SKF lubrication systems for precision machine tools

As the world leader in centralized lubrication systems, SKF offers components, assemblies, and complete lubrication systems

for machine tools, printing presses, general machinery, and construction vehicles and railroad applications.

Product categories include: 1, total consumption centralized lubrication systems 2, circulating oil lubrication systems 3,

micro-lubrication systems 4, chain lubrication systems

SKF systems are designed to meet the lubrication needs of the latest generation of high-speed machine tools and to avoid

lubrication-related damage and failure. The SKF system provides a higher level of utility to production operations and maintains

proper operation of spindles and high-precision bearings.

Oil and gas lubrication
Oil-air lubrication system is a trace lubrication system. Typical applications include high speed rolling bearing boxes for machine

tool spindles and enclosed gearboxes that require economical lubrication.

The oil-air lubrication system provides a constant, good flow of oil, which can be adjusted to suit the needs of different applications

by controlling the amount of oil flow or changing the pulsation frequency.

Microlubrication
Trace lubrication makes it possible to transfer trace amounts of cutting fluid in the machine tool. The cutting fluid is transferred between

the tool and the workpiece by means of a sprayer, i.e. there are drops that form a good diffusion through the air stream. This type of

lubrication allows for higher higher cutting speeds are achieved, which ultimately increases productivity. Other benefits include longer

tool life and reduced cutting fluid usage, which can significantly reduce machining costs and reduce environmental impact. VOGEL also

provides permanent monitoring of oil mist volume and concentration through sensors.

SKF, VOGEL and other renowned companies in the field of mechanical engineering, components and production have jointly developed

the HPC standard (High Performance Cutting). By defining uniform mating surfaces and performance curves, this standard provides Easy

integration of the MQL.

Internal micro-lubrication
With internal micro-lubrication, the oil mist is transmitted through the rotating spindle or turret via the toolholder and tool. When

properly adjusted, the measured amount of oil is completely diffused.

The MQL system consists of various regulating components, which work together to lubricate the cutting area. To meet the needs

of specific applications, VOGEL offers a range of products in different configurations, from manually operated VARIO units to storage

units. VARIO units for manual operation to Digital Super units for stored program control.

External micro-lubrication
With external micro-lubrication, lubricant and air are injected into the active area between the tool and the workpiece via pipes

and nozzles that are not part of the machine design. Therefore the nozzles have to be adjusted in different applications must be

adjusted. This relatively rigid system is suitable for machining operations with constant tool and workpiece contours, as well as

for continuous production of parts. family are well suited for this type of work.