Gear pump units for single-line centralized lubrication systems
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Section 9: Centralized Lubrication SystemsGeneral Information • CLS 1000 Controller • Injectors • Series Progressive • Dual LineOil Mist • AutoLube-BTX • Single-Point Lubricators
Alemite Oil Mist Systems are used to service all types of machine elements that require continuous lubrication, such as chain driven and rolling element bearings equipment. Delivering a fresh continuous mist of clean oil, an Alemite Oil Mist System has no moving parts and promises a longer useable life. Since they use less lubricant, these systems are extremely cost-effective options for a number of lubrication applications.
Markets/ApplicationsPulp & Paper, Food Processing, Textile, Lumber, Steel Mills, Printing, Mining, Chemicals and Machine Tool
Oil Mist Systems Introduction
Alemite Dual Line Systems include:
Pint/Gallon Lubricator Models ..................................... 177
Medium-Output Generators .......................................... 178
High-Output Generators .............................................. 179
High-Output Generators with Thermo-Aire™ Heater Kit ... 180
Fittings and Nozzles .................................................... 181
Oil Mist Accessories ................................................... 185
See Also:
Oil Mist Accessories ................................................... 232
Typical Applications• Rolling element bearings• Plain bearings• Slides and ways
• Gears• Chains• High-speed machinery
• Spindles• Conveyors
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Pint/Gallon Oil Mist Lubricator Models
FEATURES:• Air inlet: 1/4" NPTF(f)• Lubricant outlet: 3/4" NPTF(f)• Pint units recommended for indoor
installations only• Gallon units have optional heater for
outdoor applications • Maximum oil viscosity: ISO 100 (100cSt
@ 40ºC) 500 SUS @ 100ºF• Interchangeable nozzles allow changing
flow range in field• Modular design allows easy addition of options• 5-micron air filter element ensures clean air
reaches lube points• Stainless steel suction strainer provides large
surface area for long service life• Included Items: Pressure-Relief Valve,
Loader Fitting
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Does not include mounting plate
Product #
Reservoir Capacity Nominal Flow Range
Level Switch
Oil Heater
Air Solenoid Valve
Air Filter/ Regulator Weight
3922-A* 1 pt./.04 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Optional N/A Optional Optional 5 lb./2.3 kg
3922-AC 1 pt./.04 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Optional N/A 120 VAC Yes 10 lb./4.5 kg
3922-AD 1 pt./.04 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Optional N/A 220 VAC Yes 10 lb./4.5 kg
3922-B* 1 pt./.04 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Yes N/A Optional Optional 5 lb./2.3 kg
3922-BC 1 pt./.04 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Yes N/A 120 VAC Yes 10 lb./4.5 kg
3922-BD 1 pt./.04 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Yes N/A 220 VAC Yes 10 lb./4.5 kg
3942-BC 1 gal./4 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Yes Optional 120 VAC Yes 20 lb./9.1 kg
3942-BD 1 gal./4 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Yes Optional 220 VAC Yes 20 lb./9.1 kg
3942-CC 1 gal./4 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Yes 120 VAC 120 VAC Yes 21 lb./9.5 kg
3942-DD 1 gal./4 ltr 0.3 to 1.4 scfm Yes 220 VAC 220 VAC Yes 21 lb./9.5 kg
3943-BC 1 gal./4 ltr 0.8 to 3.1 scfm Yes Optional 120 VAC Yes 20 lb./9.1 kg
3943-BD 1 gal./4 ltr 0.8 to 3.1 scfm Yes Optional 220 VAC Yes 20 lb./9.1 kg
3943-CC 1 gal./4 ltr 0.8 to 3.1 scfm Yes 120 VAC 120 VAC Yes 21 lb./9.5 kg
3943-DD 1 gal./4 ltr 0.8 to 3.1 scfm Yes 220 VAC 220 VAC Yes 21 lb./9.5 kg
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Generators are combined with fittings and other options to complete an oil mist system. Medium-output generators will properly lubricate any system where the total cfm used by the system elements is within the mist low range of cfm delivered by the unit.
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Medium-Output Oil Mist Generators
FEATUREs:• Air inlet: 3/8" NPTF(f)• Lubricator outlet: 1-1/2" NPSC(f)• Available in two modular reservoir sizes: 5 quart, 3 gallon• Mist flow range: 0.9 to 16.5 cfm (25.5 to 467 lm)• Included Items: Oil Heater Kit (383807), Low-Level Switch
(385810)
Generator 115 VAC Generator 230 VACMist Generating Head (Rated Airflow) Oil Reservoir Size
3705-B 3705-E 2.3 cfm 5 qt.
