Wire Rope Lubricant
Was developed over
40 years ago as a unique light-bodied wire rope lubricant and
protector. For field application it offers outstanding lubrication,
penetration and preservation of wire ropes. The consistency of Vita
life # 400 is suitable for manual and automatic application. It can be
applied with relative case even under the most severe climatic
conditions.
Produced from the
highest quality petroleum fractions. In addition to having excellent
lubricating properties, they contain selected additives to obtain acid
and alkali resistance; water displacing properties; excellent rust
prevention, oxidation stability and penetration. The high polarity of
both products enables them to creep and "wet" the metal surface forming
an adhesive and protective film.
Light-bodied oil or
grease like consistency; ability to penetrate to the core of wire rope;
wire ropes are cleaner and easy to inspect; penetrates the interstices
between wires and strands; high film strength; prevents wear; resists
oxidation and corrosion; self healing film former; excellent in acid or
alkali and pollutants' environment; high polarity promotes creeping and
re-lubrication of areas forced dry of oil.
Field lubrication
of wire ropes in service. All sizes o standing and running ropes as
used on suspension and lift bridges, tramways and cableways. All type
of cranes, escalators, derricks, masts and chimneys. Also on hoist
ropes, drag lines, conveyors and material handling equipment. Major
industries served include surface and underground mining. construction,
marine and finishing, gas and petroleum etc.
Manual by brush,
swab, drip, pour or spray. Automatic drip or spray systems are
excellent. Also automatic pressure wire rope lubricators are used. This
product is also available in an across can.
Appearance
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Turbid, Brown
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Viscosity, SUS@100oF
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275/300
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Flash Point, COCoF (oC)
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330 (166)
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Pour Point, oF (oC)
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-15 (-26)
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Gravity, oAPI
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21.6
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Shell Four Ball Wear Scar, MM
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0.68
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Corrosion Protection
(Accelerated humidity testing
100% R.H. @ 120oF) |
90 Days maximum
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Weight Per Gallon, Pound
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7.696
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- The information furnished herein is based on
observations believed to be reliable, but the crosby group inc. does
not guarantee the results to be accurate and makes no makes no
warranties, expressed or implied. Vita life is a registered trademark
of The Crosby Group Inc.
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