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SKF VP Series Component Lifecycle Manual

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  • Page 1 Component Lifecycle Manual Progressive metering devices (CLM) of the series VP, VPK, VPB 951-230-008-EN Version 04...
  • Page 2 Disclaimer of liability SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH Training The manufacturer shall not be held liable for Address of manufacturer plants SKF conducts detailed training in order to damage resulting from: Headquarters enable the maximum safety and efficiency. ○ Improper usage,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents Explanation of symbols and signs 1. Safety instructions 1.19 Cleaning Overview of VPB progressive metering device series General safety instructions 1.20 Residual risks General behavior when handling 3.6.1 Functioning of a VPB progressive metering device the product 2.
  • Page 4 Table of contents Assembly 6.4.2 VPK with piston detector 4.2.1 Basic design of VPK progressive metering device General information 6.4.3 VPK progressive metering device with cycle switch 4.2.2 VPK progressive metering device Installation information with piston detector 6.2.1 Minimum mounting dimensions 6.4.4 VPK progressive metering device with proximity switch...
  • Page 5 Table of contents 6.5.6 Consolidation of opposite outlets Maintenance 6.5.7 Consolidation of multiple outlets 10.1 General information (crossporting) Lubrication line connection Malfunctions, causes, and remedies 92 6.6.1 Mounting process 11.1 Prior to beginning troubleshooting Lubrication line arrangement 11.2 Progressive metering device and system malfunctions 6.10 Electrical connection...

  • Page 6: Explanation Of Symbols And Signs

    Explanation of symbols and signs Explanation of symbols and signs You will find these symbols, which warn of Please heed these instructions and proceed Symbols used specific dangers to persons, material assets, with special care in such cases. “Please for- Meaning Symbol or the environment, next to all safety in-...
  • Page 7 Explanation of symbols and signs Abbreviations and conversion factors Instructions placed on a unit, machine, or equipment, such as: Abbreviations regarding ounce  approx. approximately pound per square inch Rotation arrows °C degrees Celsius relative humidity cu.in cubic inch second ...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    1. Safety instructions 1. Safety instructions 1.1 General safety instructions 1.2 General behavior when handling the product ○ The operator must ensure that the in- ○ The product may only be used in aware- ○ Responsibilities for different activities structions are read by all persons tasked ness of the potential dangers, in proper must be clearly defined and observed.

  • Page 9: Intended Use

    1. Safety instructions 1.3 Intended use On VP and VPK progressive metering de- use and could result in damage, malfunc- When designing a progressive metering vices, the number of cycles should be kept tion, or even injury. device, pay attention to the number of cycles as low as possible by selecting high-volume The progressive metering devices are de- (strokes).

  • Page 10: Foreseeable Misuse

    1. Safety instructions 1.4 Foreseeable misuse 1.6 Modifications to the product ○ Use to feed / forward / store gases, lique- Any usage of the product other than as Unauthorized modifications and changes specified in this manual is strictly prohibited. fied gases, dissolved gases, vapors, or can have an unpredictable effect on safety.

  • Page 11: Referenced Documents

    Date _________________ ○ Project planning documents 1.12.1 Operator ○ Instructions from suppliers of purchased A person competent due to training, knowl- SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH VPK*-**-*** XYZ KW/JJ parts edge, and experience to execute the func- Made in Czech Republic tions and activities associated with normal ○...

  • Page 12: Provision Of Personal Protective Gear

    1. Safety instructions 1.12.2 Qualified mechanic 1.14 Provision of personal protective 1.16 Emergency shutdown gear A person with appropriate technical train- Shut down the product in an emergency by: ing, knowledge, and experience who can The operator must provide personal protec- ○...
  • Page 13 1. Safety instructions ○ Dry any wet, slippery surfaces or cover ○ No parts may be subjected to torsion, peratures (e.g., altered flow properties of the lubricant). Maintenance and repair appropriately. shear, or bending. work should therefore preferably be per- ○...
  • Page 14 1. Safety instructions 1.18 First start-up, daily startup 1.19 Cleaning Ensure that: There is a fire hazard from the use of flam- ○ All safety mechanisms are fully present mable cleaning agents. Use only non-flam- and functional. mable cleaning agents that are suitable for the intended purpose.
  • Page 15 1. Safety instructions 1.20 Residual risks Possible in Residual risk Avoidance / Remedy lifecycle Personal injury / property damage due to A, B, C, G, H, K Unauthorized persons must be kept away; nobody is allowed to be present below hoisted parts. falling of hoisted parts Personal injury/property damage due Adhere to the specified torques.

  • Page 16: General Information

    2.2 Selection of lubricants Lubricants are used specially for specific applications. To fulfill the task, lubricants SKF Lubrication Systems considers lubri- and/or damage to the centralized lubrication must meet various requirements to varying cants to be an element of system design.

  • Page 17: Material Compatibility

    (e.g., "bleeding"). the required specifications ac- aluminum cording to the manufacturer’s Please contact SKF if you have further ques- ○ NBR, FKM (FPM), ABS, PA, PU data sheet are not suitable for tions regarding lubricants. use in centralized lubrication systems (e.g., incompatibility...