3705-C 3705-F 2.3 cfm 3 gal.
3706-B 3706-E 4.3 cfm 5 qt.
3706-C 3706-F 4.3 cfm 3 gal.
3707-B 3707-E 9.7 cfm 5 qt.
3707-C 3707-F 9.7 cfm 3 gal.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NOTE: Optional Thermo-Aire™ heater kit provides additional system flexibility to heat high-viscosity oils and maintain optimal operating conditions
3705-C
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The Alemite High-Output Oil Mist Generators are completely enclosed, self-contained units that require only air and electric power for operation. Generators are combined with fittings and other options to complete an oil mist system.
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High-Output Oil Mist Generators
FEATUREs:• Air inlet: 1/2" NPTF(m)• Reservoir capacity: 3.6 gallons (840 cu. in./13,750cc)• Mist flow range: 1.3 to 65 cfm (37 to 1,840 lm)• Mist generating heads are interchangeable and are efficient
for all applications, including long-distance applications• Mist generating heads in 7 different rated capacities: 2.3, 4.3,
9.7, 13, 21, 41, 65 cfm• Air solenoid valve will synchronize system operation with
machine operation• Lubricant outlet: 2-1/2" NPTF(f) RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES:• Alarm Annunciator [120 VAC] (387275) p. 234 or [220 VAC]
(387275-A) p. 234; Oil Mist Monitor (387596) p. 232
Product #New Model Replacement
Air Consumption Minimum
Air Consumption (cfm) Rated
Air Consumption Maximum
Oil Heater 60/50 Hz
Air Solenoid 60/50 Hz
3720-A6 N/A 5.2 13 21 115V 115V
3720-B6 N/A 5.2 13 21 230V 230V
3721-A6 3876-CC 7.5 21 33 115V 115V
3721-B6 3876-DD 7.5 21 33 230V 230V
3722-A6 3877-CC 15 41 45 115V 115V
3722-B6 3877-DD 15 41 45 230V 230V
3723-A6 3873-CC 1.3 2.3 3.7 115V 115V
3723-B6 3873-DD 1.3 2.3 3.7 115V 115V
3724-A6 3874-CC 1.6 4.3 7.0 115V 115V
3725-A6 3875-CC 3.5 9.7 14 115V 115V
3726-RW6 3878-CC 31 65 73 115V 115V
3726-BW6 3878-DD 31 65 73 230V 230V
3720-A6
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NOTE: All necessary components to monitor: air pressure, mist pressure, reservoir oil temperature, oil level
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The Alemite High-Output Oil Mist Generators are completely enclosed, self-contained units that require only air and electric power for operation. These units include the Thermo-Aire™ heater kit, used to preheat incoming air or to heat high-viscosity oils and maintain optimum operating conditions. Generators are combined with fittings and other options to complete an oil mist system.
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High-Output Oil Mist Generators with Thermo-Aire™ Heater Kit
FEATUREs:• Reservoir capacity: 3.6 gallons (840 cu. in./13,750 cc)• Mist generating heads are interchangeable and are efficient
for all applications, including long-distance applications• Mist generating heads in 4 different rated capacities: 13, 21,
37, 65 cfm• Air solenoid valve will synchronize system operation with
machine operation• Included Items: all necessary components to monitor: air
pressure, mist pressure, reservoir oil temperature, oil level and air temperature
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES:• Alarm Annunciator [120 VAC] (387275) p. 234 or [220 VAC]
(387275-A) p. 234; Oil Mist Monitor (387596) p. 232
Product #New Model Replacement
Air ConsumptionMinimum
Air Consumption(cfm) Rated
Air ConsumptionMaximum
Includes Oil Heater 60/50 Hz
Includes Air Solenoid 60/50 Hz
Air Heater 60/50 Hz
3730-RW6 N/A 4.5 13 19 115V 115V 230V
3730-BW6 N/A 4.5 13 19 230V 230V 230V
3731-RW6 3876-CE 6 21 30 115V 115V 230V
3731-BW6 3876-DG 6 21 30 230V 230V 230V
3732-RW6 3877-CE 12 37 40 115V 115V 230V
3732-BW6 3877-DG 12 37 40 230V 230V 230V
3736-RW6 3878-CE 31 65 73 115V 115V 230V
3736-BW6 3878-DG 31 65 73 230V 230V 230V
3730-RW6
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Mist Fittings
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Description: Color: Black. Used on roller bearings.
