Eheim Canister Seal or DIY ring?

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KRUNNCH540

KRUNNCH540

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Not sure if this is the right forum as it doesn't really have a place. Do you guys know a reliable source that I can get a replacement cansister seal ring for the Eheim 2217? It is the big one that seals the top pump assembly to the body. If not, should I attempt to do a DIY seal ring....maybe using some RTV gasket or perhaps an Ace Hardware adventure?

Thanks,
Kris
 
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mattmartindrift

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when I used to test hydraulic hoses/fittings we would have to make o-rings regularly. You can buy o-ring stock from www.mcmaster.com and you cut it (as straight as possible) with a very sharp razor blade, then super glue the ends together, worked like a charm. However, i'm not sure it will work well with the small amount of clamping force available, all of our flanges were bolted together.

This is probably the easiest though:

http://www.bigalsonline.com/BigAlsUS/ctl3684/cp18651/si1382839/cl0/eheimoringfor2217orangenew
 
J double R

J double R

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this is the perfect forum for this type of question; I wouldn't risk anything DIY in such a finely engineered device, you're much better off searching for the right part.
 
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bigalsonline.com just supplied me with a new impeller for my 2213, I'm sure they have those sealing rings for the 2217 as well.
 
legendaryfrog

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Bigalsonline does have them, and while the 7 dollar price may seem a bit steep, its better than having to deal with a leak.

You could stop by home depot if you know the measurements.
 
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