Bearings filled with lithium-based grease
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I would like to ask: for lithium-based greases used for lubricating motor bearings, after the motor has been running for some time, in what way does the amount of lithium-based grease decrease?
Same question; I haven’t paid attention to this either usually
There are mainly three reasons for the loss of grease during use: (1) Chemical reasons: Due to heat and air exposure at the friction and lubrication areas, the base oil and thickeners get oxidized, which destroys the soap structure of the grease and leads to softening and loss during use. (2) Physical reasons: Due to the operation of the friction areas, the grease is continuously subjected to shear stress, which damages its soap structure and causes it to soften and be lost. (3) Impurity cause: Wear occurs within the moving parts, and metal particles accelerate the oxidation of the lubricant to produce organic acids, thereby destroying the structure of the lubricant and leading to its failure. Choosing the right grease based on the operating conditions of the equipment (including load, temperature, speed, etc.) can extend its service life
It’s good to know this; it would be even better if there were information on the use of lubricants and their grades suitable for specific operating conditions.
If everyone knew, I wouldn’t only have 3,000 yuan per month!