torus gasket

[ˈtɔːrəs ˈɡæskɪt]
nounpl: torus gaskets
junta tórica
1. A donut-shaped seal made of elastomer material, typically rubber or silicone, used to create a watertight or airtight seal between two surfaces in mechanical and hydraulic systems
The torus gasket was replaced during the maintenance of the hydraulic pump to prevent leakage.
A junta tórica foi substituída durante a manutenção da bomba hidráulica para evitar vazamentos.
2. A type of O-ring specifically designed with a circular cross-section that fits into a groove to seal pipes, valves, and other mechanical components
The technician installed a new torus gasket in the pipe connection to ensure a proper seal.
O técnico instalou uma nova junta tórica na conexão do tubo para garantir uma vedação apropriada.
The term 'torus gasket' or 'junta tórica' is primarily used in technical, industrial, and engineering contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It is essential terminology in plumbing, hydraulics, automotive repair, and industrial maintenance. The English acronym 'O-ring' is widely recognized and used even in Portuguese technical documents due to international standardization in engineering fields.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
O-ringtoric sealrubber gasketelastomer seal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
junta tórica
Most common term used in technical and industrial contexts
Brazil
O-ring
English term often used interchangeably in technical documentation
Portugal
junta tórica
Same term as Brazil, used in industrial and mechanical contexts
Technical Portuguese
vedante tórico
Alternative technical term emphasizing sealing function

Related Words

gasketsealelastomerO-ring groovehydraulic sealmechanical sealvalve gasket
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