Typically, the motor includes a rotor shaft, a bearing support and a self-aligning bearing supported thereby journalling the rotor shaft of the motor. 5. The oil is thrown upward as droplets or fine mist and provides adequate lubrication to valve mechanisms, piston pins, cylinder walls, and piston rings. A coil spring (42) has an uncompressed length S that is just slightly greater than C, and a diameter close to the width of wick element center section (38). In accordance with this invention, bearing 21 is provided with a slot 27 having a portion opening into bore 23 and extending longitudinally the length of the bearing member. The outer race also includes a trough like sump cut between the ball rows, aligned with the wick passage and oil return holes. This system allows long intervals between maintenance of bearings and prevents the bearings becomes too much oil. The oil pressure ranges from 100 to 250 psi. Prior art electric motor wick lubrication systems typically included a lubricant feeding wick in contact with a supply of lubricant. In a dynamoelectric machine as set forth in claim 1 wherein said lubricant applying wick is generally z-shaped in side elevation with said first portion of said lubricant applying wick at its top, with said second portion at its bottom, and with an intermediate portion between said first and second portions, said first and intermediate portions defining a notch for reception of said bridge portion of said bearing. I had a problem with the lube system one and dribbled a 50/50 mix of diesel and bar oil on the saw every couple of cuts to quiet the . Step 3: Locate Lubrication Ports. 1. Wick Oilers have a wick of loose textured, long fiber wool that supplies oil to the bearing through capillary action. 2 is a left end view of the electric motor shown in FIG. Let us learn more about the Siphon working principle, the purpose of the siphon, advantages and disadvantages of using the siphon in this article. As best shown in FIG. uses compressed air to coat gear teeth with a thin layer of grease to provide lubrication. . ;ASSIGNOR:LEDERMAN, FREDERICK E.;REEL/FRAME:006174/0385, Free format text: The provision of such a lubrication system which is of simple and economical construction, which is easy to install, and which is reliable in operation. Significant savings in repair and spare costs. 3 is a vertical cross sectional view taken along line 3--3 of FIG. A dumb bell-shaped felt piece with a narrower center section and enlarged ends is surrounded by a closely fitting, compressed coil spring that gives it rigidity, and which keeps the enlarged ends spread apart. a) Mist lubrication system. Further, it will be noted in FIG. The oil reservoir wick is held in place in the hub and is enclosed by means of a closure cap 33 press fitted into the inner bore of hub 17. 4.5.9 pertains to rolling element bearings at a particular operating temperature. Such a twist lock retainer is more fully disclosed in the coassigned U.S. patent, now U.S. Pat. 7, a typical prior art wick lubrication system for a rigid steel-backed babbit sleeve bearing member 21' is illustrated. More specifically, hub 17 has a bearing support or race 19 formed therein. ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST. 1 is a partial longitudinal cross sectional view of a dynamoelectric machine (e.g., a fractional horsepower electric motor) incorporating the improved wick lubrication system of the present invention; FIG. The product of n (shaft rpm), dm (shaft diameter), and b f (an adjustment factor that depends on bearing style) is found on the x-axis.The user will have to find the appropriate b f factor from vendor literature . The aim of the gravity system, as of all lubrication systems, is to provide a reliable means of supplying the bearing surfaces with the proper amount of lubricating oil. Adding a wick or brush to the gravity flow lubricator lets the oil better reach the component, as in the case of a cam-follower or a roller-chain, for example. Standards CE Certified; EAC Certified. 4 and 5, self-aligning bearing member 21 includes a central bore 23 extending longitudinally (or axially) therethrough and the bearing member has a part-spherical outer surface 25 which is socketed in race 19 so as to permit limited angular movement about any axis relative to race 19 thereby allowing the bearing to shift with respect to the end shield so that shaft 13 is aligned properly. While ISO viscosity grades up to 1,000 and higher can be used, many mist systems employ a mineral gear oil in the ISO VG68 to VG460 viscosity range (68 to 460 cSt at 40C) with anticorrosion, antiwear, and extreme pressure properties.. Past problems with wax and additive separation from . Reference may be made to U.S. Pat. C. meter lubricant. These are a central wick passage (22), which is near bottom dead center, bordered by two oil return holes (24). Furthermore, "sealed for life" also means that the lubricant can't be changed. 