It is difficult to imagine a machine running dry as most of the machine's dynamic operations operate on bearings that require lubrication. Historically, the use of wheel and axle lubricants occurred immediately after the invention of the wheel. The first universal lubricants were crude forms of lime mixed with vegetable oils. These grades of grease have continued to be used for almost all types of applications for a long time
However, significant progress has been made in the field of machine design over the past few decades. This has affected the operating parameters and therefore the requirements for lubricating oils. Since operating parameters such as speed, load, temperature, etc. vary greatly from equipment to equipment, it is virtually impossible for one lubricant to handle all diverse applications.
Lithium-based greases show good results, ensuring reliable operation of mechanisms. Among the lithium greases, Litol 24 produced by Oils and Lubricants of Kazakhstan can be distinguished. The company has patented a unique recipe Litol 24, which significantly extends the operation of equipment, including high-load units. Like all lubricants on site lithol is produced on modern equipment in compliance with all the intricacies of the innovative technological process.
This multipurpose lithium-based grease provides outstanding protection by reducing friction and preventing overheating of parts, as well as protecting against corrosion and contamination. Mechanical stability, also known as shear stability, is the ability of a lubricant to maintain consistency under mechanical shear forces. Lithium greases have good shear breakage resistance. This property makes these greases popular for a wide variety of applications.
The oil separating properties of the lubricant are very important, which relate to both the lubricity of the product and the stability during storage. The lubricant should release enough oil in the contact area without releasing enough oil during storage to keep the product usable.
