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Multi-line lubrication systems for grease

Introduction

System description

SKF multi-line lubrication systems consist of the following SKF multi-line grease pumps are designed for demanding
components: a pump unit, control and monitoring devices, applications in nearly all industries Most pump versions are
tubing and fittings Multi-line pump units supply lubricant to available with special reservoirs for oil The P 215 and P 230
lubrication points without extra metering dividers Thus, each pump series enable the use of plasticizer oil for the
lubrication point has its own pumping element The system rubber industry
design is simple, accurate and most reliable
Multi-line pumps can be actuated mechanically, electrically or Advantages:
hydraulically The easily exchangeable pumping elements are • Sturdy; durable pump series designed
usually operated by eccentric cam Depending on the drive for 24/7 operation
speed, gearbox ratio and selected pump element size, a deliv-
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ery range from almost 0 to 35 cm /min (0 to 2 13 in /min) can • Simple; continuous lubrication without
be covered The built-in stirrer mixes the grease (grease sof- electrical cycle timers, in most cases
tening process), is synchronized with the pump element suc- • Versatile; select individual pump element
tion stroke, and assists the heavy lubricant to flow into the characteristics and reservoir size
suction chamber This unique concept supplies heavy lubri- • Precise; set the required stroke volume
cants usually up to NLGI 3
at the pumping element
An individual lubrication volume setting per pump outlet is • Due to the use of a built-in stirrer and
possible by selecting pumping elements with different piston broad viscosity range, heaters are not required
diameters and/or stroke settings The potential numbers of
outlets range from 1 to 30 • ATEX explosion-proof versions available
• Extra, downstream-located flow control valves
or progressive metering devices possible

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