Steel wire ropes fail from the inside long before visible damage appears on the surface. Moisture, salt, dirt and insufficient lubrication gradually increase internal friction, accelerate corrosion and reduce rope service life.
Traditional lubrication methods often coat only the outside of the rope, leaving the core insufficiently protected. Pressure Lubricators solve this problem by forcing lubricant deep into the rope structure, protecting every strand and significantly improving maintenance effectiveness.
Lubricant is forced beyond the rope’s external surface and into the internal strands and core, where protection is especially important.
The system distributes lubricant consistently along the wire rope, reducing the risk of over-lubricated and under-lubricated sections.
Thorough internal lubrication helps protect the steel wires from moisture, seawater and other corrosive environmental conditions.
Proper lubrication reduces friction between individual wires and strands as the rope bends, moves and operates under load.
Compared with manual application, pressure lubrication can significantly reduce the time required to treat long lengths of wire rope.
The controlled process delivers a more reliable maintenance result than manual brushing or surface application.
Effective lubrication can help extend the operational life of the wire rope, reducing premature replacement requirements and operational interruptions.
When combined with suitable cleaning equipment, old grease, dirt and contaminants can be removed before relubrication, allowing the new lubricant to penetrate more effectively.
Split seals are positioned around the wire rope and secured inside the two halves of the lubricating chamber.
The unit is then connected to a high-pressure lubricating pump through a flexible hose and anchored to a suitable stationary point. As the wire rope passes through the chamber, lubricant is applied under pressure across its circumference and into its internal structure.
The result is a fast, controlled and highly effective lubrication process.
The KATRADIS Pressure Lubricator is suitable for wire ropes used in:
-Marine and vessel maintenance
-Mooring systems
-Cranes and lifting equipment
-Cargo-handling operations
-Winches and hoisting systems
-Offshore installations
-Onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities
-Cable-operated industrial systems
KATRADIS can also supply high-performance Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants – EALs suitable for demanding marine applications.
Available lubricating greases can provide:
Proper lubrication is one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce downtime, extend wire rope service life and improve operational safety. KATRADIS pressure lubricators provide fast, consistent and deep lubrication for marine and industrial applications.
Looking for the right lubricator for your wire ropes? Contact the KATRADIS team for technical guidance and product recommendations.
