There are two types of Lubrication Engineers’ wire rope lubricants 1) Penetrating and 2) Coating. Penetrating type lubricants provide superior load carrying capacity & corrosion resistance. They contain petroleum solvents to enhance penetration to the core of the rope whether or not they are in operation. Coating type, non-asphaltic, synthetic lubricants provide a self healing film to reduce wear & fretting corrosion.
Some of the benefits of Wire Rope penetrating lubricants are:
- Superior penetration to the core of wire rope and to the pin and bushing area of chains
- Provides long-lasting lubrication of inner strands of wire rope
- High load-carrying capacity & friction reduction - works well for heavily loaded standing or running wire ropes
- Resists fretting wear, a major cause of wire rope failures
- Rust & Corrosion Protection - Performs extremely well in marine environments
- Versatility works well with wire rope, cables and chains, as well as in many other applications requiring a penetrating lubricant
Some of the benefits of Wire Rope coating lubricants are:
- Durable coating protects from water washing, exposure and acid
- Repels dirt and prevents buildup of abrasive or corrosive particles
- Does not drip, run or sling off during application or in use
- High load-carrying capacity & smooth operation 60-lb Timken OK load is among the highest of available wire rope lubricants
- Protects against fretting wear, a major cause of wire rope failures
- Performs well and remains flexible across a broad temperature range
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