Training


Basic lessons about greases

 

What is a lubricating grease?

Where are the greases used?

What do we need for our grease?

Which are the components of a lubricating grease?

What do we need to control?

Which is the most convenient grease?

 

General properties of the most common greases


What do we need for our grease?

 

1.- An adequate lubrication:

 

Friction reduction.

 

Minimized wear.

 

2.- Protection against corrosion.

 

 

Water

 

Contaminants: Dust, chemical agents, etc.

 

3.- Strength against changes in the structure or consistency, and good mechanical stability.

 

4.- Strength against centrifuged and fluid loss.

 

5.- Compatibility with sealing materials.

 

6.- Adequate properties for the required application.