SKF润滑知识培训资料幻灯片.ppt

Base oil viscosity (2) Base oil viscosity is chosen as a compromise between a) achieving sufficient lubricant film thickness and b) limiting bearing friction. If a too high base oil viscosity is chosen, the friction will lead to high bearing temperatures. This may cause the thickener to disintegrate, and a high temperature will also lower the effective base oil viscosity. If the base oil viscosity is chosen too low, then a complete lubricant film can not be formed. Thickener types, the ‘sponge There is a continuous development in thickeners and thickener types. Traditionally metal soaps (Sodium, Calcium, later Lithium) have been used, and are still predominant. Polyurea thickeners are a relatively new development. Some polyureas have a wider temperature range applicability. The percentages in between brackets give an indication of the total usage (volume) of thickeners in greases for bearing lubrication. PTFE = polytetrafluoroethylene Thickener types , additional The reasons for using certain thickeners have been very much simpified. More knowledge is available within SKF. Additive types For simplicity restricted to 4 additive types. Anti-oxidants prevent/retard base oil oxidation, which leads to thickening of the base oil, making the oil ineffective. EP-additives react locally with the metal surfaces when the asperity tops touch, and form a thin protection film on the metal preventing cold welding of the metal parts. Solid additives are used as ‘emergency lubrication when a full lubricant film is not maintained anymore. Usually at very low bearing speed. Common causes of bearing failure As mentioned before, 36% of all premature bearing failures are caused by inadequate lubrication. Contamination of the grease by dirt or (metal) particles causes roughening of the bearing contacts, which forms