The SDT LUBEchecker is an ultrasound solution specifically designed to optimize bearing lubrication. Poor lubrication practices are a leading cause of bearing failure, and this intuitive device ensures that bearings receive the exact amount of grease they need based on their actual condition rather than a fixed time schedule. By using the LUBESense1 contact sensor, the device allows technicians to “hear” the friction levels inside a bearing in real-time.
The process is straightforward: you connect the LUBEchecker to your grease gun and attach the sensor to the bearing housing. As you apply grease, the vibrant color OLED display provides repeatable, accurate digital measurements. When the friction levels drop to their optimal point, the device guides you to stop, ensuring you neither under-lubricate nor over-lubricate—the latter of which affects up to 70% of bearings in traditional maintenance programs.
Key Benefits of the LUBEchecker:
- Focused Precision: Specifically engineered to eliminate the guesswork from grease replenishment by monitoring friction.
- Ease of Use: An intuitive “open-the-box-and-work” interface with only 5 function keys, making it accessible for any maintenance team member.
- Cost-Efficient: Reduces bottom-line losses by preventing premature bearing failures and lowering excessive grease consumption.
- Condition-Based: Shifts maintenance from “run time” intervals to “condition-based” intervals, extending the lifecycle of your critical assets.
To help you eliminate lubrication-related failures, I-care engineers are available to provide professional support. Our experts offer technical advice on establishing baseline friction levels and integrating ultrasound data into your predictive maintenance strategy. By utilizing the SDT LUBEchecker and following I-care’s engineering guidance, you can transform your lubrication routine into a precision reliability process.
