Why are apex seals used in racing cars?

Why are apex seals used in racing cars?

These unique apex seals were developed to take engine reliability to the next level. PTS seals have been subjected to extreme levels of punishment during testing to ensure reliability during racing conditions and have withstood high boost and high RPM.

How are performance tested seals used in racing?

Performance Tested Seals (PTS) have developed a product especially for you that are guaranteed not to break in an engine, giving you an advantage over other racers. Seals do not wear the housings or rotors. Tested under race conditions, high boost and high RPM.

What kind of seals do I need for a rotary engine?

Tested under race conditions, high boost and high RPM. Seals available for 2mm and 3mm for 12a, 13b, 20b rotary engines and Renesis RX8. Many of the worlds top rotary engine drivers are already using these apex seals with proven competitive advantage.

What are the benefits of ceramic engine seals?

The main benefits of these seals is that they are lighter than steel seals and hence can raise the engine rpm to around 10,000. The other main benefit is that in the event of a engine losing a seal or breaking a seal they will cause minimal damage compared to steel or ceramic seals.

What kind of seals do apex cars use?

RA Super Seals are the latest offering in our line of performance apex seals. We have had excellent results from the classic “RA” seals, which are running in stock and modified street cars and race cars all over the world.

How many inner and outer springs in Apex Rotary engine?

Image shown for representative purpose only, actual product may differ. Standard non treated seals. Extremely strong. Priced per set, with 6 inner and 6 outer springs. You save: 14% off list price. Image shown for representative purpose only, actual product may differ. Treated seals. Extremely strong.

How many inner and outer springs are in apex seals?

Treated seals. Extremely strong. Priced per set, with 6 inner and 6 outer springs. You save: 7% off list price. Image shown for representative purpose only, actual product may differ. Treated seals. Extremely strong. Prices per set, with 6 inner and 6 outer springs. You save: 13% off list price.

How much does a set of apex seals cost?

Image shown for representative purpose only, actual product may differ. Standard non treated seals. Extremely strong. Priced per set, with 6 inner and 6 outer springs. You save: 14% off list price. List Price: $515.99 — REC Price: $445.95 Image shown for representative purpose only, actual product may differ. Treated seals. Extremely strong.