Care
Many customers are unsure how to properly lubricate and care for their drives. Improper care can lead to increased wear, failures, and costly repairs.
Here, you’ll learn how to apply the correct lubrication for each type of drive and how to extend its service life.
How to solve these problems – with practical, application-oriented articles
I don’t know how often I actually need to lubricate the gearbox
I’m unsure where and how to locate the lubrication points
Which oil is the right one for my worm gear?
I’m concerned that improper care could reduce its service life
Care of electromechanical drives – Why it’s critical
The lifespan and reliability of electromechanical drives largely depend on proper care. Anyone using screw jacks, linear chains, or worm gears should not leave lubrication and oil filling to chance.
Maintenance starts with lubrication
Insufficient or incorrect lubrication is one of the most common causes of premature wear or failure. It’s not just about whether to lubricate, but also how often, with what, and where exactly. Proper oil filling in worm gears is also essential for smooth and long-lasting operation.
Clarity for greater operational safety
This section helps answer these questions. It explains how to avoid maintenance mistakes, which care intervals make sense, and what to pay attention to when lubricating and filling oil, ensuring reliable and safe operation.
FAQs
Use high-quality lubricants such as synthetic oil or grease with the recommended NLGI grades for maximum performance and longevity.
Lubricating grease of NLGI grade 1 or 2, suitable for heavily loaded sliding and rolling bearings. Compatibility with the existing lubricant must be ensured. It's crucial whether the grease is mineral or synthetic-based.
The lubricant quantity depends on the size and type of the gear unit. You can find specific data in our general catalog. Here's an example for our Cubic Screw Jacks: General Catalog 2023 (grob-antriebstechnik.de)
The following points necessitate an oil version:
- Use in explosive atmospheres with gas. A mandatory ATEX questionnaire is required.
- Input speed at the worm shaft ranging from 1500rpm to 3000rpm.
Overheating, unusual noises, or a noticeable decrease in performance can be signs of insufficient lubrication. Pay attention to these symptoms for timely maintenance.
Lubrication should be performed every 3 to 6 months, or after 500 double strokes, depending on the frequency of use and the environment.
No, the standard grease can be replaced by other greases with the same properties. If you would like to know whether your grease is compatible with our standard grease, you can send us the data sheet of your preferred grease, and we will check it for you.
Screw Drives require regular lubrication to minimize wear. The type of lubricant and the intervals depend on the operating conditions.
Typically via lubrication holes for oil or grease. Regular lubrication is crucial for service life and smooth operation.
