Grease Cartridges, Box of 12, £3.21 per cartridge, EP2 General Purpose Lithium-based Brown Grease lubricant in 400g/14oz Cartridge for Grease Gun, by Agri-Linc

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Push down or unscrew the air release valve. These are increasingly common, and are an easy way for air trapped between the grease gun head and filling to escape. Grease nipples can come in several different designs depending on the needs of your machinery. The simplest have a straight design, and can be attached wherever there is a need. Lubrication is essential to maximise the safety, efficiency and functionality of any type of machinery with moving parts. But how can you properly lubricate those hard to reach areas?

Browse our range today, or get in touch with our friendly team of experts to get more advice and detailed product information. Shop now for grease guns and grease nipples at The Hosemaster The issue with both of these methods is that there’s a higher risk of introducing dirt and contaminants into your grease mixture because the bulk container is open. This is a popular design because they’re smaller than other levers, and you can use them one-handed. However, this can get tiring if used over long periods of time, so this type of grease gun is better for routine maintenance or short bursts of activity. They’re usually used when manual application of the lubricant would be difficult to do without completely disassembling the mechanisms involved - which can be highly impractical.

It also reduces heat building up, ensuring your machinery is safer to use for prolonged periods of time. Grease gun terminology Whilst not highlighted, many grease guns come with an air release valve to help air escape before use. Grease guns are primarily used by mechanics and engineers, but they can be a valuable investment for hobbyists looking to maintain their machinery. The overall construction of a grease gun is largely the same, whichever model you choose. However, the design does change depending on the power type of the grease gun. In this section, we’ve highlighted the four main types of grease gun, and how these can be used. Pneumatic grease guns This is because a grease gun is a sealed system, which should keep contaminants and dirt away from the lubricant.

One benefit of the design however is that you can use this tool with more dexterity because they’re cordless, and reasonably light. This makes it perfect for close quarter use, like when you’re underneath a car. Side lever grease guns Output - The amount of grease delivered with each pump varies in different guns. Understanding the amount needed for each machine can help to ensure that you don't over or under grease machinery and cause damage to seals and motors. Operation - grease guns are either manually, battery or pneumatically operated. Manual and battery operations offer the convenience of a cordless gun, which allows for user flexibility, while pneumatic grease guns are high powered and ideal for heavy-duty working environments. Instead, many use a specific fitting to bulk load their grease guns. This has a lever and nipple to connect from the grease drum to your grease gun, filling the barrel directly without needing to remove the lid of the drum. How to purge air from a grease gun

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That’s why grease guns are an essential piece of equipment to ensure your machinery is functioning efficiently. Applying a lubricant reduces friction between moving parts, which helps to prevent premature wear and tear within your systems and extend its lifespan. Alternatively, angled grease nipples can make tighter or awkward gaps more accessible, which combined with a flexible extension hose means you should be able to attach the coupler of your grease gun firmly.