What is the grease pump?

Grease pump is one of the most used garage tools in service stations. Different parts of different devices and machines, including bearings, gears and ball bearings, require lubrication and greasing. A grease pump is used for this aim. Lubrication with this device is done by air compressor. In general, we have three types of grease pumps, which are:

  • Manual grease pump
  • pneumatic grease pump
  • Electric grease pump

Grease pump application

Greasing is necessary in order to prolong the life of devices and machines. A grease pump is used for this purpose. Using a pneumatic grease pump is very suitable for parts that cannot be accessed, and also a large amount of grease can be done.

Types of Hardex grease pump

Hardex brand has different types of industrial grease pumps with different capacities.

  • Grease pump with capacity of 12 liters
  • Grease pump with capacity of 20 liters
  • Grease pump with capacity of 35 liters

These grease pumps have four wheels under the machine for easy transportation along with a collet and corresponding hose. These Hardex garage tools are made in China.

How to work with a grease pump

To work with a grease pump, you must first remove its tank and fill it with grease. Make sure that the tank is free of any dirt, sand, etc. Heat the grease a little for convenience. After reconnecting and closing the door, connect the hose connector. Then ventilate the grease pump. Now you can use it by pressing the nipple of the grease pump.

Important points when using a grease pump

  • Do not use flammable gases to increase the power of the isolated device. This is very dangerous and has very dangerous consequences.
  • In different seasons of the year, use grease pumps suitable for the same season. The recommended grease pumps for use in different seasons are as follows:

Winter: grade 0 and 1

Spring and autumn: Grade 1 and 2

Summer: Grade 2 and 3

Attention:

The high grease concentration prevents the proper operation of the device. always control the grease device for better operation. If needed, dilute it with a small amount of oil. It is very important to check this especially in the winter due to the increased concentration of grease.

Pneumatic grease pump accessories and parts

Grease pump components consist of two main parts, which are: air motor and grease pump tube.

The engine, which is the starting part of the grease pump, consists of cylinders and pistons that are responsible for air transmission. The pump's grease pipe has the task of transferring grease to the outlet. There are other parts in the grease pump, such as grease pump gun, grease pump hose, nozzle, connector, etc.

How to prevent grease pump failure?

To take better care of the grease pump, you should control the air entering the pump with a dehumidifier. When filling the tank, clean it so that there is no dirt, sand, etc. For the device to work better, the grease inside the tank must be free of any contamination. ventilate of the grease pump also helps to improve the performance of this device. Lubricating the device is one of the things that you can do. For moving more easily, Use the accompanying wheels. In order to prevent parts depreciation, avoid continuous and long-term use of the device. Also pay attention to periodic repairs and frequent cleaning of the hose.

After finishing the work, turn off the air compressor and press the grease pump collet to remove the air.

Buying grease pump + important points in it

The best grease pump has the following features:

  • Standard plate
  • Creating a suitable vacuum for suction
  • Proper output
  • High pressure compared to the manual model
  • Ability to pump a large amount of grease
  • Ability to use long hoses and connectors

According to these points, you can make the most suitable and best choice and use this tool for years.

Grease pump price

The price of grease pump depending on the type of that, which can be manual, pneumatic or electric, as well as its brand in the market. The Hardex brand has a variety of grease pump that have different capacities. For more information, you can contact our experts.

ّFAQ

1Why does the grease pump not work well?
If the grease pump does not work well, there may be various reasons. In this case, the grease pump is usually not well ventilated and there is air between the grease or there is contamination inside the grease pump tank.
2How to ventilate the bucket pump grease?
Before closing the grease pump hose, you should raise and lower the handle of the grease pump several times to get the grease out of the external duct and then close the hose.
3What is the difference between a grease pump and a gear oil pump?
Grease pump devices have high pressure and their pressure ratio is 1:50, which means that 50 units of grease are released for every 1 unit of air. But in gear oil pumps, this is in the ratio of 1:5.