Rock Drill Lubrication

Petrolube Rock Drill Grease

Lithium Grease EP00 for lubrication and corrosion protection of pneumatic percussion rockdrills in harsh operating conditions.

EP00 lithium greaseWater resistantRockdrill ready
Application visual
Mining technician lubricating pneumatic rock drill equipment in an open-pit operating environment.
What it is

Semi-fluid EP00 grease for pneumatic percussion rockdrills

Petrolube Rock Drill Grease is a smooth semi-fluid lithium EP00 grease developed for pneumatic percussion rockdrills. The formulation uses highly refined mineral base oils, synthetic polymers, tackifiers, extreme-pressure and corrosion-preventative additives, plus copper and graphite solids for boundary lubrication under high temperatures or heavy loads.

How it works

Process overview

  1. 1

    Pumps through commonly used air-line grease lubricators to reach pneumatic rockdrill lubrication points.

  2. 2

    Uses extreme-pressure additives, anti-wear chemistry, and tackifiers to help extend drill and thread life.

  3. 3

    Resists water washing so grease is retained in critical areas during harsh drilling conditions.

Key benefits

Why this product matters

  • Very good thermal and mechanical stability
  • Excellent resistance to heat and water ingress
  • Copper and graphite solids support boundary lubrication
  • Shelf life of 36 months when stored dry at ambient temperatures
Applications

Where it can be used

Pneumatic percussion rockdrills

Air-line grease lubricator systems

Heavy-load drilling conditions

Wet or harsh mining environments

Proof and fit

Technical fit

Technical data sheet lists NLGI 00 grade, lithium thickener, black colour, and buttery/tacky appearance.

Typical technical characteristics include a 190°C minimum dropping point and greater than 600kg 4-ball weld load.

The product is classified as inherently biodegradable under OECD 301B Modified Sturm, ASTM D-5864, and CEC L-33-T-82 references.

Field process
Close-up of black semi-fluid grease being applied to pneumatic rock drill equipment.

Product application visual

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Next step

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