4,219,245. Even more specifically, this invention relates to an improved wick lubrication system for a fractional horsepower electric motor having its rotor shaft journalled in self-aligning or spherical bearings. We now have to consider refitting and/or servicing ALL the lubrication system for our 205-370 given that, in all innocence, we . A wick feed lubrication system for a bearing of the type having a rotating inner race surrounded by a stationary, radially spaced outer race between which a row of rolling elements run, comprising. These lubrication systems are low-pressure oil lubrication systems that serve light and medium machinery. Medium hard felt wick has density from 0.26 grams/cm3 to 0.32 grams/cm3 and hard grade refers to 0.36 grams/cm3 and above . 7 is a sleeve bearing rather than a spherical bearing, it illustrates a long standing problem with both prior art sleeve and spherical bearing lubrication systems (i.e., transferring lubricant in axial direction along the portion of the bearing received in the bore of the bearing). Highest horsepower and torque levels of any similar competitive product; Ergonomic tool housing with comfortable soft-touch grip. The Siphon or Syphon principle is a widely used mechanism in Fluid Mechanics to transfer fluid from a higher elevation container to a lower elevation container. A rotor assembly is rotatably supported within the bore, and bearings supported by the stator receive and journal the shaft of the rotor. Corresponding reference characters indicate corresponding parts throughout the several view of the drawings. The working of this lubricator is based on the siphon principle. 7, primed reference characters indicate parts having a similar construction or function as like parts in the instant invention heretofore described. Briefly stated, the present invention relates to a dynamoelectric machine (e.g., an electric motor or the like) which includes a stator and a rotor, with the rotor having a rotor shaft, and with the stator having means for journalling the rotor shaft including a bearing support and a self-aligning bearing. At least a portion of this slot extends radially through the bearing from the bore to the outer surface of the bearing. This is best illustrated in FIG. 1. 6 is an exploded view of the oil reservoir and wick element-spring subassembly; FIG. Different methods are used to apply lubricants to machinery. insulating supports or means for fitting bearings in the bearing-shields using sliding-contact or spherical cap bearings radially supporting the rotary shaft at both ends of the rotor. Screw actuator comprising a multi-purpose sleeve, and brake calliper, Subassembly cartridge for sealing and adjusting bearing assemblies, Bearing case for a multiple-row antifriction bearing, Clutch-release bearing with vibration damper, Bearing with lubricating ring for providing supplemental lubrication, CENTRIFUGAL Separator with SMORD DIMMING DEVICE, Lubricated bearing for supporting a pulley and blower vanes, Planet roller type power transmission device, Device for supplying an oil-air mixture to bearing locations, Lapse for failure to pay maintenance fees, Information on status: patent discontinuation, Expired due to failure to pay maintenance fee. 3. Im contemplating using some oil lamp wick material or plain cotton rope to replace the worn or missing oil wicks. 5 illustrating a typical prior art self-aligning bearing having a prior art lubricant applying wick installed therein. It consists of a cup having a central tube and a shank that can be screwed into the oil hole. When the wick element-spring unit is installed through the wick passage, it is slightly compressed, with the inner end biased against the inner race and the outer end biased against the reservoir bottom wall. Tool Weight 1.3 lb. ;ASSIGNOR:BURTON, STEPHEN J.;REEL/FRAME:003943/0592, Free format text: Both the purchaser and manufacturer shall jointly decide the capacity of oil mist generator. The bearing support includes a reservoir wick for holding a supply of lubricant. Automated lubrication methods. 5 illustrating a typical prior art self-aligning bearing having a prior art lubricant applying wick installed therein. 2; FIG. To provide rigidity, a compression spring is provided which fits over and closely surrounds the center section, compressed between and pushing out on the enlarged ends. 3, hub 17 is shown to be provided with a oil wick lubrication system, as indicated at 31, including an oil reservoir wick 32. 2. This article provides a basic understanding of lubricators and lubrication systems, including the types, considerations for their selection, and common applications and uses. 4. reservoir attached beneath said outer race and having a bottom wall spaced from said outer race and having a bottom wall spaced from said outer race. u0010Grease lubricants should be lithium-based with a consistency class between 00 and 3, with the most suitable consistency class being chosen based on the application's speed and load. Oil Mist Lubrication Working Principle. 2. This set of Automobile Engineering Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on "Lubrication Systems". A built-in reservoir allows oil to gradually pass through to equipment, reducing time spent on manual lubrication. 