps the worn area rather than merely sitting flush with the shaft's end.
For shallow grooves, further filling is unnecessary. However, you may opt to apply a light coat of a non-hardening sealant (like Loctite 209) to the sleeve’s inside diameter, carefully cleaning any excess sealant from the shaft or sleeve's outer surface.
If dealing with deep scoring on the shaft, fill these grooves with a powdered metal epoxy filler. Make sure to install the sleeve promptly before the filler hardens, letting the sleeve push away the excess during installation. Clean any leftover filler from the outer diameter of the sleeve afterward.
Insert the sleeve onto the shaft starting with its flange end. Then, position the installation tool over the sleeve.
Gently tap the central area of the installation tool until the sleeve adequately covers the worn seal surface. If your tool is too short, you can use a length of pipe with a squared-off, burr-free end, ensuring the pipe’s inner diameter matches that of the tool.
Leave the flange intact unless clearance is necessary. If removal is desired, cut the flange cleanly along the tear-off groove using metal shears, avoiding damage to the sleeve’s finished surface.
Once the sleeve is positioned, check for any remaining burrs that could threaten the seal.
Lubricate the sleeve with the system's medium prior to its installation.
Finally, proceed with installing the seal.

To ensure you select the right sleeve size, it’s essential to clean the shaft thoroughly and measure the diameter of an undamaged section of the counterface in multiple planes. The average of these measurements will determine the appropriate SKF Speedi-Sleeve size. If the result falls within the acceptable range specified in our product table, the sleeve will fit snugly without requiring an adhesive.

The SKF SPEEDI-SLEEVE presents an effective solution for restoring worn shafts. It is a time-saving choice compared to remetalizing or regrinding, promising improved sealing. With a thickness of just 0.011 inches (0.28 mm) and made from high-quality stainless steel, SKF SPEEDI-SLEEVES are designed for durability. Installation is swift, taking only minutes, and requires no costly preparation. Moreover, each sleeve kit includes a disposable installation tool to simplify the process.

product information:

Attribute

Value

manufacturer

SKF USA

brand

SKF

item_weight

3.17 ounces

product_dimensions

4.25 x 4.25 x 1.75 inches

item_model_number