Basic grease selection table | ||
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Generally use if | ||
Speed: rotational speed1) up to 300 000 2) Temperature: 50 to 100 °C (120 to 230 °F) Load: C/P ~8 3) | General purpose | |
Unless | ||
Expected bearing temperature continuously > 100 °C (210 °F) | High temperature | |
Expected bearing temperature continuously > 150 °C (300 °F), demands for radiation resistance | Extremely high temperature | |
Low ambient –50 °C (–60 °F), expected bearing temperature < 50 °C (120 °F) | Low temperature | |
Shock loads, heavy loads, frequent start-up / shut-down | High load | |
Food processing industry | Food grade | |
Biodegradable, demands for low toxicity | Biodegradable |