Compared to lubricating oils, selecting the right lubricating grease is much more complicated.
Based on the basic components of a lubricating grease and their interaction in the lubrication of rolling bearings, a practice-orientated guide to grease selection in rolling bearing lubrication is provided.
Practical issues such as operating temperature range, lubrication methods and compatibility of different lubricating greases are also dealt with. The analysis of new and used lubricating greases is demonstrated using examples.