3, substantially and not capable of remaining straight. Referring next to FIGS. As is best shown in FIGS. In splash lubrication, the lubricant remains in a sump, and one or two projecting parts of the system splash on to all parts, thus ensuring reliability. Soft felt wick has density between 0.16 grams/cm3 to 0.22 grams/cm3. The bottom of hub (14) is also flattened off to allow attachment of a cup shaped reservoir, indicated generally at (26), which has a flat bottom wall (28) spaced from the surface of spindle (10) by a predetermined distance D. Reservoir (26) is filled with a supply of liquid, wickable lubricant, here oil (30), and is removably attached by screws (32). Each oiler includes a multi-pack of colors for flow testing. Functions of Engine Lubricating System. Pressure Feed by Hand Pump iii. Oil-mist lubricating systems should operate at pressures of ___ psi. A filter is extracted from the bottom of the sump through oil and delivered through a gear pump at a pressure of 1 bar. Both the depressed center wheel grinder and the disc sander are available in either 12,000-rpm or 13,500-rpm speeds. The shaft surface speed in this case is 30 rev/sec 5 in. This drag is translated into extra heat. Specifically, the bearing has a part-spherical outer surface which is socketed in the bearing . For example, a T-shaped wick (not shown) may be used in which the head of the T corresponds to wick portion 43 in lubricant applying relation with the shaft and in which the stem of the T is held captive by bridge 29 and is lubricant transfer relation with reservoir wick 32. Corresponding reference characters indicate corresponding parts throughout the several view of the drawings. 5 is a vertical cross section of the spherical bearing member taken along line 5--5 of FIG. Safety-lock throttle lever prevents . Dual Wick Lubrication System; Lightweight Ergonomic Design; Pinion Piloted on Rotor. Is that okay or should I use some special sewing oil wic. LubeSite's wick material (foam) replaces old-style felt or woven . 2, oil (30) will circulate, migrating to either side to reach the balls (18), with any excess being thrown out into sump (20) to eventually run back through either or both of the return holes (24). Air-Powered Drum Pumps with Hose andFilter/Lubricator for Water, Oil, Coolants, and Chemicals. I'm testing my home made prototype drip feed oiler for my vintage lathe. 3. Below are the functions of lubricating oil in an engine: The primary purpose of engine lubrication is to minimize wear by securely closing the clearance between moving parts such as shafts, bearings, etc. 6). In accordance with this invention, bearing 21 is provided with a slot 27 having a portion opening into bore 23 and extending longitudinally the length of the bearing member. Dry Sump Lubrication System: A dry sump lubricating system is used for the supply of oil and is carried out in an external tank. Larger bearing ends are lubricated through a nozzle spray. Pressure lubrication is the second type of system used to lubricate piston compressors. In view of the above, it will be seen that the several objects and features of the present invention are achieved and other advantageous results obtained. Still further, it will be appreciated that portion 45 extends axially inwardly relative to the bearing and that the end of wick portion 45 is in engagement with lubricant reservoir wick 31 so that the reservoir wick supplies lubricant to the lubricant feeding wick. From there, as shown by the arrows in FIG. Increased machine reliability. Up to 50% savings in lubricant costs due to . 3 shows the wick element and spring prior to assembly; FIG. They 'float' on a thin film of oil that is forced under pressure into . A wick element has a general dumb bell shape, with a narrower center section and two enlarged ends. Owner name: The width of center section (38) is smaller than the diameter of the wick passage (22), while end-to-end length L is just slightly greater than D. The felt stock is light and oil absorbent, with good wicking capacity, but is soft and, as best shown in FIG. As various changes could be made in the above constructions without departing from the scope of the invention, it is intended that all matter contained in the above description or shown in the accompanying drawings shall be interpreted as illustrative and not in a limiting sense. Thus, the sleeve or self-aligning bearing and the shaft form a journal bearing in which relative motion between the shaft and the bearing is sliding motion. A. increase pressure and distribute lubricant. 1. UNSPSC 27131511. Linear guiding device with rail race lubricating elements. 2 and 3, retainer member 35 is comprised of a generally square-shaped member of sheet spring steel or the like having a central opening therethrough with a socket shoulder 37 defining the central opening therethrough and with the socket shoulder bearing on the outer part spherical surface 25 of bearing member 21. 