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Wire Rope Lubricant
RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant is 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 RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant is suitable for manual and automatic application. It can be applied with relative ease even under the most severe climatic conditions.
RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant is 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 RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant enables it to creep and “wet” the metal surface forming an adhesive and protective film.
Light-bodied oil · provides the 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.
Major Applications
Field lubrication for wire ropes in service. All sizes of standing and running ropes as used on suspension and lift bridges, tramways and cableways. All types of cranes, escalators, derricks, masts and chimneys. Also on hoist ropes, draglines, conveyors and material handling equipment. Major industries served include surface and underground mining, construction, towing, marine, gas and petroleum, on and off shore drilling, to name a few.
Methods of Application
RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant has been tested and proven directly compatible with Crosby RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant Spray Applicators (see Crosby Catalog). The use of RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant in Crosby RXSOL Wire Rope Lubricant Spray Applicators is recommended. Other methods of application include manual by brush, swab, drip, pour, automatic drip or spray systems and automatic pressure wire rope lubricators.
| Appearance | Turbid, Brown |
| Viscosity, SUS @ 100F |
275/300 |
| Flash Point, COC F (C) |
330 (166) |
| Pour Point, F (C) |
-15 (-26) |
| Gravity, API |
21.6 |
| Shell Four Ball Wear Scar, MM |
0.68 |
| Corrosion Protection |
90 Days Maximum (Accelerated humidity testing 100% R.H. @ 120F) |
| Weight Per Gallon, Pound | 7.696 |