Lathe Cut Seals & Custom Components

Expert manufacturing of precision lathe cut seals and components. Custom sizes and materials with quick turnaround for prototypes and production runs.

Lathe Cut Sealing Solutions

McDowell & Company specializes in manufacturing precision lathe cut seals and components. Our state-of-the-art CNC machining capabilities ensure exact specifications and superior surface finishes for critical sealing applications.

Lathe Cut Manufacturing Advantages

• No tooling costs
• Quick turnaround times
• Prototype friendly
• Precise dimensions
• Superior surface finish
• Custom profiles
• Material flexibility
• Cost-effective solutions
• Small quantity options
• Emergency service

Lathe Cut Material Options

• Viton® fluoroelastomer
• PTFE/Teflon®
• PEEK
• Silicone
• EPDM
• Nitrile (Buna-N)
• Neoprene
• Polyurethane
• Custom compounds
• FDA compliant materials

Lathe Cut Manufacturing Capabilities

• Sizes from 0.125″ to 36″ diameter
• Cross-sections from 0.030″ to 3″
• Tolerance to ±0.001″
• Surface finishes to 16 RMS
• Custom profiles
• Special geometries
• Backing rings
• Wear rings
• Guide rings
• Custom components

Lathe Cut Applications

• Hydraulic systems
• Pneumatic equipment
• Chemical processing
• Food production
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Aerospace
• Custom machinery
• Prototype development
• Research applications
• Maintenance repair

Lathe Cut Component Types

• Back-up rings
• Wear rings
• Guide bands
• V-rings
• U-cups
• Custom profiles
• Stepped seals
• Face seals
• Piston rings
• Rod seals

Lathe Cut FAQ

What are the advantages of lathe cut seals?

Lathe cut seals offer quick turnaround, no tooling costs, and precise dimensions ideal for prototypes and small production runs.

What is the size range for lathe cut components?

We can manufacture components from 0.125″ to 36″ in diameter with cross-sections from 0.030″ to 3″.

How quickly can lathe cut parts be produced?

Standard components can often be produced in days, with emergency service available for critical needs.

What materials can be lathe cut?

We can machine most elastomers, thermoplastics, and engineered plastics to meet your specifications.

Lathe Cut Quality Assurance

• Dimensional inspection
• Surface finish verification
• Material certifications
• First Article Inspection (FAI)
• Certificate of Conformance (COC)
• Lot traceability
• Quality documentation
• Inspection reports

Lathe Cut Engineering Support

• Design assistance
• Material selection
• Profile optimization
• Custom solutions
• Prototype development
• Performance testing
• Documentation
• Application support

Contact our sales team today to discuss your lathe cut component requirements. With over 50 years of precision manufacturing experience, we deliver solutions that meet your most demanding applications.