Graco 161569 Felt Wiper Seal - Aftermarket Replacement | Bedford 10-434

This felt wiper seal is designed to replace the OEM reference Graco 161569 and is supplied as the aftermarket part Bedford 10-434. It sits at the rod entry of select pump or air-motor assemblies to block debris and fluid intrusion, helping maintain rod packing integrity and extend service intervals. Using this seal during a rebuild or preventive service ensures the rod area remains clean, reducing wear and improving overall spray-system reliability.

Aftermarket Felt Wiper Seal Service-Grade

Why Choose This Wiper Seal

  • Direct cross-reference to the OEM Graco 161569 for correct fit.
  • Felt material provides efficient wiper action to prevent external contamination at rod entry.
  • Pre-stocked Bedford SKU 10-434 helps maintenance shops reduce downtime and maintain inventory readiness.

Colour/Finish: Natural felt (off-white/light grey) with locking inner ring.

Typical Compatibility

  • Graco pumps or air-motor assemblies where the parts list calls out Seal, Wiper, Felt – 161569.
  • Applications in industrial airless coating systems where rod packing protection is required.
  • Aftermarket rebuilds where retaining original design wiper seal is preferred for reliability.

Always confirm your machine’s parts list and rod bore size before replacing the seal.

What This Product Fits

  • Pumps where the illustrated parts list (IPL) lists part number 161569 as the wiper seal at the rod entry.
  • Industrial airless paint sprayers and coating machines that incorporate the Graco rod packing/wiper assembly.
  • Service rebuilds where contamination control at the rod gland is required to maintain spray quality and reduce internal wear.

If your machine’s service manual lists a different wiper seal reference (e.g., 160342 or similar), select that exact part rather than this one.

Technical Specifications

Aftermarket Bedford 10-43
OEM Graco 161569
FitsRod-entry wiper seal location listed in relevant Graco pump/air-motor IPL
TypeFelt wiper seal (rod gland) for coating pump or motor
MaterialCompressed felt with locking ring
FunctionPrevents external contamination entering rod packing/ bearing areas and extends packing life.
PressureFollows system rating; wiper seal rated to standard coating-system pressures.
BrandBedford Precision Parts (Aftermarket)

Using an appropriate wiper seal helps maintain rod assembly life and prevents early packing failure.

Installation Notes

  1. Shut down the system, relieve all pressure, and lock-out power/air supply.
  2. Remove the rod gland or bearing housing to gain access to the wiper seal location.
  3. Remove the old felt wiper seal, clean the housing bore and rod surface of debris.
  4. Inspect the rod and bearing area for wear or damage; install the new felt wiper seal (Bedford 10-434) into the bore with correct orientation.
  5. Reassemble the rod gland/ housing to specification, re-pressurize slowly and check for correct operation and absence of contamination ingress.

Tip: When replacing the wiper seal, inspect the adjacent rod packing and backup washers - installing these together during a service can significantly extend service life.

When to Rebuild / Replace

  • Visible rod packing contamination or fluid ingress past the wiper seal under operation.
  • Excessive rod wear or abrasion inside the wiper seal bore or on the rod surface.
  • Frequent packing replacement required, indicating wiper seal has failed to block debris.
  • Recommended service interval reached in the pump/air-motor manual - many systems suggest wiper seal replacement at each major rebuild.

Bedford vs OEM Comparison

FeatureBedford Aftermarket (10-434)OEM (Graco)
Fit & InterfacePrecision cross-referenced to OEM 161569 wiper seal.Original felt wiper seal specified in Graco parts list.
PerformanceService-grade felt wiper seal engineered for debris exclusion and extended rod packing life.OEM felt wiper seal meeting original design specifications.
AvailabilityIf in stock, ships from Bedford Precision Parts in Bedford Hill, New York.Ships via Graco distribution network.
ValueCost-efficient service optionFactory component

FAQs

Yes. Bedford specifies 10-434 as the aftermarket replacement for OEM Graco 161569 felt wiper seal. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
It is located at the rod entry wiper/bearing housing of select Graco pump or air-motor assemblies to prevent contamination from entering the rod packing area. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
It is good practice to replace the wiper seal each time the rod packing is serviced or when contamination is observed; frequent packing changes may indicate wiper seal failure.
While not mandatory, it is recommended to inspect and if necessary replace the packings and backup washers at the same time for optimal results and longer service life.