When selecting an open gear lubricant for use in a particular application, the method of application used must be considered. The typical methods of application used in open gear systems are: Spray/atomization systems Gravity feed or drip feed Oil bath (splash and idler immersion systems) Hand, brush or pour it on Generally, if the open gear lubricant is to be applied by a drip system, force-feed lubricator or spray system, it must be sufficiently fluid to flow through the application…
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