  • Page 18: Overview/Functional Description

    3. Overview/functional description 3. Overview/functional description 3.1 Overview of progressive metering devices Fig. 1 Type and size Figure 1 shows the VP, VPK, VPB, series of SKF progressive metering devices with their 2 500 inlet volumetric low data. 1 200 1 000 3.2 Information on volume data...
  • Page 19 3. Overview/functional description ○ Stroke frequency (dynamics) distribution ratio of the quantity of lubricant Figure 2 shows the piston positions of a supplied to the progressive metering device. progressive metering device section at ○ Working temperature, viscosity fluctua- This distribution ratio is usually constant maximum stroke and at compulsory stroke tions due to strong temperature changes under all operating conditions.

  • Page 20: Overview Of A General

    3. Overview/functional description 3.3 Overview of a general progressive system Legend to Fig. 3 Fig. 3 Example of progressive system with pump unit Progressive system with function monitoring Pump unit with: Pressure regulating valve - Control unit - Fill level control Main lubricant line Main metering device (VP) Function monitoring (piston detector)

  • Page 21: Functional Description Of A General Progressive System

    3. Overview/functional description 3.3.1 Functional description of a general progressive system A general progressive metering device sys- the lubricant coming from the pump unit o Connectivity for external fault pump tem consists of the following components: is delivered to the main metering device. operation monitoring o Pump unit with pump element and pres- The main metering device distributes the...

  • Page 22: Overview Of Vp Progressive Metering

    3. Overview/functional description 3.4 Overview of VP progressive metering device series Legend to Fig. 4 Fig. 4 VP progressive metering device series 1 VP progressive metering device, basic design for oil and grease, without attach- ments, without monitoring 2 VP with piston detector for oil or grease, monitoring types P2 and P3 (electric monitoring) 3 VP with cycle indicator...
  • Page 23 3. Overview/functional description The VP sectional progressive metering de- Pistons aligned in series meter the lubricant For the VPM and VPG sectional progressive vice is available in the designs VPM (metric for two opposite outlets each and control the metering devices, sections for two outlets threaded connectors) and VPG (inch thread- function of the neighboring piston.

  • Page 24: Functioning Of A Vp Progressive

    3. Overview/functional description 3.4.1 Functioning of a VP progressive metering device The task of the progressive metering device once to the left end position as well as to the Fig. 5 Consolidation of outlets is to consecutively distribute specified por- right end position, all connected lubrication T (twin) tions of the pressure-fed lubricant (grease...
  • Page 25 3. Overview/functional description Fig. 6 Sectional view Lubricant inlet Piston lobe 4 is under pump pressure; piston lobe 1 has dis- Piston lobe 5 has been actuated and piston lobe 2 delivers charged to outlet 1a. The connection of main line to piston lobe 5 via outlet 2a.

  • Page 26: Overview Of Vpk Progressive Metering Device Series

    3. Overview/functional description 3.5 Overview of VPK progressive metering device series Legend to Fig. 7 Fig. 7 VPK progressive metering device series 1 VPK progressive metering device, basic design for oil and grease, without attachments, without monitoring 2 VPK with piston detector for oil or grease, monitoring types P2 and P3 (electric) 3 VPK with cycle indicator...
  • Page 27 3. Overview/functional description The VPK sectional progressive metering de- the function of the sectional progressive For the VPKM and VPKG sectional progres- vice is available in the designs VPKM (met- metering device can be checked by monitor- sive metering devices, progressive lubricant ric threaded connectors) and VPKG (inch ing any piston by means of a cycle indicator metering device sections for two connec-...

  • Page 28: Functioning Of A Vpk Progressive

    3. Overview/functional description 3.5.1 Functioning of a VPK progressive metering device The task of the progressive metering device progressive metering device ensure that the Information on the design is to consecutively distribute specified por- pistons continue running reliably as defined. The general criteria for the design of pro- tions of the pressure-fed lubricant (grease If all pistons have moved once to the left...
  • Page 29 3. Overview/functional description Fig. 8 Sectional view Lubricant inlet Piston lobe 4 is under pump pressure; piston lobe 1 has dis- Piston lobe 5 has been actuated and piston lobe 2 delivers charged to outlet 1a. The connection of main line to piston lobe 5 via outlet 2a.

  • Page 30: Overview Of Vpb Progressive Metering Device Series

    3. Overview/functional description 3.6 Overview of VPB progressive metering device series Legend to Fig. 9 Fig. 9 VPB progressive metering device series 1 VPB progressive metering device, basic design for oil and grease, without attachments, without monitoring 2 VPB with piston detector for oil or grease, monitoring types P2 and P3 (electric monitoring) 3 VPB with cycle indicator...
  • Page 31 3. Overview/functional description The VPB block metering device, which be- Block metering devices distribute a quantity Fig. 10 Consolidation of volumes longs to the progressive metering device of lubricant delivered by a pump to multiple T (twin) = two outlets range, is available in the designs VPBM outlets at the same volumetric ratio.

