Description

Importance of lubrication

The use of lubricant on a steel wire rope
considerably reduces friction and, as a
result, it minimizes the following two
related factors:
• Abrasion on the wire rope
• Heat generation
Developed as a service tool, the Lincoln wire
rope lubricator is attached periodically to
equipment on a monthly, quarterly or other
cycle to lubricate wire ropes.
Outlet

Benefits of wire rope lubrication

The life cycle of a steel wire rope that has
been periodically lubricated is approximately
six to eight times longer than a wire rope
that has not been lubricated.
Also, lubricating a wire rope while in service
helps to prevent corrosion of the wires.
Corrosion can be internal and external, and
it often is caused by acids, alkaline waters,
salt air, humidity, fumes, and abrasive and
industrial environments, in general.

Lubrication of wire rope:

Reduces friction
Protects against corrosion
Enables lubricant to adhere to each wire
and penetrate to the core for long-lasting
protection

The Lincoln wire rope lubrication system
eliminates manual lubrication and, in turn,
yields improved results. This reliable tool
forces lubricant into the wire rope core to
reduce friction and heat generation for longer
service life.
The wire rope lubrication system applies
the right amount of lubricant, distributes it
evenly and eliminates over-lubrication
waste.

Advantages:
• Fast and efficient – reduces lubrication
time by up to 90% vs. manual lubrication
• Increase operator safety
• Easy to use with any wire rope up to 2 in.
(52 mm)
• Helps to prevent corrosion
• Protects the wire ropes
• Penetrates the wire rope core
• Reduces waste and contamination
• Robust design for harsh environments

Applications:
• Traveling cranes
• Wharf cranes
• Ship cranes
• Deck winches
• Ship hoists
• Wire ropes for ROVs (remote-operated
vehicles)
• Winding machines in mines
• Mobile cranes
• Oil and gas rigs
• Chains and ropes

Wire rope lubrication system with wire rope lubricator (WRL) and pump and accessory package