Ripper, William, 1853-1937 · London, New York [etc.] : Longmans, Green and co. · leaf 272
d make a steam-tight joint. The packing-pieces E are made of anti-friction metal, lined on theoutside with gun-metal to stiffen them. The pieces F make joints ENGINE DETAILS. 255 with the pieces E (see plan of figure), and prevent the passage ofsteam at the partings of those pieces. The pieces E… … Fig. 296. hoop G is pressed against by two springs, H, which keep the packing-pieces up to their work on the rod and the face of the gland. Thereis a further small gland and stuffing-box on the outer side of themain gland-cover, which is sometimes fitted to keep the joint dry; itis packed with…
Steam-engines
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