Process & Equipment Lubricants

Introduction

Principles of Lubrication

EP lubricants

Solid Lubricants

  • Graphite
  • Molybdenum Sulfide
  • PTFE
  • Hexagonal Boron Nitride
  • Soaps

Liquid Lubricants

Greases

  • Automotive Service Grease (ASTM D4950)
  • Other Greases
    • Food Grade Lubricants
    • Silicone Greases
    • High-Vacuum Grease
    • Steel Mill Greases
    • Dielectric Grease
    • Anti-Seize Grease
  • Oil Types
  • Thickener Types
    • Soaps
      • Salts formed from fatty acids
      • Simple
        • Lithium
        • Calcium
        • Sodium
        • Aluminum
        • Barium
      • Complex
        • Adds complexing agent
        • Acids
    • Polyureas
      • Diurea
      • Tetraurea
      • Urea-Urethane
    • Organophilic Clays (High-Temperature applications)
      • Bentonite
      • Hectorite
    • Fumed Silica
    • PTFE
  • Other Additives
    • Graphite
    • Molybdenum Disulfide
    • Antioxidants
    • Polymers/Tackifiers
    • EP Additives
    • Antiwear
  • Evaluation of Performance
    • Consistency, Worked Penetration
    • Dropping Point
    • Wear Protection
    • Elastomer Compatibility
    • Leakage Tendencey
    • Oil Separation
    • Rust Protection
    • Four-Ball Wear
    • Four-Ball EP
    • Fretting Protection
    • Low-Temperature Performance
    • Shelf Life

Integrated & Self Lubrication

Metal Forming Lubricants

  • Deep Drawing

References