{"product_id":"ussealsaltozone58poolpumpshaftsealps3867ussps3867","title":"U.S. Seal Salt\/Ozone 5\/8\" Pool Pump Shaft Seal | PS-3867","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eU.S. Seal PS-3867 Pump Shaft Seal – 5\/8\" (Viton, Ozone\/Salt Service Upgrade)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The U.S. Seal PS-3867 is a heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003emechanical pump shaft seal\u003c\/strong\u003e for pumps that use a\n    \u003cstrong\u003e5\/8\" motor shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e. This version is commonly selected for \u003cstrong\u003esaltwater and ozone\u003c\/strong\u003e pool\/spa systems because it\n    uses \u003cstrong\u003eViton elastomers\u003c\/strong\u003e for improved chemical resistance compared to standard seals.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\/8\" shaft seal\u003c\/strong\u003e for many common pool and spa pump wet ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOzone\/Salt service\u003c\/strong\u003e upgrade (Viton secondary seals for better chemical resistance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned to help stop leaks between the motor and pump wet end\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBest practice replacement anytime the pump is opened for impeller\/diffuser\/wet-end service\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary seals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viton\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMating ring\/seat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal parts \u0026amp; spring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsed on many pool and spa pumps that take a \u003cstrong\u003e5\/8\"\u003c\/strong\u003e mechanical seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOften chosen when the pool\/spa uses a \u003cstrong\u003esalt chlorine generator\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eozone system\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequently referenced as an ozone\/salt-duty alternative to standard 5\/8\" seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e(1) Complete mechanical shaft seal set (rotating spring portion + ceramic seat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSigns You Need a New Shaft Seal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWater leaking from the pump “weep area” or between the motor and seal plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRust staining or calcium deposits under the pump\/motor junction\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMotor bearing noise after a period of leaking (seal failure can damage bearings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAlways disconnect power before servicing the pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDo not touch polished seal faces with bare fingers; oils can cause premature leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePress the ceramic seat in squarely and evenly; keep the sealing surface clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInspect the seal plate, impeller hub, and mating surfaces for grooves, cracks, or warping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pump%20shaft%20seal%20installation%20tool\"\u003ePump Seal Installation Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pump%20seal%20plate%20gasket\"\u003ePump Seal Plate Gaskets \u0026amp; O-Rings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pump%20lid%20o-ring\"\u003ePump Lid O-Rings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=silicone%20pool%20lube\"\u003eSilicone Pool Lube (O-Ring Lubricant)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pump%20impeller\"\u003ePump Impellers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aquapoolsupply.com\/search?q=pump%20diffuser\"\u003ePump Diffusers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFix suction-side air leaks early—running a pump with air in the system can shorten seal life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eKeep water chemistry balanced; extreme pH and high calcium can accelerate seal wear and scaling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIf the pump has leaked for a while, check motor bearings—replacing the seal alone may not solve noise\/vibration issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFor winterizing, drain the pump and protect the wet end from freezing to prevent cracks and seal misalignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"U.S. Seal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46797841301679,"sku":"PS-3867","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/6415\/2239\/files\/us-seal-saltozone-58-pool-pump-shaft-seal-ps-3867-pump-parts-5630003.jpg?v=1777068047","url":"https:\/\/freshized.com\/products\/ussealsaltozone58poolpumpshaftsealps3867ussps3867","provider":"Freshized","version":"1.0","type":"link"}