Gearboxes are essential to many industrial operations because they enhance the speed of motors used in various industries. In order to function at optimal performance, an industrial gearbox must be properly lubricated. Without regular lubrication, friction would affect the integral parts of the gearbox and lead to lowered efficiency and failure. The following will explain how lubrication keeps the internal components cool, protects the metal from corrosion, and lengthens the life of an industrial gearbox.
Industrial gearboxes consist of a number of gears that transmit torque. Gearboxes have the power to change torque, direction of power, and speed. Friction is produced as the gears rotate and come in contact with other toothed components in the gearbox. Excess friction of the internal components causes heat. Lubrication allows this friction to be controlled, ultimately allowing the internal components to remain cool.
The metals that make up an industrial gearbox are prone to corrosion. The importance of lubrication cannot be stressed enough when it comes to preventing this issue. If the metal becomes corroded, the equipment cannot provide the efficiency that most industrial applications require. A properly lubricated gearbox has less chance of corrosion and functions more effectively.
Gears are constantly moving in a rotational pattern. Continuous rotation without a source of oil will lead to significant wear and tear in any industrial gearbox. After some time has passed, the machine will face either repair or replacement. To avoid such issues and prevent large downtime costs, lubricate the various parts of your gearbox often.
Knowing how gearbox lubrication works and what kind of lubricant is best for your equipment is important. Having a trusted repair and maintenance company is just as important for the health of your gearbox. At Amarillo Gear Service, we work with our clients to ensure their gearboxes remain operational for the duration of their intended lifespan. We ensure that every unit we renew and repair leaves our facilities in like new condition. The result is that many of our gearboxes perform better once they are returned and are less prone to cause an unwanted failure.
Give us a call today at (806) 622-1273 for more information about our Amarillo Gear™ and Marley™ gearbox repair services. You can also Contact Us by email and view the regions we service. We will be happy to give you the answers you need to ensure your industrial gearbox and operations do not come to a halt.
