Cable Lubrication Methods
GENERAL
We are covering the more commonly used methods of lubricating cable (wire rope). For
special cable lubrication problems consult the cable manufacturer.
HOT APPLICATION
A heated bath is placed in the path of the wire rope, and the rope is passed through the hot
lubrication over sheaves and a center guide wheel. Hot oils or greases have excellent
penetrating qualities and upon cooling have high adhesive and film strength around each wire.
CONTINUOUS BATH
Run an operating rope through a specially constructed casing that has been packed with
swabbing and loaded with lubricant. This affords continuous lubrication.
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