  • Page 32: Functioning Of A Vpb Progressive Metering Device

    3. Overview/functional description 3.6.1 Functioning of a VPB progressive metering device The task of the progressive metering device plied once with the preset lubricant quantity. of the progressive metering device. A subse- is to consecutively distribute specified por- The metered volumes for both outlets are quent change of the portions is only possible tions of the pressure-fed lubricant (grease determined by the diameter and the travel...

  • Page 33: Design And Functional Description Of Piston Detectors

    3. Overview/functional description 3.7 Design and functional description of piston detectors 3.7.2 Function 3.7.1 Piston detector design The universal piston detector The universal piston detector automatically When the piston detector is actuated (piston 234-13163-9 and the bipolar piston detec- detects the customer’s plug/cable assign- stroke), a yellow LED lights up and indicates tor 234-11454-1 are position sensors that, ment, 2-wire design or 3-wire design (with...

  • Page 34: Technical Data

    4. Technical data 4. Technical data 4.1. Volume data for VP progressive metering device sections 4.1.1 Basic design of VP progressive metering device Volume data for VP progressive metering device sections, Table 1 VP progressive metering device, basic design, Table 2 Type hydraulically controlled Max.

  • Page 35: Vp Progressive Metering Device With Piston Detector

    4. Technical data 4.1.2 VP progressive metering device with piston detector 4.1.3 VPG progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve for oil, attachment 13 VP with piston detector, Table 3 VP with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, attachment 13, Table 4 VP progressive metering device VP progressive metering device For further technical data, see the VP basic design...

  • Page 36: 2/2 Directional Solenoid Valve

    4. Technical data 4.1.4 VPG progressive metering device with 2/2 directional 4.1.5 VPG progressive metering device with 4/2 or 3/2 solenoid valve for grease, attachment 15 directional solenoid valve for oil, attachments 08; 09; 14 VP with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, attachment 15, Table 5 VP with 4/2 and 3/2 directional solenoid valve, attachments 08;...
  • Page 37 4. Technical data 4.1.6 VP progressive metering device with flow limiter Accessories – Table of plug-in nozzles for flow limiters, Table 8 VP with flow limiter, Table 7 VP progressive metering device Nominal volumetric flow Plug-in nozzle Order No. For further technical data, see the VP basic design [l/min] Ø...
  • Page 38 4. Technical data 4.2. Volume data for VPK progressive metering device sections 4.2.1 Basic design of VPK progressive metering device Volume data for VPK progressive metering device sections, Basic design of VPK progressive metering device, Table 10 Table 9 Type hydraulically controlled Max.

  • Page 39: Vpk Progressive Metering Device With Piston Detector

    4. Technical data 4.2.2 VPK progressive metering device with piston detector 4.2.3 VPK progressive metering device with proximity switch VPK with piston detector, Table 11 VPK with proximity switch, Table 12 VPK progressive metering device VPK progressive metering device For further technical data, see VPK basic design Piston detector -see Technical Data, Chapter 4.4.

  • Page 40: Vpkg Progressive Metering Device

    4. Technical data 4.2.4 VPKG progressive metering device with 2/2 directional 4.2.5 VPKG progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve for oil, attachment 13 solenoid valve for grease, attachment 15 VPKG with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, attachment 13, VPK with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, attachment 15, Table 14 Table 13 VPK progressive metering device VPKG progressive metering device...

  • Page 41: Vpk Progressive Metering Device With 4/2 And 3/2 Directional Solenoid Valve

    4. Technical data 4.2.6 VPK progressive metering device with 4/2 and 3/2 directional solenoid valve for oil, attachments 08; 09; 14 VPK 4/2 and 3/2 directional solenoid valve, attachments 08; 09; 14, Table 15 VPK progressive metering device For further technical data, see VPK basic design Thread connection: Inlet: VPKM 10x1 VPKG G1/8“...

  • Page 42: Vpb Volume Data For Progressive Metering Device Outlets

    4. Technical data 4.3. VPB volume data for progressive metering 4.3.1 Basic design of VPB progressive metering device device outlets Volume data for VPB progressive metering device outlets, Progressive metering device VPB, basic design, Table 17 Table 16 Type hydraulically controlled Max.

  • Page 43: Vpb Progressive Metering Device With Piston Detector

    4. Technical data 4.3.2 VPB progressive metering device with piston detector 4.3.3 VPB progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve for grease, attachment 15 VPB with piston detector, Table 18 VPB with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, attachment 15, Table 20 VPB progressive metering device VPB progressive metering device For further technical data, see VPB basic design...

  • Page 44: Piston Detectors

    4. Technical data 4.4 Piston detectors General data Designation Dimension drawing Field of application Lubricant metering devices Ambient temperature [°C] -40 ..+85 Principle of operation Piston detector/position sensor Material Housing: Stainless steel; plug: PEI Mounting type Mountable flush in associated adapter Tightening torque [Nm] 7 ±0.5...
  • Page 45 4. Technical data Electrical data Universal piston detector Bipolar piston detector Universal piston detector 3-wire DC PNP Connector pin assignment with cable break Design 2-wire DC PNP/NPN 2-wire DC PNP/NPN protection 3-wire DC PNP Operating voltage 10-36 DC, supply class 2 per cULus Power consumption [mA] <...

