Should I use grease or engine oil for the chain?
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Using grease is effective but tends to attract dust. If possible, it's recommended to purchase specialized chain oil. Below are the classifications of chain oils: 1. Mineral-based chain oil: The base oil is mineral oil, mainly used under normal working conditions. 2. Synthetic chain oil: Composed of synthetic base oils such as PAG, PAO, and ester-based oils, primarily used in high-temperature and other demanding working environments. 3. Bio-based chain oil: Mainly consists of renewable vegetable oil base oils. Due to technological advancements, the performance of vegetable oil lubricants has significantly improved, with some products now reaching the performance level of synthetic oils. These chain oils are often used in sensitive areas such as water sources, wetlands, and food processing plants due to their biodegradable and low-toxicity characteristics.