What are the components of gear oil?
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Gear oil is primarily composed of petroleum-based lubricating base oil or synthetic lubricating oil, blended with extreme pressure anti-wear agents and oiliness agents to form an important type of lubricating oil. The functions of gear oil are as follows: Lubricating the transmission system: Reduces wear on gears and other moving parts, ensures normal operation of the transmission system, and extends service life. Improving efficiency: Reduces friction and transmission losses in gear systems, enhancing mechanical efficiency. Cooling transmission components: During gear transmission, significant heat is generated due to friction at the gear contact surfaces. If not dissipated promptly, it can cause localized high temperatures on the gear surfaces, potentially leading to severe burning and adhesion. Gear oil continuously carries away heat during the circulating lubrication process, dissipating it through the air and the transmission housing, ensuring proper operation of transmission components.