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These fittings and nozzles are used at the lubrication point to deliver the oil mist as it comes from the generator.
Oil Mist Fittings and Nozzles
Product # Inlet Outlet CFM @ 20" H2O
380791-2 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .08
380791-4 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .16
380791-6 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .24
380791-10 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .49
380791-16 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .68
381303-4 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/4" NPTF(m) .16
381303-6 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/4" NPTF(m) .24
381303-10 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/4" NPTF(m) .49
381303-16 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/4" NPTF(m) .68
381290-2 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .08
381290-4 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .16
381290-6 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .24
381290-10 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .49
381290-16 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .68
380791-2 381303-4
381290-2
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Condensing Fittings
Product # Inlet Outlet CFM @ 20" H2O
381281-06 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" NPTF(m) SAE Special Short .02
381281-1 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" NPTF(m) SAE Special Short .04
381281-2 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" NPTF(m) SAE Special Short .08
381281-3 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" NPTF(m) SAE Special Short .12
381281-4 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" NPTF(m) SAE Special Short .20
381281-5 1/8" NPTF(f) 1/8" NPTF(m) SAE Special Short .24
381282-1 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .04
381282-2 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .08
381282-3 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .12
381282-4 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .20
381282-5 1/4" OD Tube ftg. 1/8" PTF(m) SAE Special Short .24
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Description: Color: Silver. Used to condense the oil mist to liquid droplets for use with: plain bearings, slides, ways and other sliding-motion applications.
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Oil Mist Fittings and Nozzles
381281-1 381282-1
These fittings and nozzles are used at the lubrication point to deliver the oil mist as it comes from the generator.
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Spray Fittings
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Description: Color: Olive Drab. Used to convert the oil mist to a wet oil spray. Typically used to apply oil to exposed surfaces requiring fine distribution of an oil film, such as: chains, open gears, cams, rollers and eccentrics.
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Oil Mist Fittings and Nozzles
Product # Inlet Outlet CFM @ 20" H2O
381283-1 1/8" NPTF(m) 1/8" NPTF(m) .03
381283-2 1/8" NPTF(m) 1/8" NPTF(m) .05
381283-3 1/8" NPTF(m) 1/8" NPTF(m) .08
381283-5 1/8" NPTF(m) 1/8" NPTF(m) .16
381283-8 1/8" NPTF(m) 1/8" NPTF(m) .30
381288-1 1/4" Tube ftg. 1/8" NPTF(m) .03
381288-2 1/4" Tube ftg. 1/8" NPTF(m) .05
381288-3 1/4" Tube ftg. 1/8" NPTF(m) .08
381288-5 1/4" Tube ftg. 1/8" NPTF(m) .16
381288-8 1/4" Tube ftg. 1/8" NPTF(m) .30
381283-1 381288-1
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Spray Nozzles
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Description: Color: Brass. Specifically designed for installations where volume spray output is required and/or it is impractical to drill and install more than one fitting.