4, slot 27 has a width, as indicated by dimension W, and a length (shown in FIG. 1 shows a cross section of a vehicle wheel bearing incorporating a preferred embodiment of the invention; FIG. As shown in FIG. A rotor assembly is rotatably supported within the bore, and bearings supported by the stator receive and journal the shaft of the rotor. Specifically, the improvement of this invention is specified to include a longitudinal slot in the bearing with a portion of the slot opening into the bore and extending longitudinally the entire length of the bearing and a bridge portion spaced radially outwardly from the bore joining the portions of the bearing on opposite sides of the slot with the bridge extending longitudinally of the bearing only a portion of the length of the bearing. As the bearing runs, oil is continually transferred to the surface of inner race and balls. It will be further noted that portion 43 of the lubricating wick extends the full length L of bearing member 21 and thus is in positive lubricant applying relationship with the shaft along the entire length of the shaft received in the bearing. A wick lubrication system for a self-aligning bearing in an electric motor or the like is disclosed. Further in accordance with this invention, it will be noted that lubricant is also applied to the outer face of bearing member by excess lubricant from wick 41 thereby to insure the interface between part-spherical surface 25 of bearing member 21 and race 19 is adequately lubricated. Mist lubrication system is that, in which the lubrication of a bearing is done by the oil in the form of oil mist. The most common systems are: Referring now to FIG. Referring next to FIGS. 4,219,245. The recommended minimum temperature is typically at least 120F. As is best shown in FIGS. Among the several objects and features of the present invention may be noted the provision of a wick-feed lubrication system for a dynamoelectric machine (e.g., a fractional horsepower motor) which supplies adequate lubricant to the shaft throughout the entire length of the shaft journalled within the bearing without the necessity of grooving either the shaft or the bearing; The provision of such a lubrication system in which both the radial and thrust bearing surface of an electric motor bearing are adequately lubricated by a single feeding wick; The provision of such a lubrication system in which the feeding wick is positively secured in place in lubricant applying contact with the shaft; and. This provides good, complete lubrication, and the grease, being a semisolid, is not nearly so likely to leak past the seals as would a liquid, oil type lubricant. In this manner, both the radial and thrust surfaces (i.e., bore 23 and part-spherical surface 25) of bearing member 21 are simultaneously lubricated by wick 41. Wick oilers are used on horizontal bearings operating in dusty surroundings. 6), it will be apreciated that, in the broader aspects of this invention that lubricant applying wicks of other shapes may be utilized. 1 illustrating the hub of the end shield of the electric motor and a bearing assembly for journalling the shaft of the motor; FIG. The grinder is designed for use with Type 27 . Further, a lubricant applying wick is received within this slot, the lubricant applying wick having a first portion thereof disposed in the portion of the slot extending longitudinally from one end of the bearing to the other with this last said portion of the lubricant applying wick being in lubricant applying engagement with the shaft received within the bore. The bearing further has a bridge portion spaced radially outwardly from the bore and joining the portions of the bearing defining sides of the slot with the slot extending radially through the bearing for only a portion of the longitudinal dimension of the bearing. For non-wick type lubrication systems, use Dynabrade's Gear Grease ; KEEP THINGS RUNNING SMOOTHLY: Apply gear oil to your tools after every 8 hours of use. Lieuvain's Glass Bottle Lubricator 2. Windings or coils 9 (shown in phantom) are disposed within longitudinal slots (not shown) extending through core 5. No. Zhongshan Broad-Ocean Motor Manufacture Co., Ltd. Zhongshan Broad-Ocean Motor Manufacturing Co., Ltd. EMERSON ELECTRIC CO., 8100 WEST FLORISSANT AVE., S, ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST. Dual wick lubrication system saturated with gear oil for extended gear life over 700 hours. 1. Check that the sump tanks are ready for operation. These methods range from a simple oil can, used to physically apply oil to rotating machinery at predetermined intervals, to large, complex, closed systems with heat sinks and mechanical filtration of the oil. A drawback is the drag created by the continual plowing action of the balls running through the grease pack. Leather Sewing Machines . b) wick feed lubricator system. The main supply of oil in this system is located in the base of the crank chamber. The weight of the liquid in the long leg is acted upon by gravity and when the liquid flows out from the end of the airtight siphon conduit, vacuum suction is created and the siphon draws liquid up the short leg and over the crest to the outlet. Now rare in four-stroke engines, total loss oiling is still used in many . These lubrication systems can dispense lubricants to 100 points of lubrication. 