Screen Cylinder Fit
Preventing pressure screen failure
Why is cylinder fit so important?
A leading cause for cylinder breakage is wear in the base of the screen housing. The interface design of the housing and cylinder make a “fit”, and maintaining that fit is key for keeping the cylinder stationary and operating properly.
A loose fit can be indicated by vibration and cylinder movement, leading to damage that can show itself in a number of ways. A regularly scheduled screen inspection is the most critical maintenance step to prevent pressure screen failure. Inspection frequency will depend on the screening process and typical wear tendencies.
Find out more - download our detailed 5-step inspection process:
- Safety First - Isolate Screen
- Remove Cylinder
- Inspect Bottom O-ring
- Inspect Top & Bottom Housing Fits
- Reinstall Cylinder
- 1 Top Flange (or Ring) fit to screen
- 2 Screen Cylinder
- 3 Screen Body
- 4 Bottom Flange (Ring) fit to Screen Body