Bearing grerases
Bearing grease is a key factor in optimizing performance and service life. Lubricants reduce friction between bearing surfaces, which improves efficiency and reduces wear. Properly selected bearing grease also helps protect bearings from corrosion and extreme temperatures, increasing their durability and reliability. Choosing the right lubricant is therefore a key factor in achieving optimal performance and a long service life for bearings.
How much lubricant to put in a bearing
For Gleitmo 585 M grease, FUCHS recommends filling only 30 to 50% of the free space between the rolling elements and the bearing housing. The housings of very slow-moving bearings can be filled completely. Grease guns and automatic lubricators are used for relubrication.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of grease should be used for wheel bearings?
FUCHS recommends using Renolit LX 2 (400 g cartridge) for the wheel bearings of commercial vehicles. For passenger cars, motorcycles, and bicycles, use the grease specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
How much grease should be applied to a bearing?
According to FUCHS, fill 30 to 50% of the free space between the bearing and the housing. The housings of very slow-moving bearings can be filled completely.
What grease should be used for high-temperature bearings?
According to FUCHS, Renolit UNITEMP 2 withstands temperatures from −50 to +180 °C, and briefly up to +200 °C. Renolit LX 2 and Renolit CXI 2 operate up to +160 °C.
What bearing lubricant should be used for high loads?
A grease with high-pressure (EP) additives that increase load-carrying capacity. For example, Lagermeister EP 2, Renolit LX-EP 2, or, for steel mills and cement plants, Renolit CXI 2.
Can I mix two different bearing lubricants?
FUCHS states in the Gleitmo 585 M product description that it should not be mixed with grease-based lubricants containing other types of soap. The type of soap—such as lithium or calcium—can be found in the description of each lubricant.
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