When determining the proper lubricant for an application, the key is the ability to satisfy all equipment needs, such as compatibility with a particular method of supplying or applying the lubricant. Some modern methods include any combination of the flowing techniques: pouring, dripping, wicking, immersion, brushing, spraying, pumping and impregnation.
Other factors include how, where and when the system is being used. The composition of the material used within the system can also dictate lubrication requirements. A seal or copper component, for example, might require very specific lubrication treatments to avoid damage.
Careful consideration of how a lubricant is to be applied will provide insight as to what properties, such as viscosity and clinging tenacity, the lubricant may require. Thinking about the possibilities should always lead to applying the <strong>Right Principle</strong>, which is using the right lubricant, in the right place, at the right time.
When a customer is ready to buy high quality lubricants, Professional Lubricant Supply, LLC determines which product and how much is needed by checking with the equipment manufacturer, consulting the owner’s manual or using the AMSOIL Online Product Application Guide.
