Case Studies

Breakage of the chain and accumulation of dirt and dust caused the corrosion of the rock drill chains. Using standard grease, the life of the chain lasted 1500 hours. Rock drills, dig holes about 10-20 meters deep.

Product featured in this case study:

• Chesterton 601 – Chain Drive Pin & Bushing Lubricant

Chesterton 601

Chesterton 601 Chain Drive Pin and Bushing Lubricant was applied to the rock drill chain.

Rock drill chain before applying Chesterton 601

Application of Chesterton 601 on rock drill chains

Chesterton 601 Chain Drive Pin and Bushing Lubricant

Chesterton 601 Chain Drive Pin & Bushing Lubricant features:

• Rapid penetration
• Extreme pressure additives increase load carrying ability
• No dirt and dust build up in chains
• No sticky lubricant residues
• Corrosion inhibiting properties
• Extends chain life 2 to 4 times
• Long lasting, non-drying film
• NSF Registered H2​

Following the Chesterton 601 Chain Drive Pin and Bushing Lubricant application, the client reported no more corrosion, dirt or dust accumulation and chain breakage. The detergency, the corrosion protection and its capillary action extends the life of the chain from 1500 to 3000 hours.

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