How to select the suitable grease according to the equipment working conditions

Operating temperature

It is essential to understand the temperature range of the equipment during operation. High-temperature environments should choose high-temperature resistant grease to prevent it from deteriorating, flowing or coking at high temperatures; low-temperature environments need to choose grease with good low-temperature performance to ensure sufficient fluidity and lubricity at low temperatures.

Load pressure

For heavy-load equipment, grease with good extreme pressure and anti-wear properties should be selected to withstand high pressure and severe friction.

Speed

High-speed running parts need to use low-viscosity, base oil lubricity grease to reduce friction resistance and heat generation; while low-speed running parts can choose grease with a higher viscosity to enhance its sealing and load-bearing capacity.

Environmental conditions

If the equipment is in a harsh environment such as humidity, dust, and corrosive gases, it is necessary to choose grease with anti-rust, waterproof, dust-proof and corrosion-resistant properties.

The structure of the lubricating parts

For example, for open lubricating parts, you should choose a grease with moderate viscosity and good adhesion to prevent loss; for closed lubricating parts, you can choose a grease with a higher viscosity.

Special requirements for equipment

Some equipment may have special requirements for grease, such as food processing equipment needs to use food-grade grease, electronic equipment may need to use grease with good insulation properties, etc.

Above all, when choosing grease, you must fully understand the working characteristics and requirements of the equipment, comprehensively consider the above factors, or refer to the recommendations of the equipment manufacturer to ensure that the selected grease can provide effective lubrication and protection for the equipment and extend the service life of the equipment.