Viper Wire Rope Lubricator
Viper WRL VCG-1 COATING GREASE

Viper WRL Penetrating Grease VPG-0

Tags: Wire Rope
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TACKY FLUID GREASE RESISTS WATER, PENETRATES WIRE ROPES

Viper WRL Penetrating Grease VPG-0, is a soft, semifluid formulation designed to coat wire rope with a thin lubricant film as well as penetrate to the core. Its tacky, water-resistant characteristics enable it to adhere strongly and to seal out damaging moisture. Viper WRL Penetrating Gease contains a wear-reducing additive that protects against premature wear and shields metal against corrosive attack.


Viper WRL Penetrating Grease VPG-0

Viper WRL Penetrating Grease VPG-0

WHY USE VPG-0 PENETRATING GREASE

BENEFICIAL QUALITIES

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU

Wear Reduction & Corrosion Protection
  • Lubricates and reduces wear to wire rope and sheaves
  • Protects wear-intensive areas such as cable drums and cable sheaves
  • Lessens resistance when surfaces slide over one another, ensuring cooler operation
  • Seals all surfaces, protecting against rust and corrosion
  • Sheilds against corrosion attack

Versatility
  • Excellent for wire rope and cables

Tackiness & Water Resistance
  • Clings tightly to wire ropes
  • Resists sling-off; keeps work area clean
  • Stays in place in presence of heat and moisture for long service life
  • Increases service intervals, requiring less lubricant to be used

Smooth, Quiet Operation
  • Enables strands to move freely, reducing fatigue
  • Softens shocks with its full-bodied, semifluid properties

Performance reqirements met or exceeded

  • USDA H2

Recommendations

  • Typical operating range is -29°C to 77°C (-20°F to 170°F)
  • Not for high temperature use
  • Not recommended for submerged applications

Typical Applications

  • Wire Rope
  • Cable Sheaves
  • Crane Wire Ropes
  • Shiploader Hoist Luffing Ropes
  • Mobile Cranes

Technical Data

VPG-0

Thickener Type

Calcium

Texture

Tacky

Colour

Red/Gold

NLGI Grade

0

Unworked Penetration @25°C (77°F)

365

Dropping Point °C (°F)

82 (180)

Base Fluid Characteristics

Viscosity @ 100°C (212°F), cSt, ASTM D445

12

Viscosity @ 40°C (104°F), cSt, ASTM D445

144.0

FlashPoint °C (°F)

204 (399)

Water Washout ASTM D1264

4.6%