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Outlet size: The nominal size class is expressed on a millimetre basis: for example, DN40 denotes a nominal 40 mm size. It does not specify the exact measured opening, connection type, thread, flange drilling or pressure rating.
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| Shipping Weight | 0.5 kg |
| Package Dimensions | 20.0 × 20.0 × 10.0 cm |
The Grundfos 98434906 is a replacement mechanical shaft seal kit specified as BQQE D38, version GG. It is listed for selected Grundfos NB, NK and TP family pump configurations requiring this particular 38mm mechanical seal.
The BQQE specification combines a rubber bellows design, silicon carbide sealing faces and EPDM elastomers. Correctly matched to the pump and pumped liquid, the seal controls leakage where the rotating shaft passes through the pump housing.
Condition: Supplied as new and unused surplus stock. The kit has not been installed or used, although its packaging may show marks from storage and handling. Supplied with a 2-year guarantee from The Pump Dealer.
Need help confirming compatibility?
Call 01803 220416 or send a clear photograph of your pump nameplate to kirk@thepumpdealer.co.uk before ordering.
Grundfos identifies this part as 98434906, BQQE D38, version GG. The manufacturer's service literature and pump-specific spare-parts records should be used to confirm the correct seal for your complete pump configuration.
NB, NK or TP in the pump name does not by itself establish compatibility. These ranges contain different shaft sizes, seal arrangements and material variants.
The most reliable check is whether the spare-parts record for your exact pump specifies 98434906. Please provide the complete pump model, eight-digit product number and production code where available.
A researched list of 440 confirmed pump product references is included at the bottom of this description. Match the complete designation and product number rather than relying on the abbreviated pump name.
BQQE identifies the seal construction and materials:
The material code helps identify suitability for the liquid, but the seal dimensions and installation arrangement must also match the pump.
D38 identifies the nominal 38mm shaft seal diameter. It does not refer to the pump's pipe connection size or the outside diameter of the complete seal assembly. Other 38mm seals can have different installed lengths, stationary seats or drive arrangements.
Grundfos Product Center records GG as the version designation for this part. Use it together with the complete BQQE D38 specification and product number 98434906 when matching a replacement.
No. 98434906 is the D38, 38mm kit, while 98434904 is the D28, 28mm kit. They share the BQQE material code but have different nominal seal diameters and are not interchangeable simply because both are listed for selected NB, NK and TP pumps.
A rotating face turns with the shaft against a stationary face mounted in the pump. A very thin film of liquid between the faces provides lubrication, while the bellows and secondary seals prevent leakage around the other interfaces.
Correct installation, clean sealing surfaces and adequate liquid around the seal are essential for reliable operation.
Silicon carbide provides hard, wear-resistant sealing faces. This can be useful where fine particles would wear softer face materials more quickly. The faces still require suitable lubrication and can be damaged by dry running, impact, contamination or incorrect fitting.
EPDM is commonly used for water and compatible water-glycol mixtures. Suitability depends on the glycol type, concentration, additives and operating temperature. Check the complete liquid formulation against the pump and seal specification.
EPDM is generally unsuitable for mineral oils and petroleum-based fuels.
The final letter identifies a different elastomer: E is EPDM, while V is FKM. These materials have different chemical and temperature characteristics. Any substitution must be assessed against the pumped liquid, operating conditions and complete seal arrangement.
A different code can indicate different face materials or construction. A substitution may be possible in a particular pump, but it should be checked against the manufacturer's spare-parts information and application requirements. Please contact us before ordering a different specification from the original.
No. This kit is specified for selected configurations. Other versions use different diameters, materials or installation arrangements. Match the complete pump product number and the specified replacement part number.
The number at the end of each entry is the Grundfos product number of the pump. The replacement seal kit being sold here is 98434906. Similar or identical pump model descriptions can have different product numbers, so those references are listed separately.
It may resolve leakage caused by a worn or damaged mechanical seal. Leakage can also originate from casing joints, O-rings or other components. Investigate the original cause: shaft damage, bearing wear, misalignment, contamination and unsuitable operating conditions can cause a replacement seal to fail again.
Dry running should be avoided. The liquid lubricates and cools the seal faces. An empty pump or trapped air can cause rapid heating and damage. Fill and vent the pump according to its operating instructions before starting.
This listing is for shaft seal kit 98434906. Please refer to the listing photographs for the supplied components. Casing gaskets, spacer rings, bearings, shafts and other service parts should be checked separately against the repair requirements.
A competent pump engineer should fit the replacement using the service procedure for the exact pump model. This includes checking the shaft and seat condition, keeping the seal faces clean, using approved assembly materials and setting the correct assembly position.
We specialise in supplying new and unused surplus pumps, motors and pump spares. This item is supplied with a 2-year guarantee from The Pump Dealer.
Stock reference: #5037
For help matching this kit to your pump, call 01803 220416.
We have searched Grundfos Product Center and checked the manufacturer's recommended spare-parts records. Shaft seal kit 98434906 is explicitly listed for each of the 440 pump product references below.
The list contains 436 full published pump designations, including their BQQE seal codes, followed by the eight-digit Grundfos pump product number. Four additional NBS service-special references without published full model designations are listed separately at the end.
Please check your pump nameplate: Match the complete model designation and product number. A matching family name, nominal size or BQQE code alone does not establish compatibility. This list contains confirmed matches identified in our search; additional compatible product numbers may exist.
The following four Grundfos product records also explicitly list shaft seal kit 98434906. Their published records identify them as NBS service specials without providing a full model designation.
Compatibility reference: Grundfos Product Center product descriptions and recommended spare-parts records, checked on 20 October 2026. Manufacturer reference for shaft seal kit 98434906. The eight-digit numbers at the end of the entries identify the pumps; the replacement seal kit number is 98434906.
Specification & guidance notice: Technical information and FAQ content are provided in good faith based on manufacturer literature and industry experience. Descriptions of hydraulic types and application suitability represent general guidance only and do not constitute a guarantee of performance. Actual results will depend on system design, pipework losses, media characteristics, and installation conditions. Please consult the manufacturer & thier documentation and satisfy yourself that the equipment is suitable for your specific application prior to purchase.