Stuffing Box (Noun)
Meaning
A small chamber in which packing is compressed around a reciprocating shaft or piston to form a seal.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The engine's stuffing box required regular maintenance to prevent oil leaks and ensure proper operation.
- Inspecting the stuffing box on the pump revealed signs of wear, necessitating replacement of the packing material.
- To repair the mechanical seal, the technician first had to disassemble the stuffing box and inspect its components.
- After several hours of operation, the machinery showed signs of overheating due to a damaged stuffing box allowing fluid to escape.
- The owner's manual provided detailed instructions on how to dismantle and reassemble the stuffing box for maintenance and repairs.