Timken Load
Application Methods
Aerosols – Aerosol greases are used for lubrication in hard-to-reach areas that do not have a grease fitting for lubrication, eliminating the need to disassemble machinery to lubricate it. Some spray out in a thin fluid and then thicken; others spray out pre-thickened. Aerosols are easy and convenient and are useful for door hinges, latches, window mechanisms, cables, chains, locks, industrial bearings and more.
Grease Guns – Grease that comes in bulk containers or cartridges are typically applied with a grease gun attached to a grease fitting. This results in a more precise, localized application than aerosols, with less waste. Grease guns are ideal for many automotive applications, factory machine components, heavy-duty equipment and more.
Hand application – Grease that comes in squeeze tubes, tubs or bulk containers can be applied by hand if needed, especially if a grease gun can’t be used. Check the product’s Safety Data Sheet prior to handling to make sure it won’t cause skin irritation. Protective nitrile gloves are recommended.
Special Considerations
Many greases on the market are appropriate for general purpose use, which means they perform well for most automotive and industrial applications under normal conditions. However, some greases are made for applications or conditions where general purpose grease will fail.
Food service – If you work in a food service environment, it can be important to look for food grade grease, which is formulated for use on machinery that may come into direct contact with food. Examples include Glide 2 Food Grade White Grease and Motive Power Crystal Synthetic Grease. Both products are NSF-registered and rated H1 for incidental contact. While these greases are approved for food service, other greases with multiple applications may also be certified for food service use. Be sure to check the labeling.
Extreme conditions – Many greases are made to hold up in temperature extremes, environmental stresses or extreme-pressure operations. Look for a grease that’s formulated for your specific situation.
- Temperature – Some greases are formulated to withstand extreme temperatures without melting, running, dripping or drying out. Ultra Guard 2 Extreme Grease, for example, can withstand temperatures up to 550°F. Ultra Guard 2 Extreme Winter Grease is formulated to pump easily and perform well in temperatures as low as -35°F but also works well in extremely high temperatures.
- Moisture – Boating and other marine applications require grease that can resist full immersion in water without washing out. A grease like Motive-Power T.E.F. resists water and performs well under extreme pressure and in high temperatures. A grease that works well in marine applications may also be suitable for use with snow removal equipment and other machinery operating in high-moisture environments.
- Extreme Pressure – For extreme-pressure applications, look for a grease with a very high Timken load. For example, Motive-Power Extreme Pressure Gold Grease is made to lubricate bearings, chains, gears, rollers, shafts and more. Moly grease is a popular choice for extreme-pressure metal-on-metal applications because it contains molybdenum disulfide, which maximizes friction resistance and provides an extremely smooth surface. In addition, it resists corrosion, rust, oxidation, acids, moisture, salt spray, steam and dirt.
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