Open Gear Greases - Hose Couplings and Petroleum Products
Open gear greases are high-load lubricants used on exposed gears and deck machinery in marine environments. For marine hose couplings handling petroleum products, lubricant selection must be compatible with hose materials, coupling seals, and the conveyed product; petroleum grease is not universally suitable.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Open Gear Greases |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Hose Couplings and Petroleum Products |
| Product Reference | 1166 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Shell, ExxonMobil, Castrol, Klüber Lubrication |
| Unit of Measure | Kilogram |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. High-load and anti-wear performance |
| 2. Resistance to water washout and marine humidity |
| 3. Adhesion to exposed gears and slow-moving mechanisms |
| 4. Corrosion protection for steel components |
| 5. Compatibility assessment required for hose seals and petroleum service |
Applications of Open Gear Greases
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Open gears on winches, cranes, windlasses, and deck machinery |
| 2. Lubrication of exposed coupling threads and mechanical interfaces where approved |
| 3. Marine hose handling equipment used for petroleum-product transfer |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| Mobilgear OGL 007 | ExxonMobil |
| Shell Gadus S5 V460 1.5 | Shell |
| Castrol Molub-Alloy Open Gear Grease | Castrol |
| Klüberplex AG 11-462 | Klüber Lubrication |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open gear grease | Consistency grade | Typically NLGI 0 to 2, depending on application and dispensing system | — |
| Open gear grease | Base oil viscosity | Typically high-viscosity mineral or synthetic base oil; select according to load and temperature | cSt |
| Marine hose coupling lubricant | Material compatibility | Must be compatible with coupling seals, hose lining, and petroleum product | — |
| Open gear grease | Application method | Brush, spatula, automatic spray, or centralized lubrication system as specified | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | No single universal certification applies to all open gear greases. Selection should follow the equipment manufacturer’s lubricant specification, OEM approval, SDS, and compatibility data. For petroleum-transfer hoses and couplings, applicable hose and marine transfer requirements may include EN 1765, EN 13765, ISO 1823, or OCIMF guidance where relevant. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Classification approval is generally not inherent to a grease product. Acceptance may depend on the vessel’s class requirements, equipment maker approval, and approved maintenance procedures. DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s Register, BV, and ClassNK requirements may apply to the equipment or operation rather than the lubricant itself. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Clean old grease and contaminants before application. Apply only the quantity specified by the equipment manufacturer. For hose couplings, use lubricant approved for the seal material and petroleum service; avoid allowing grease to contaminate the hose bore or transferred cargo. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect exposed gears and coupling threads for wear, corrosion, water contamination, and hardening. Reapply at the manufacturer’s interval and after heavy washing or water exposure. Do not mix different grease types unless compatibility is confirmed. |
| Safety Notes | Review the safety data sheet before use and wear suitable gloves and eye protection. Keep grease away from hot surfaces and ignition sources. Prevent slips on decks and dispose of contaminated rags and waste according to vessel and port environmental procedures. |
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