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Automatic Lubrication Systems
SKF automatic lubrication systems are engineered solutions that deliver precise, metered quantities of grease or oil to bearing and friction points on a programmed schedule, eliminating the variability and reliability risks of manual lubrication. These systems range from simple gas-driven single-point lubricators suitable for individual bearings to sophisticated centralized systems serving hundreds of points across entire manufacturing lines. The SKF automatic lubrication portfolio includes the SYSTEM 24 family (gas-driven single-point lubricators), TLSD series (electro-mechanical single-point lubricators), TLMP series (multi-point lubricators for 1-18 points), and industrial centralized systems (progressive, dual-line, oil circulation, and oil-air delivery systems). For maintenance managers seeking to eliminate lubrication-related bearing failures, plant engineers designing new equipment with integrated lubrication, and reliability professionals implementing condition-based maintenance programs, SKF automatic lubrication systems provide the technology platform for achieving consistent, documented, and auditable bearing lubrication.
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Programmable Lubrication Schedules Match Bearing Requirements
Set dispense periods from daily to annually, matching lubricant delivery to the calculated relubrication interval for each bearing based on size, speed, load, and operating conditions.
Gas-Driven SYSTEM 24 Lubricators
Simple & Reliable: Electro-chemical gas generation provides the driving force — no batteries, no motors, no external power — just tool-free activation and reliable operation from 1 to 12 months.
Electro-Mechanical Lubricators for Variable Conditions
TLSD and cabled single-point lubricators offer programmable settings, remote mounting capability, and suitability for applications with vibration, temperature extremes, or hazardous area requirements.
Multi-Point TLMP Series for Clustered Bearings
One lubricator serves up to 18 lubrication points through pluggable outlets, reducing the number of devices needed for pumps, fans, conveyors, and other multi-bearing equipment.
Centralized Systems for Plant-Wide Lubrication
Progressive and dual-line systems distribute lubricant from a central reservoir to hundreds of metering valves and bearing points, with monitoring and alarm capabilities integrated into plant control systems.
Connected TLDD Series for Industry 4.0 Integration
Wireless monitoring of lubricator status provides real-time data on lubricant level, operational status, and fault conditions, enabling predictive maintenance workflows and eliminating unexpected lubrication failures.
How Automatic Lubrication Extends Bearing Life
Automatic lubrication systems extend bearing service life through several complementary mechanisms. First, they eliminate the human variability of manual lubrication — every bearing receives exactly the right quantity of clean lubricant at exactly the right time, every time. Second, the continuous introduction of small, fresh lubricant quantities purges contaminants and oxidized grease from the bearing, maintaining optimal lubrication conditions rather than allowing degradation between infrequent manual relubrication events. Third, the slight positive pressure maintained by the incoming lubricant helps prevent contaminant ingress through seals. Fourth, over-lubrication — which causes bearing overheating, increased friction, and seal damage — is impossible with properly calibrated automatic systems. Fifth, the documentation and monitoring capabilities of automatic systems enable trend analysis and optimization that manual methods cannot support. The cumulative effect is bearing service life that typically extends 50-100% beyond what is achievable with manual lubrication, with corresponding reductions in maintenance costs and unplanned downtime.
Selecting the Right SKF Automatic Lubricator
SKF offers multiple automatic lubricator types to match diverse application requirements. For single, easily accessible bearings in moderate environments, a gas-driven SYSTEM 24 lubricator provides the simplest, most cost-effective solution. For applications with vibration or where remote mounting is needed (lubricator installed away from the bearing with tubing to the lubrication point), electro-mechanical TLSD lubricators offer flexible configuration. For equipment with multiple bearings in close proximity — such as a pump with drive-end and non-drive-end bearings plus a motor — the TLMP multi-point lubricator serves all points from one device. For hazardous areas (ATEX/IECEx zones), specialized intrinsically safe lubricator variants are available. For plant-wide deployments, SKF centralized lubrication systems provide the lowest per-point cost and the most comprehensive monitoring capabilities. SKF lubrication specialists can conduct a lubrication audit and recommend the optimal system configuration for any facility.