The 8017-SB-V swing bolt style Shelco Viton gasket for 4FOS, 5FOS, BFC, and BFS Series filter housings with a swing-bolt closure. A housing gasket creates the seal between the housing cover and vessel body, helping prevent leaks and maintain proper system pressure during filtration.
Model number: 8017-SB-V
Material: Viton
Compatible models and series
- Shelco 4FOS Series
- Shelco 5FOS Series
- Shelco BFC Series
- Shelco BFS Series
- Swing bolt style housings in the compatible series
Country of origin: Made in U.S.A.
What is the Swing Bolt Style Viton Gasket for 4FOS, 5FOS, BFC, & BFS Series Used For?
- Replacing a worn or damaged gasket on compatible Shelco commercial filter housings
- Restoring a reliable seal between the housing cover and vessel body
- Preventing leaks at the housing closure
- Supporting routine service during cartridge changes or housing maintenance
Compatibility Checks
Before ordering, confirm:
- Your housing series is 4FOS, 5FOS, BFC, or BFS
- Your housing uses a swing bolt style closure
- Your current gasket material is Viton, or Viton is appropriate for your application
- The existing gasket profile and fit match model 8017-SB-V
- The sealing surfaces are clean and undamaged before installing the new gasket
What’s Included
- (1) Viton gasket for compatible Shelco 4FOS, 5FOS, BFC, and BFS Series swing bolt style housings
Install difficulty: Easy to moderate
Gasket replacement is straightforward, but proper seating and a secure fit are essential for preventing leaks.
Installation: Swing Bolt Style Viton Gasket for 4FOS, 5FOS, BFC, & BFS Series
- Shut off the system and relieve pressure completely before opening the housing.
- Open the swing bolt closure according to the housing instructions.
- Remove the old gasket and inspect the groove and sealing surfaces.
- Clean the gasket channel and remove buildup, debris, or old gasket residue.
- Inspect the sealing surfaces for damage, nicks, or corrosion.
- Seat the new Viton gasket evenly in the gasket groove.
- Close the housing and tighten swing bolts evenly in a balanced pattern.
- Restore pressure slowly and check for leaks around the closure.
- Recheck after the system has operated under normal pressure.
Replacement Triggers
Replace the gasket if you notice:
- Leaks around the housing closure
- Flattening, cracking, swelling, or hardening of the gasket
- The gasket no longer seats evenly
- Damage during cartridge changeout or housing service
- Recurring, see page after reopening and reseating the housing
Maintenance Schedule
- Inspect the gasket during every cartridge change or housing opening
- Replace when visible wear, deformation, or leak signs appear
- Keep sealing surfaces clean to help extend gasket life
- Avoid reusing a gasket that is damaged, swollen, or no longer flexible
FAQs: Swing Bolt Style Viton Gasket for 4FOS, 5FOS, BFC, & BFS Series
Q: What does the 8017-SB-V gasket fit?
A: It fits compatible Shelco 4FOS, 5FOS, BFC, and BFS Series filter housings with a swing bolt style closure.
Q: What material is this gasket made from?
A: It is made from Viton.
Q: When should I replace a filter housing gasket?
A: Replace it when it is cracked, flattened, swollen, hardened, leaking, or damaged during service.
Q: Can a worn gasket cause leaks?
A: Yes. A worn or improperly seated gasket is a common cause of leaks around a filter housing closure.
Q: Do I need to replace the gasket every time I open the housing?
A: Not always. Inspect it every time. Reuse only if it is clean, flexible, undamaged, and seals properly.
Q: How do I avoid leaks after installing a new gasket?
A: Clean the gasket groove, seat the gasket evenly, tighten swing bolts evenly, and pressurize the system slowly while checking for leaks.
Q: Is this gasket for all Shelco housings?
A: No. It is for the listed compatible Shelco series and swing-bolt-style housings. Confirm your housing series before ordering.
Match your Shelco housing series and swing bolt style, then replace the gasket with the 8017-SB-V Viton seal to restore a reliable, leak-resistant housing closure.