  • Page 46: Delivery, Returns, And Storage

    5. Delivery, returns, and storage 5. Delivery, returns, and storage 5.2 General notes SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH ments. The packaging material must be pre- products are packaged in accordance with served until any discrepancies are resolved. standard commercial practice according to...

  • Page 47: Assembly

    6. Assembly 6. Assembly 6.1 General information 6.2 Installation information Only qualified technical personnel may Progressive metering devices of series VP, install, operate, maintain, and repair the Before assembling/setting up the product, VPK, and VPB are designed for positively progressive metering devices described the packaging material and any shipping driven distribution of lubricants (oils/greas- in the lifecycle manual.

  • Page 48: Minimum Mounting Dimensions

    6. Assembly The progressive metering device should be o The progressive metering device must not IMPORTANT NOTE installed in an easily accessible position that be installed within range of moving parts. protects it from humidity and vibration. Follow the safety instructions on the lubri- o The progressive metering device must cant's safety data sheet.

  • Page 49: Vp Port Dimensions, Assembly Holes, And Minimum Mounting Dimensions

    6. Assembly 6.3 VP port dimensions, assembly holes, and minimum mounting dimensions 6.3.1 VP in basic design Fig. 12 VP progressive metering device in basic design SKF Lubrication Systems Germany AG XYZ KW/JJ Made in Czech Republic SW13 L2 ±2 max.

  • Page 50: Vp Tightening Torques

    6. Assembly 6.3.2 VP tightening torques VP dimensions The specified torques must be observed during Thread connection assembly and repair. M14×1.5 M10×1 Tie-rod (starter plate) Inlet: Outlet: 2.4 Nm ± 0.1 Nm G1/4" G1/8" (M8) Nut for tie-rod Number of Number Weight 12 Nm ±...

  • Page 51: Vp With Piston Detector

    6. Assembly 6.3.3 VP with piston detector for oil or grease 6.3.4 VP progressive metering device with cycle switch Monitoring types P2 / P3 (electric monitoring) for oil or grease, monitoring type ZY Fig. 13 VP progressive metering device with piston detector Fig.

  • Page 52: Vp Progressive Metering Device

    6. Assembly 6.3.5 VP progressive metering device with flow limiter for oil, attachment 07 Fig. 15 VP progressive metering device with flow limiter Functioning of the flow limiter The flow limiter installed on the VP progres- M14×1,5 (G1/4) Ø11 sive metering device has two restrictors installed in series (D ).

  • Page 53: Vpg Progressive Metering Device

    6. Assembly 6.3.6 VPG progressive metering device with 2/2 directional 6.3.7 VP progressive metering device with 4/2 or 3/2 directional solenoid valve for oil, attachment 13, 2/2 directional solenoid solenoid valve valve, de-energized, progressive metering device relieved, only for oil, attachments 08; 09; 14 design VPG Fig.

  • Page 54: Vp Progressive Metering Device With 2/2 Directional Solenoid Valve

    6. Assembly 6.3.8 VP progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve for greases, attachment 15 with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, de-energized, continuity to progressive metering device closed Fig. 18 VP progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve De-energized Ø7 Attachment 15 ca.

  • Page 55: Assembly Of The Vp Progressive

    In case of installation on moving machine parts or in case of strong vibrations (e.g., o Hexagon head screws (3x) according to • Apply outlet fittings or SKF quick discon- on pressing machines), self-locking screws EN ISO 4017, M6x45-8.8 nect couplings to the threads of the out-...
  • Page 56 6. Assembly 6.3.10 Changing VP progressive metering device sections -see Figure 22 • Clean any contamination from progres- While performing the following instal- sive metering device, place on a clean lation of the new progressive metering installation surface or clamp into a vice in device sections (6) and intermediate IMPORTANT NOTE a stress-free position.
  • Page 57 6. Assembly Fig. 19 Assembly of a three-port VP progressive metering device End plate (5) VP2.09 Borehole for positioning the plates Intermediate plates (7) VP2.08 Self-locking Guide knobs for nuts 1) positioning the plates Inlet plate VP2.07 End section (4) Progressive metering device sections (6) Inlet section (3) Tie-rod (2)
  • Page 58 6. Assembly 6.3.11 Connecting outlets on the VPM 6.3.12 Modiication of a piston detector In the VPM series, the progressive metering WARNING Fig. 20 Attachment of a device sections have two outlets on each VPM crossporting bar side, one on the side and one on the top, System pressure however only one may be used.
  • Page 59 6. Assembly • Loosen plug screw (1) (left) and remove • Apply adapter for piston detector (3a) with O-Ring (2) (hexagon socket screw with new O-ring (4) on the left side of the Fig. 21 Modification of piston detector key WAF 5). module housing.
  • Page 60 6. Assembly 6.4 VPK in basic design Fig. 22 VPK progressive metering device in basic design SKF Lubrication Systems Germany AG XYZ KW/JJ Made in Czech Republic SW12 L 2 ±2 L 1 ±2 2xØ6.4 Minimum mounting dimensions W = width:...

