Farm Power & Machinery

Purpose of lubrication system

Reducing the friction:
The primary function of the lubrication is to reduce the friction and wear and tear of the two rubbing parts. Two rubbing parts always produce friction and continuous friction produces heat, which causes wearing of the different parts of the engine and power loss. This friction can be reduced by proper lubrication. The lubricating oil forms a thin oil film between moving surface and avoids direct contact. This also reduces noise produced by the movement of two metal surfaces.

Cooling effect:
The heat is generated by piston, cylinder and bearings is removed by lubricant to a great extent. Lubrication creates cooling effect on the engine parts and acts as coolant.

Sealing effect:
The lubricant enters into the gap between the cylinder liner, piston and piston rings. Thus it acts as a seal preventing the leakage of the gas.

Cleaning effect:
Lubrication keeps the engine parts clean by removing dirt or carbon from inside the engine.