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Oil Mist Fittings and Nozzles
Product # Inlet/Outlet # of .067 holes CFM @ 20" H2O
383588-1 1/4" NPTF(m) 1 .3
383588-2 1/4" NPTF(m) 2 .6
383588-3 1/4" NPTF(m) 3 .9
383588-4 1/4" NPTF(m) 4 1.2
383588-5 1/4" NPTF(m) 5 1.6
383588-6 1/4" NPTF(m) 6 1.9
383588-7 1/4" NPTF(m) 7 2.2
384280-1 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 1 .3
384280-2 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 2 .6
384280-3 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 3 .9
384280-4 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 4 1.2
384280-5 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 5 1.6
384280-6 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 6 1.9
384280-7 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 7 2.2
384280-8 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 8 2.5
384280-9 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 9 2.8
384280-10 1/2" PTF(m) SAE Special Short 10 3.1
326370-1 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 1 .3
326370-2 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 2 .6
326370-3 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 3 .9
326370-4 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 4 1.2
326370-5 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 5 1.6
326370-6 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 6 1.9
326370-7 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 7 2.2
326370-8 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 8 2.5
326370-9 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 9 2.8
326370-10 Threaded 1/2" NPTF(m) 10 3.1
383617-10 Threaded 3/4" NPTF(m) 10 3.1
383617-11 Threaded 3/4" NPTF(m) 11 3.4
383617-12 Threaded 3/4" NPTF(m) 12 3.7
383617-13 Threaded 3/4" NPTF(m) 13 4.0
383617-14 Threaded 3/4" NPTF(m) 14 4.3
383588-1
384280-1
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Oil Mist Accessories
Thermo-Aire™ Heater Kit – 115 VAC / 230 VAC
387596Mist Monitor™
FEATURES:• Used to heat incoming air for misting of high-viscosity oils that do not mist at ambient temperatures (viscosities between 1,000 to 6,000 SSU @ 100ºF)• Unit can also be used to increase and stabilize the air/oil ratio of all oils under varying ambient temperatures • Use with medium-output generators only• 115 VAC / 230 VAC• 60/50 Hz • Wattage: 600
FEATURES:• Fiber-optic sensor is designed to continuously monitor the
established output of the oil mist generator• Sensor responds to changes in air/oil ratio of mist passing through
the manifold • Unit will provide an electronic alarm signal if the mist density falls
below preset limits • Included Items: Electronic Control Cabinet, Fiber-Optic Cables,
Mist Manifold
383808-A4 / 383808-B4
Mist Pressure Switch
FEATURES:• Safety switch used to respond to drop or rise of oil mist line pressure• Can be used to energize a warning signal during machine operation• May also be used to prevent machine startup when manifold pressure is not within accepted limits• Range of adjustment: .03 psi (0.8" H2O) to 3.0 psi (83" H2O) • Factory set operating parameters: 8" H2O on falling pressure 55" H2O on rising pressure• Contact rating: 10 amp @ 115 VAC and 230 VAC
385033
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Oil Mist Accessories
387335Air Filter/Regulator with Gauge
FEATURES:• Removes water and particulates from incoming air supply • Controls system pressure• 5-micron element• Automatic drain• 1/4" NPT(f) ports• Max. inlet pressure: 150 psi (10 bar)• Max. outlet pressure: 60 psi (4 bar)
Sight Assembly with bleed hole / without bleed hole
380696Reservoir Refill Hose Assembly
FEATURES:• Permits visual inspection of condensed oil after passing
through a bearing housing• Includes a bleed hole to prevent oil from backing up
into bearing cavity• Used with a dry sump• Constructed of sturdy transparent acrylic• Installed in the drain hole commonly provided at the
bottom of a bearing housing• Connection: 1/2" NPT(m)
FEATURES:• 7', 3/8" I.D. hose• 40-micron filter• Loader coupler assembly • Connect directly to pump (7181-4)
385662 / 385662-A1
For use with High-Volume Bucket Pump (7181-4)
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Oil Mist Accessories
387275 / 387275-AAlarm Annunciator – 120 VAC / 220 VAC
FEATURES:• Provides visual and audible warning of system fault conditions, including: low oil level, high mist pressure, low mist pressure, low air temperature • Selector switch can be used to disable the horn during
trouble shooting of the system fault• Horn also features volume control • Dry contacts included to energize a remote alarm (max. rating of 10 amp @ 120/220 VAC)
387323 / 387323-AOil Heater – 120 VAC / 220 VAC
FEATURES:• For gallon units• 120 VAC / 220 VAC• Maintains oil at 100ºF (38ºC)• 100 watt• Recommended for outdoor installations or when ambient temperature may drop below 70ºF (21ºC)
387344Mounting Bracket
FEATURES:• Easy to install• Provides convenient mounting of bare pint
units 3922-A and 3922-B
Oil Mist Fluid Solenoid
FEATURES:• Helps control refills of oil mist units
383647-1
Automatic Reservoir Filler for Medium- and High-Output Generators
FEATURES:• Eliminates transporting oil • Generators refilled automatically according to need• Oil level is constantly maintained • Eliminates spills • Prevents contaminated oil from entering system
385787 / 385789
required accessories:• 110 VAC Solenoid Valve (383647-1)• 230 VAC Solenoid Valve (383647) • 2:1 ratio pump, Filter/Regulator/Lubricator,
Shut-off Valve, 7' Connecting Hose (325738)
Air Solenoid Valve – 120 VAC / 220 VAC
FEATURES:• 120 VAC / 220 VAC• Shuts off air supply when machinery is
not running• 1/4" NPT(f) ports• 1/2" NPT(f) conduit connection• 16-VA holding current• 30-VA inrush current
387449-1 / 387449
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