Prevent Air Line Freezeups
According to the suppliers of Polar-Lube,
most air tool and pneumatic control users
are unaware that air lines can freeze up at
40°F. As the pressure drops from 100 psi
down to atmosphere through the tool or
valve the compressed air, which is always
at 100% humidity, super-cools rapidly and
can freeze up the equipment. Polar-Lube technology replaces the regular lubricant
in the FRL unit and prevents freezing from
occurring. Simply adding it to a frozen tool
inlet will unfreeze the tool. It is claimed to
protect airlines down to -60°F, and is said
to be well-suited for any unheated space
applications in mills and plants. According
to the manufacturer, it lubricates and will
not affect O-rings, seals, rotor blades,
bowls or hoses, and is compatible with all
manufacturers’ drop, mist or automatic
lubricators.
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As featured in Womp 2011 Vol 01 - www.womp-int.com