  • Page 61: Vpk Tightening Torques

    6. Assembly 6.4.1 VPK tightening torques VPK dimensions The specified torques must be observed during assembly and repair. Thread connection Tie-rod (starter plate) VPKM M10x1 M10×1 2.4 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (M8) Inlet: Outlet: VPKG G1/8" G1/8" Nut for tie-rod 12 Nm ±...

  • Page 62: Vpk With Piston Detector

    6. Assembly 6.4.2 VPK with piston detector for oil or grease 6.4.3 VPK progressive metering device with cycle switch Monitoring types P2 and P3 (electric monitoring) for oil or grease, monitoring type ZY Fig. 23 VPK progressive metering device with piston detector Fig.

  • Page 63: Vpk Progressive Metering Device With Proximity Switch

    6. Assembly 6.4.4 VPK progressive metering device with proximity switch 6.4.5 VPKG progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve for oil or grease, monitoring type ZS (electric monitoring) for oil, attachment 13, 2/2 directional solenoid valve, de-energized, progressive metering device relieved, only design VPKG Fig.

  • Page 64: Vpk Progressive Metering Device With 4/2 Or 3/2 Directional Solenoid Valve

    6. Assembly 6.4.6 VPK progressive metering device with 4/2 or 3/2 directional solenoid valve for oil, attachments 08; 09; 14 Fig. 27 VPK progressive metering device with 4/2 and 3/2 directional solenoid valve Attachment 08 Attachment 09 Attachment 14 De-energized Note For attachment 09 and attachment 14, the plug screw and the corre-...

  • Page 65: Vpk Progressive Metering Device With 2/2 Directional Solenoid Valve

    6. Assembly 6.4.7 VPK progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve for greases, attachment 15 with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, de-energized, continuity to progressive metering device closed Fig. 28 VPK progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve Ø7 Attachment 15 De-energized ca.

  • Page 66: Assembly Of The Vpk Progressive Metering Device

    Hexagon head screws (3x) according to installation of the progressive metering EN ISO 4017, M6x45-8.8 • Apply outlet fittings or SKF quick discon- device. nect couplings to the threads of the out- let bores and tighten with the prescribed •...

  • Page 67: Changing Vpk Progressive Metering Device Sections

    6. Assembly 6.4.9 Changing VPK progressive metering device sections -see Figure 32 • Clean any contamination from progres- and intermediate plates (7) and remove IMPORTANT NOTE sive metering device, place on a clean them from the tie-rods (2). Absolute cleanliness is required when installation surface or clamp into a vice in While performing the following installa- changing one or more progressive me-...
  • Page 68 6. Assembly Fig. 29 Assembly of a three-port VPK progressive metering device End plate (5) VPKM.09 Borehole for positioning the plates Guide knobs for Intermediate plates (7) positioning the plates VPKM.08 Self-locking nuts 1) Inlet plate VPKM.07 End section (4) Progressive metering device sections (6) Inlet section (3) Tie-rod (2)

  • Page 69: Consolidation Of Multiple Outlets (Crossporting)

    6. Assembly 6.4.10 Consolidation of multiple outlets (crossporting) Twin sections of a progressive metering de- • If individual sections on progressive me- IMPORTANT NOTE vice have a plug for crossporting. tering devices of series VPKM need to The volumetric flow of an outlet can be be replaced with sections with different Two neighboring outlets are consolidated consolidated with other outlets as desired by...
  • Page 70 6. Assembly With crossporting, two or more outlets of IMPORTANT NOTE IMPORTANT NOTE an entire progressive metering device side Outlets of a progressive metering device can be combined as long as there is no The progressive metering device sec- that are not needed must not be closed single section in-between.
  • Page 71 6. Assembly Fig. 30 Examples of crossporting After crossporting from After crossporting from Quantities 3, 7, and 8 Quantities 5 and 6 Quantities 9 and 10 consolidated consolidated consolidated Plug screw 466-431-001 Inlet section Quantities 2 and 3 consolidated Quantities 2 and 6 consolidated Plug 917-006-101 (Detail A)
  • Page 72 6. Assembly 6.4.11 Modiication of a piston detector • Loosen electrical power lead. • Install the plug screw (1) with O-ring (2) WARNING on the right side. System pressure • Loosen plug screw (1) (left) and remove Pressure must not be applied to with O-Ring (2) (hexagon socket screw •...

  • Page 73: Vpb In Basic Design

    6. Assembly 6.5 VPB in basic design Fig. 32 VPB progressive metering device in basic design Fig. 31 Modification of piston detector Turn piston (5) 180°. left right 2x Ø 7 Minimum mounting dimensions W = width: 80 mm H = height 35 mm L = Length L2+10 mm...

  • Page 74: Vpb Tightening Torques

    6. Assembly 6.5.1 VPB tightening torques VPB dimensions The specified torques must be observed during assembly and repair. Thread connection Tie-rod (starter plate) VPBM M10x1 M10×1 2.4 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (M8) Inlet: Outlet: G1/8" G1/8" VPBG Nut for tie-rod 12 Nm ±...

