Early Expansion

While the average person can probably recognize a rubber O-Ring, knowledge of advanced sealing devices remains a largely obscure field of knowledge. Eclipse is here to be the subject matter experts and guide you to the best sealing solution, but being familiar with some basic seal terminology will aid us in the process. The ability […]

Eclipse serves dozens of industries and provides sealing solutions for applications on, off, and below the surface of the planet.  Each application has its own set of challenges whether it be manned space flight, surgical medical instruments, or high-volume automotive components. One industry that continually presents Eclipse with challenging sealing conditions is oil and gas. […]

PTFE was discovered in the 1930s as an accidental byproduct of chlorofluorocarbon refrigerant production. It’s a synthetic compound consisting wholly of carbon and fluorine — a fluorocarbon. Its many unique properties make it highly attractive as a seal material. It possesses one of the lowest friction coefficients of any known material, is nearly 100% chemically […]