metal clad urethane wiper ring, what’s it actually do in a hydraulic setup?
Question by: Chad R on May 30, 2025, 12:08 PM
Wiper rings are used to wipe dirt, dust, and moisture off a rod as it moves, helping keep contamination out of the cylinder. With a metal clad urethane style, you are getting a urethane wiping element supported by a metal case for a heavy duty build.
Answer by: Customer Support on Jun 1, 2025, 6:41 AM
metal clad urethane wiper ring, is that the kind with the steel outer shell pressed into the bore or is it a different setup?
Question by: Dustin A on May 9, 2025, 6:27 PM
The metal casing is part of the assembly itself, so it presses directly into the housing bore for a secure, stable fit. That outer shell keeps the wiper seated firmly without relying on adhesive or friction alone from the urethane. The urethane lip is what does the actual wiping work, scraping contaminants off the rod as it strokes back in. It's a pretty common construction in heavy duty cylinder applications where you need the wiper to stay put under vibration or side load.
Answer by: Customer Support on May 11, 2025, 6:24 AM
Hey, just wanna make sure – this thing'll actually fit my machine? Need a wiper ring that ain't gonna let crud get in.
Question by: Pete W on Apr 13, 2025, 9:37 PM
Knowing the specific bore size is crucial for a proper fit, and this MCU-1750-D wiper ring is designed to match standard hydraulic cylinder dimensions. Double-check your cylinder specs to be sure, but this should do the trick.
Answer by: Customer Support on Apr 15, 2025, 2:28 PM
So, this is just a wiper, not a full seal, right? Just want to make sure before I order.
Question by: Pete A on Nov 28, 2025, 9:26 AM
Correct. This Hercules wiper ring is designed specifically to prevent contaminants from entering your hydraulic system, not to act as a pressure seal.
Answer by: Customer Support on Nov 30, 2025, 6:46 AM
what exactly is the difference between a regular wiper and one that's metal clad like this one?
Question by: Carl T on Feb 25, 2026, 3:32 PM
The metal cladding gives the wiper ring a rigid outer shell that holds its shape under pressure and repeated cycling. A standard urethane wiper can deform or roll back in heavy-duty applications, but the metal jacket on this one keeps the sealing lip properly positioned against the rod. That makes it a better fit for equipment that sees hard use or runs in dirty environments where contaminant exclusion really matters.
Answer by: Customer Support on Feb 26, 2026, 6:50 PM