4. Oftentimes, as shown in FIG. Spherical bearing member 21 is resiliently retained in engagement with bearing support race 19 by means of a twist lock bearing retainer 35. Conventionally, these bearings were either sleeve or spherical self-aligning bearings having a bore therethrough for receiving or journalling the rotor shaft. Wick (cotton or wool s) carries oil from the well to the shaft sleeve. Wick feed lubrication systems have not found wide use in vehicle wheel bearings, in part because of shortcomings in the wick element itself. Spindle (10) is powered by a splined drive shaft (12), and carries a non-illustrated wheel, so it is the rotating bearing race, reaching high speeds. a wick element of flexible, lubricant absorbent material sized to pass through said wick passage, said wick element having a center section narrow enough to have surrounding clearance from said wick passage, enlarged ends, and a free state, end-to-end length sufficient to reach from said inner race to the reservoir bottom wall, and, Assigned to GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, A CORP. OF DE, GENERAL MOTORS CORPORATION, A CORP. OF DE, Application filed by Motors Liquidation Co, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING, ENGINEERING ELEMENTS AND UNITS; GENERAL MEASURES FOR PRODUCING AND MAINTAINING EFFECTIVE FUNCTIONING OF MACHINES OR INSTALLATIONS; THERMAL INSULATION IN GENERAL, SHAFTS; FLEXIBLE SHAFTS; ELEMENTS OR CRANKSHAFT MECHANISMS; ROTARY BODIES OTHER THAN GEARING ELEMENTS; BEARINGS, Parts of bearings; Special methods for making bearings or parts thereof, Special parts or details in view of lubrication, Special parts or details in view of lubrication with liquid lubricant, Details of supply of the liquid to the bearing, e.g. Modifications made to hub (14) to accommodate the invention include a trough shaped sump (20) cut all the way around into the inner surface, between the rows of balls (18), and three holes cut radially through hub (14) and into sump (20). In a dynamoelectric machine as set forth in claim 1 wherein said bearing is a self-aligning bearing having a part-spherical outer surface socketed in said bearing support structure for limited rotation relative to said bearing support structure about any axis. Check that the shut-off valves at the main pumps are open. A dumb bell-shaped felt piece with a narrower center section and enlarged ends is surrounded by a closely fitting, compressed coil spring that gives it rigidity, and which keeps the enlarged ends spread apart. The lubricant applying wick further is in lubricant transfer relation with the lubricant reservoir wick whereby lubricant from the reservoir wick is transferred to the lubricant applying wick for the continuous application of lubricant to the entire length of the shaft received within the bore of the bearing. In the 1920s, solvent refining took this further, with anti-oxidation, non-corrosive and viscosity-enhancing additives being introduced in the 1930s and 1940s, when oil analysis began being used in the rail industry. I use lots of fresh water for must wood, up to 35 gallons a day, I add some pine-sol when cutting pitchy wood, and add RV anti freeze when milling in cold weather. Frequent lubrication helps prevent premature gear failure and helps . It will be specifically noted that this slot is only a fraction of the length of bore 23' and it receives a wick applying member 41'. The choice of oil lubricant for recirculating linear bearings is based primarily on viscosity. Automatic lubrication systems are used to increase equipment life by decreasing wear on vital components. Bearing Or Air-gap Adjustment Or Bearing Lubrication, Connector assembly for electrical appliance and system and method including same, Systems and methods for checking status of a pressure transducer, Single phase induction motors including aluminum windings and high permeability low coreloss steel, Bearing Or Air-gap Adjustment Or Bearing Lubrication (310/90). The oil after lubrication is returned to reservoir either directly or through filters. Drip Feed Lubricator iv. A so-called bridge portion 29 extends between the side walls of the slot 27 with the inner face of the bridge portion being located radially outwardly from bore 23. 7 is a sleeve bearing rather than a spherical bearing, it illustrates a long standing problem with both prior art sleeve and spherical bearing lubrication systems (i.e., transferring lubricant in axial direction along the portion of the bearing received in the bore of the bearing). If you can operate scissors, a drill, and a box cutter, you're qualified. Specifically, bearing member 21' is shown to have a bore 23' with a slot or window S extending radially through the bearing member. insulating supports or means for fitting bearings in the bearing-shields using sliding-contact or spherical cap bearings, Means for supporting bearings, e.g. Typically, the oil is pumped through an . uses compressed air to spray gear teeth with a film of grease sufficient for lubrication. Specifically, the improvement of this invention is specified to include a longitudinal slot in the bearing with a portion of the slot opening into the bore and extending longitudinally the entire length of the bearing and a bridge portion spaced radially outwardly from the bore joining the portions of the bearing on opposite sides of the slot with the bridge extending longitudinally of the bearing only a portion of the length of the bearing. 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