Trane SEL00096 Buffer Ring Seal Assembly Unit

Description:

The Trane SEL00096 buffer ring seal is an OEM sealing component used in Trane commercial HVAC and chiller equipment to provide a secondary sealing barrier between rotating and stationary components, minimizing refrigerant and lubricant leakage while protecting internal compressor assemblies from contamination. Commonly installed in Trane centrifugal and process compressors utilizing a PCV Type 106347 seal arrangement, this buffer ring is used during compressor overhaul, preventive maintenance, and repair to restore proper sealing performance and equipment reliability. Trane buffer seals are engineered to maintain pressure integrity and extend compressor service life.

Applications:

The Trane SEL00096 buffer ring seal is designed to reduce leakage and protect critical compressor components by maintaining an effective seal around rotating shafts and pressure boundaries. It is commonly used in commercial buildings, central chiller plants, industrial refrigeration systems, manufacturing facilities, and process cooling applications where dependable sealing performance is essential for efficient compressor operation and long-term equipment reliability.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SEL00096
• Model Reference: PCV Type 106347
• Manufacturer: Trane
• Product Type: Buffer Ring Seal
• Seal Type: Compressor Buffer Ring Seal
• Function: Secondary Shaft Sealing and Leakage Control
• Compatible Equipment: Trane Commercial Chillers and Compressor Assemblies (model dependent)
• Compatible Applications: Centrifugal Compressors, Industrial Refrigeration Systems, and Process Cooling Equipment
• Installation Type: OEM Replacement Seal
• Mounting Location: Compressor Seal Assembly
• Service Application: Compressor Overhaul and Preventive Maintenance
• Application Environment: Commercial HVAC, Central Chiller Plants, Industrial Cooling Systems, and Process Refrigeration Equipment

Common Replacements:

• Trane SEL00096 OEM Buffer Ring Seal
• Trane buffer ring seal specified by the equipment model and serial number
• OEM compressor seal kit containing the appropriate buffer ring for the applicable compressor model