Shell Gadus (Drag Rope Lubricant HF)
Wire Rope Lubricant
Shell Gadus (Drag Rope Lubricant HF) is beneficial to ropes sheaves. It coats the external strands of wire ropes, then transfers to the sheave contact areas and protects both the rope and sheave. Rope life is extended, and sheave rebuild, and replacement costs are dramatically reduced. The same benefit applies to drum laggings. Shell Gadus (Drag Rope Lubricant HF) is a blend of anti-wear additives in a heavy asphaltic base. The viscosity is reduced using a TCLP-SAFE non-chlorinated solvent. After application to the rope, the solvent dries, and a durable coating is formed on both rope and sheave. In dig and dump cycles on certain draglines, the sheave can rotate momentarily in the opposite direction to the travel of the rope. Shell Gadus (Drag Rope Lubricant HF) forms a coating that is dense enough to prevent sliding abrasion that can shorten the life of components caused during this process. Shell Gadus (Drag Rope Lubricant HF) penetrates the rope, but it does not reach the inner strands and does not dilute the grease that was installed by the original equipment manufacturer.
Benefits
- TCLP-Safe - passes EPA Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure, which reduces disposal costs.
- Excellent Antiwear and EP Capability - greatly extends the life of ropes and sheaves.
- Rust Protection - selected additives protect against rust and corrosion formation.
- Non-Chlorinated Formulation - no ozone depleting chemicals.
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