  • Page 75: Vpb With Piston Detector

    6. Assembly 6.5.2 VPB with piston detector for oil or grease 6.5.3 VPB progressive metering device with cycle switch Monitoring types P2 and P3 (electric monitoring) for oil or grease, monitoring type ZY Fig. 33 VPB progressive metering device with piston detector Fig.

  • Page 76: Vpb Progressive Metering Device With 2/2 Directional Solenoid Valve

    6. Assembly 6.5.4 VPB progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve for greases, attachment 15 with 2/2 directional solenoid valve, de-energized, continuity to progressive metering device closed Fig. 35 VPB progressive metering device with 2/2 directional solenoid valve Attachment 15 De-energized Ansicht A View A...
  • Page 77 6.5.5 Assembly of the VPB progressive metering device -See Chapter 6.5.1, Figure 34 the screws must have a minimum length of • If necessary, apply outlet fittings or SKF 40 mm. quick disconnect couplings to the threads Fastening material to be provided by the...

  • Page 78: Consolidation Of Opposite Outlets

    6. Assembly 6.5.6 Consolidation of opposite outlets 6.5.7 Consolidation of multiple outlets (crossporting) It is possible to subsequently connect two Fig. 36 VPB consolidati- Fig. 37 VPB possible cros- opposite outlets internally by removing a on of opposite outlets sporting variations plug from the right outlet borehole and closing one of the two outlets.
  • Page 79 6. Assembly Fig. 38 VPB bridge designs (crossporting) Crossporting VPBM-C3 VPBM-C-S2 3-bridge, with one outlet and check valve for pipe Ø6 mm M10x1 = VPBM-C3 G1/8” = VPBG-C3 Crossporting 2-bridge, with one Crossporting outlet port and check Thread valve 4-bridge, with one outlet M10×1 taper/G port and check valve M10x1 = VPBM-C2...

  • Page 80: Lubrication Line Connection

    6. Assembly 6.6 Lubrication line connection Fig. 39 VPB functional diagram of bridge designs (crossporting) IMPORTANT NOTE Outlets of a progressive metering device that are not needed must not be closed Plug screw 466-431-001 because this will cause the progressive metering device to block.
  • Page 81 SKF compression fittings conforming ○ The maximum pressure that occurs to DIN 2353 can be used. If using fittings ○ Install lubricant metering devices at the from other manufacturers, pay careful ○...

  • Page 82: Mounting Process

    (4) and plug connectors, which prevents the metal tighten. tube from slipping out of the SKF quick dis- connect coupling. Both designs, for metal • Insert the lubrication line (1) into the and plastic pipes, have a locking claw. The Fig.
  • Page 83 (1). The plastic tube (1) can now be appropriate pulled out of the collet (4) of the SKF Metal tube (1) fastening hardware (e.g., mounting clips) quick disconnect coupling.

  • Page 84: Lubrication Line Arrangement

    6. Assembly 6.9 Lubrication line arrangement When arranging the main lubricant lines and The tubes, hoses, shutoff valves, directional the lubricant. When the cross-section does lubrication point lines, observe the following control valves, fittings, etc. that will be used change, the transition should be gentle. instructions in order to ensure that the en- must be designed for the maximum operat- tire centralized lubrication system functions...

  • Page 85: Electrical Connection

    NAMUR sensor, Fig. 43 Connecting inductive NAMUR sensor Fig. 44 Connecting directional solenoid valves Chapter 4, Technical Data Only attachments and monitoring equip- ment approved by SKF for the progressive Housing metering devices may be installed. Spare parts Designation...

  • Page 86: First Start-Up

    7. First start-up 7. First start-up metering device inlet or, if present, to the Fig. 45 Example of a progressive system IMPORTANT NOTE emergency lubricant nipple attached to Only fill using clean lubricant and an ap- the progressive metering device. propriate device.

  • Page 87: Venting An Oil Progressive System

    7. First start-up 7.2 Venting an oil progressive system -see Figure 40 • Slightly loosen the main lubrication lines VP and VPK progressive metering devices: of the main metering device at the out- lets, actuate the pump/pump unit until • Loosen the right and left plug screws A requirement for venting an oil progres- bubble-free oil discharges at the outlets.

  • Page 88: Inspections Before Irst Start-Up

    7. First start-up Checklist for first start-up Fig. 46 Position of plug screws 7.3 Inspections before first start-up YES NO Electrical connection (inductive NAMUR sensor) established correctly Mechanical connection established correctly The performance characteristics for the aforementioned connections match the specifi- cations in “Technical data.”...

  • Page 89: Operation

    Do not touch cables or electri- SKF products operate automatically. cal components with wet or moist hands. The activities required during normal op- 9.1 Cleaning agents eration are limited primarily to checking the...

  • Page 90: Exterior Cleaning

    • Unauthorized persons must be kept The interior of the product must be cleaned away. if incorrect or contaminated lubricant is ac- cidentally filled. • Thoroughly clean all external surfaces Please contact SKF Customer Service. with a moist cloth. - 90 - 951-230-008-EN Version 04...

