The PPE O-ring removal tool (also known as an O-ring pick-stick) is used for removing O-rings from grooves, glands and housings without causing damage to metalwork or to the O-ring. This tool is made from a glass reinforced thermoplastic polymer which is extremely strong and resistant to high temperatures, which makes the O-ring pick a handy tool for any engineer. The PPE O-ring removal tool is double ended, allowing O-rings to be hooked out of all types of O-ring grooves, glands and housings with ease.
Why can’t I use a metal O-ring pick?
Using metal O-ring removal tools, metal tweezers, screwdrivers, or any other sharp metal tools to remove an O-ring can damage the housing of the equipment the O-ring is in.A small scratch in an O-ring groove can create a leak path and adversely affect the integrity of the seal.
Benefits of PPE’s O-ring removal tool
o Made from a high strength polymer o Less likely to damage hardware, compared with metal tools o Good high temperature resistance o Double sided, for a variety of uses
