| Texas Refinery Corp.'s WIRE
ROPE LUBRICANT is designed to increase the life and therefore the
safety of wire ropes. It is a fluid type lubricant and, as a result, it
is able to penetrate the core of the wire rope and properly lubricate the
various parts of the wire rope. |
What Is Wire Rope?
Wire rope itself is a very complicated
and delicate tool. Wire ropes are twisted bundles of wire around a core
of natural or occasionally metal fibers. A wire rope is made up of several
strands of coiled wires. The wires are wound together in one direction
to form a strand. The strands are then laced together in the opposite direction
to form a wire rope.
The wire rope's core, if made up of
natural fibers, is saturated with lubricant at the factory. The outside
wires and strands are lubricated with a coating during the processing of
the cable. This type of dual lubrication protects the cable during shipment
and storage.
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANTRelubricates
When wire rope needs to be relubricated,
Texas Refinery Corp.'s WIRE ROPE LUBRICANT penetrates
to the core, replenishing the lubricant that has been lost in operation.
The core of natural fibers acts as a reservoir for WIRE
ROPE LUBRICANT - - - keeping each strand lubricated during use.
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANTProtects
From Rust
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANT
protects
the wire rope from moisture and rust. Even if the outside of the wire rope
looks to be in excellent condition, the inside can be rusted. That is why
it is essential to use a penetrating product that will provide proper lubrication.
It is the inner strands of the wire rope which will determine its life.
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANTProtects
From Wear
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANT
protects
the wire rope from wear. Many of the problems wire rope users encounter
are abrasion, corrosion, friction wear, cross-nicking, and metal fatigue.
After the cable is put into use, the factory lubricant begins to dissipate.
The core must be kept constantly lubricated to prevent wear and fatigue.
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANTHelps
Prevent Premature Failure
It is critical that lubricant be applied
to prevent premature failure of the wire rope. WIRE
ROPE LUBRICANT handles the job completely. Not only does it penetrate
to the core, but it also lubricates each individual strand inside and outside
to help prevent wear.
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANTEasy
To Apply
There are several ways to apply WIRE
ROPE LUBRICANT. The product is applied by brushing, spraying, pouring
as well as drip and force feed applications. Some even run the wire rope
through a trough or bath of lubrication. Remember: ordinary coatings or
compounds applied to the outside of a wire rope do little to give the inner-lubrication
necessary for extended wire rope life.
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANTExtends
Cable Life
WIRE ROPE LUBRICANT
has
excellent film strength to prevent rubbing of one wire strand against another.
It is tacky and adheres to the wire rope exceptionally well. By setting
up rapidly, once the product has been applied, it prevents drippage and
the usual mess found with so many lubricants for wire rope. It is fluid
enough to fill the spaces and protect against rust, corrosion, and wear.
Wire rope life can be extended up to ten times longer with regular and
periodic lubrication with WIRE ROPE LUBRICANT.
It is the most effective way to assure longer life for the wire rope. Far
too often the wire rope is neglected until it snaps, creating the potential
for a fatal accident. |