  • Page 91: Maintenance

    IMPORTANT NOTE normally not necessary to clean the interior of the product. Only original SKF spare parts may be used. The interior of the product must be cleaned Unauthorized alterations to products and if incorrect or contaminated lubricant is ac- the use of non-original spare parts and cidentally filled into the product.

  • Page 92: Malfunctions, Causes, And Remedies

    The progressive metering device outlet is Defective progressive metering devices typically equipped with a fitting with check must be replaced. Only SKF Service is ca- pable of repairing them. valve. Do not replace this with another con- IMPORTANT NOTE...

  • Page 93: Progressive Metering Device And System Malfunctions

    - Sequentially remove union nuts or fittings at the outlets; check der as marked previously valves may be built into the outlet fittings. • Only use original SKF spare parts! - Trigger intermediate lubrication. • Perform start-up and functional - The progressive metering device is functioning properly if signifi- inspection.
  • Page 94 Damaged lubricant line, detect- • Replace the lubricant line at lubrication able only by visual inspection and • Use only grease-filled SKF original spare lines on grease progressive systems. points significant lubricant discharge. Perform start-up and functional inspection. • Visual inspection for mechanical damage o Visual inspection •...
  • Page 95 Pressure relief valve does not close • Clean or replace pressure relief valve. Only use original SKF spare parts. No pressure build up in o Unsuitable lubricant (see technical • Remove lubricant from entire system and dispose of lubricant in...

  • Page 96: Repairs

    12. Repairs 12. Repairs 12.1 Replacing inductive NAMUR sensor -see Figure 44 • Check that the new inductive NAMUR Fig. 47 Replacing inductive NAMUR sensor sensor (2) matches the documentation • Apply pressure to progressive meter- and the intended use. ing device until the plunger rod (5) has extended.

  • Page 97: Shutdown And Disposal

    13.2 Shutdown and disposal The described product can be temporarily If the product will be permanently shut The product can also be returned to SKF shut down by disconnecting the hydraulic down, the local regulations and laws regard- Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH for supply connections.

  • Page 98: Spare Parts

    14. Spare parts 14. Spare parts 14.1 Spare parts – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) Fig. 48 VP spare parts For cable sockets, see Chapter 12, Accessories. - 98 - 951-230-008-EN Version 04...
  • Page 99 14. Spare parts Inlet fittings – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) Group Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Straight connector for pipe Ø 6 mm 406-413 Straight connector for pipe Ø 6 mm 406-413W Straight connector for pipe Ø 8 mm 408-403W Straight connector for pipe Ø...
  • Page 100 14. Spare parts Outlet fittings – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) Group Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Straight connector for pipe Ø 4 mm, tapered 404-403 Straight connector for pipe Ø 4 mm 404-403W Straight connector for pipe Ø...
  • Page 101 14. Spare parts Outlet fittings – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) Group Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Outlet itting for pipe Ø 4 mm, with check valve VPG-RV VPM-RV4 Outlet itting for pipe Ø 6 mm, with check valve VPG-RV6 VPM-RV6 Outlet itting for pipe Ø...
  • Page 102 14. Spare parts Progressive metering device sections – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) Item Designation Order No. Order No. Progressive metering device section 2T with cycle indicator right VPG-K-2T-ZY-R VPM-K-2T-ZY-R Progressive metering device section 3T with cycle indicator right VPG-K-3T-ZY-R VPM-K-3T-ZY-R Progressive metering device section 4T with cycle indicator right...
  • Page 103 14. Spare parts Progressive metering device sections – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) Item Designation Order No. Order No. Inlet section VPG-E VPM-E Progressive metering device section 1T VPG-K-1T-PS VPM-K-1T-PS Progressive metering device section 2T VPG-K-2T-PS VPM-K-2T-PS Progressive metering device section 3T VPG-K-3T-PS VPM-K-3T-PS Progressive metering device section 4T...
  • Page 104 14. Spare parts Progressive metering device components – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) VPKG VPKM Item Designation Order No. Order No. Outlet section VPM-A Inlet plate VP2.07 Intermediate plate VP2.08 End plate VP2.09 Connection fitting (crossporting bars, design complete with banjo bolt VP-C and sealing rings) Tie-rod for 3 progressive metering device sections, length 98...
  • Page 105 14. Spare parts Progressive metering device components – VPG (inch thread) and VPM (metric thread) Item Designation Order No. Order No. Starter plate for 4/2 and 3/2 directional solenoid valve 44-0711-2265 44-0711-2266 4/2 directional solenoid valve, 24 V DC 161-140-050+924 Coupler socket according to DIN EN175301-803A 179-990-033 Fixing bolt for directional control valve...
  • Page 106 14. Spare parts Plug-in nozzle table Overpressure indicator Nominal Plug-in Nozzle Nozzle Item volumetric nozzle Item Opening pressure index diameter flow Order No. [l/min] [mm] [bar] Order No. Order No. VPG-UE50-3 VPM-UE50-3 0.08 0.50 24-0455-2574 VPG-UE100-3 VPM-UE100-3 0.12 0.55 24-0455-2575 VPG-UE150-3 VPM-UE150-3 0.15...

