|
SPECIAL SF OPEN GEAR LUBRICANT
is designed to replace the traditional heavy products
distilled from crude oil (the so called asphaltics or
residuals) that are used to lubricate open gears. Those
asphalt base compounds had to be thinned with solvent so
they could be sprayed on the gears. Then, of course, the
solvent evaporated - - - leaving behind the sticky
compound used to lubricate the gears. |
Solvent
Free
Texas
Refinery Corp. is leading the way with
SPECIAL SF OPEN GEAR LUBRICANT
because it contains no dilutant. In fact
the SF in this product's name means solvent free. As we all are
aware some solvents used in older technology were damaging to
our atmosphere and in some cases were hazardous to the workers
in the immediate area.
Often
Used In Spray Type Application
This
open gear lubricant is generally used in areas where large open
gears are in service. Those industries would include, but not be
limited to, the following: coal fire power generation;
mining-iron, copper and other minerals; ceramics; cement; sugar
beet processing; paint; glass and sand production. Most
automatic lubrication systems are designed to spray close to or
on the bull gear and then the product is transferred from tooth
to tooth as the mill is in operation. Asphaltic materials plug
lines and the lubricant does not get to the bull gear and pinion
as planned. With Texas Refinery Corp.'s
SPECIAL SF OPEN GEAR LUBRICANT
the spray system functions as designed - - - eliminating gear
wear by providing positive cushioning lubricant at all times.
Helps
Reduce Housekeeping Cost
Most of the gear systems that will use this gear lubricant use a
shroud to cover the gears. Asphaltic compounds sling off onto
the shroud creating a real housekeeping nightmare. This open
gear lubricant will not accumulate on interior surfaces of open
gear shrouds. This eliminates the need for periodic cleanup
which causes production interruptions. Also eliminated is the
accumulation of asphaltic materials in the roots of the teeth
that interfere with the meshing teeth. This interference
sometimes causes misalignment and premature wear. This can be
eliminated with the use of SPECIAL
SF OPEN GEAR LUBRICANT.
Provides
EP Protection
The
great thing about Texas Refinery Corp.'s
SPECIAL SF OPEN GEAR LUBRICANT
is its ability to provide sufficient film thickness to separate
pressure flanks under normal loads; plus it is fortified to
resist rupture of this film under shock loads. The product will
readily flush away contaminants from the pressure flanks yet
resist excessive sling off. Has the consistency of an NLGI #00
grease but the use of a gel thickener and a high viscosity base
oil produces a gel-like appearance.
Helps
Provide Reduced Maintenance/Increased
Reliability
Spray
systems have reduced maintenance and increased reliability when
used with SPECIAL SF OPEN GEAR
LUBRICANT. This product has
excellent pumpability characteristics and therefore the pumps,
metering devices and lines are subject to less stress. There is
also less nozzle fouling with this product. Gears are properly
lubricated and as a result customers can cut back on the amount
of lubricant needed. Lubrication is much more efficient and as a
result, decreases of the pinion operating temperature of up to
50°F. are possible with the use of this open gear lubricant.
RECOMMENDATION: For best results when
switching to Texas Refinery Corp.'s
SPECIAL SF OPEN GEAR LUBRICANT,
clean the gears prior to application. At temperatures below
45°F. (7°C.), a drum heater is required to obtain optimum
sprayability when using an automatic spray lubrication system.
As with any lubricant, do not use at high temperatures. We do
not recommend heating above 130°F.
Economical And Reduces Consumption
Does
not wash off the existing lubricant film if over-applied or
applied too frequently. Considerable savings result. In
addition, wear can be reduced significantly because of improved
lubrication. Does not mask over the surfaces of the pinion or
gear. It produces a semi-transparent film on the gearing. This
"clarity" makes visual inspection more meaningful when using a
strobe light and the equipment is in operation. If it is
necessary to make tape pull impressions of the gearing,
SPECIAL SF OPEN GEAR LUBRICANT
is easier to remove than the old asphaltic type products |
®