Cleverly using magnets to prevent equipment wear and failure

In the operation of industrial machinery and equipment, metal wear is an unavoidable phenomenon. Over time, equipment components due to friction, collision or corrosion, etc., will produce a large number of tiny metal debris, such as iron filings, rust slag and metal particles from the outside. These tiny metal impurities, if not removed in time, will circulate continuously with the lubricant or working fluid inside the equipment, thus causing serious harm to the equipment.

In order to avoid damage to the system caused by the flow of metal chips inside the equipment, it is important to take effective measures for the adsorption and monitoring of metal impurities.

Use of Magnetic Filter or Magnetic Oil Plug: This is the most common and very effective method. Magnetic filters or magnetic oil plugs have a powerful magnet integrated inside, which can actively attract metal particles in the oil flow process and prevent them from entering the critical components. This method is especially suitable for gearboxes, hydraulic systems, transmissions and other equipment containing gears and bearings.

Powerful magnet to attract metal chips

Setting a bar magnet at the bottom of the oil tank or shell: For some simpler structures, or locations where magnetic oil plugs are not installed, such as part of the reducer, oil tanks, etc., a strong bar magnets (such as neodymium-iron-boron magnets) can be placed at the bottom of the equipment or in the oil sump. When the equipment is stationary or in operation, these magnets can continuously adsorb the metal chips settled down and play a passive purification role.

Whether it is a magnetic filter element, magnetic oil plug, or additional magnet, it is necessary to regularly check and clean the iron filings attached to its surface. By observing the quantity, shape, color, etc. of metal debris on the magnet, it is possible to preliminarily determine whether there is abnormal wear on the equipment.

Although metal debris is small, if not controlled, it can easily cause sustained harm to equipment health. By using magnetic adsorption tools, metal impurities in the oil can be effectively removed without affecting the normal operation of the equipment. It is a simple, low-cost, and efficient protective measure.

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