  • Page 107: Spare Parts - Vpk

    14. Spare parts 14.2 Spare parts – VPK Fig. 49 VPK spare parts/ exploded view - 107 - 951-230-008-EN Version 04...
  • Page 108 14. Spare parts Inlet fittings – VPKG (inch thread) and VPKM (metric thread) Group VPKG VPKM Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Straight connector according to DIN2353, for pipe Ø 6 mm 406-403W 406-403 Straight connector according to DIN2353, for pipe Ø 6 mm, tapered 406-423 Straight connector according to DIN2353, for pipe Ø...
  • Page 109 14. Spare parts Outlet fittings – VPKG (inch thread) and VPKM (metric thread) Group VPKG VPKM Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Straight connector for pipe Ø 4 mm, tapered 404-403 Straight connector for pipe Ø 4 mm 404-403W Straight connector for pipe Ø...
  • Page 110 14. Spare parts Outlet fittings – VPKG (inch thread) and VPKM (metric thread) Group VPKG VPKM Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Outlet itting for pipe Ø 6 mm, with check valve VPKG-RV6 VPKM-RV-S4 Quick disconnect coupling fitting for pipe Ø 6 mm, with check valve VPKM-RV-VS Banjo fitting for pipe Ø...
  • Page 111 14. Spare parts Progressive metering device components – VPKG (inch thread) and VPKM (metric thread) VPKG VPKM Item Designation Order No. Order No. Progressive metering device section 2T with cycle indicator right VPKG-K-2T-ZY-R VPKM-K-2T-ZY-R Progressive metering device section 3T with cycle indicator right VPKG-K-3T-ZY-R VPKM-K-3T-ZY-R VPKG-K-2T-ZY-L...
  • Page 112 14. Spare parts Progressive metering device components – VPKG (inch thread) and VPKM (metric thread) VPKG VPKM Item Designation Order No. Order No. Outlet section VPKM-A Inlet plate VPKM.07 Intermediate plate VPKM.08 End plate VPKM.09 Tie-rod for 3 progressive metering device sections, length VPKM.93 80±0.3 mm Tie-rod for 4 progressive metering device sections, length...
  • Page 113 14. Spare parts Attachments – VPKG (inch thread) and VPKM (metric thread) VPKG VPKM Item Designation Order No. Order No. Starter plate for 4/2 and 3/2 directional solenoid valve 44-0711-2263 44-0711-2264 161-140-050+924 161-140-050+924 4/2 directional solenoid valve, 24 V DC, without items.20, 21 3/2 directional solenoid valve, 24 V DC, without items.20, 21 161-140-050+924 161-140-050+924...

  • Page 114: Spare Parts - Vpb

    14. Spare parts 14.3 Spare parts – VPB Inlet fittings – VPBG (inch thread) and VPBM (metric thread) Group VPBG VPBM Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Straight connector according to DIN2353, for pipe Ø 6 mm 406-403W Straight connector according to DIN2353, for pipe Ø...
  • Page 115 14. Spare parts Outlet fittings – VPBG (inch thread) and VPBM (metric thread) Group VPBG (G1/8) VPBM (M10x1) Item Designation [LL] [L] [S] Order No. Order No. Straight connector for pipe Ø 4 mm, tapered 404-403 Straight connector for pipe Ø 4 mm 404-403W Straight connector for pipe Ø...
  • Page 116 14. Spare parts Monitoring Item Designation Order No. Bipolar piston detector kit, 2-pin 24-0159-6028 Universal piston detector kit, 3-pin 24-0159-6023 Associated sealing ring WVN501-10x1 1) A kit includes the respective sensor with adapter and O-ring. Attachments Item Designation Order No. 2/2 directional solenoid valve, 24 V DC, 161-110-031+924 Cable socket with protection circuit, 3m PUR cable and LED...

  • Page 117: Accessories

    15. Accessories 15. Accessories 15.1 VPB bridge designs (crossporting) Fig. 50 VPB bridge designs (crossporting) Crossporting Crossporting VPBM-C3 VPBM-C-S2 3-bridge, with one 4-bridge, with one outlet outlet and check valve port and check valve for pipe Ø6 mm M10x1 = VPBM-C3 M10x1 = VPBM-C4 G1/8”...

  • Page 118: Vpb Check Valves

    15. Accessories 15.2 VPB check valves Fig. 51 VPB check valves Check valves Tube Opening Pressure, max. for pipe Ø pressure Order No. ød1 [bar] [bar] Illus. for direct screwing into a progressive metering device outlet. VPKG-RV taper. VPKM-RV-S4 M10×1 taper. for quick disconnect coupling for pipe Ø...

  • Page 119: Cable Sockets

    15. Accessories 15.3 Cable sockets Fig. 52 Cable sockets Designation Order No. Weight [g] Illustration Cable sockets M12x1, 4-pin design, without LED Circular connector, straight, without cable 179-990-371 diameter 4–6 mm, 4-pin, max. 0.75 mm² Circular connector, straight, with 5-m integrally 179-990-600 extruded cable, 4-pin, 4×0.25 mm²...
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