SKF Lubricating Grease LGEV 2 – In steel rolling mills, rolling-mill bearings must operate under extremely high loads, severe vibration, and harsh temperatures, together with the presence of cooling water, dust, and metallic contaminants. These conditions can cause wear, oxidation, seal failure, and loss of lubrication if the specialized grease that is suitable.
This is why SKF developed LGEV 2 lubricating grease, specifically for rolling-mill bearings in the steel, cement, and mining industries —where standard greases cannot meet the requirements.
1. Introduction to SKF LGEV 2 lubricating grease
SKF LGEV 2 is a lubricating grease for extremely heavy loads, using high-viscosity mineral base oil, combined with the thickener inorganic (silica gel), and containing molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) microsphere additive —providing outstanding adhesion and protection under heavy loads, low speeds, and severe impacts.
🔧 Full designations: SKF LGEV 2/18 (or LGEV 2/0.4, depending on the pack size)
🏭 Main applications:
- Rolling-mill bearings in hot or cold rolling mills
- Bearings in crushers and heavy-load conveying equipment
- Systems exposed to vibration and severe impacts in heavy industry
2. Key features of SKF LGEV 2
| Feature | Value/Benefit |
| Extremely high load capacity | MoS₂ additive and high-viscosity base oil reduce wear and surface fatigue under heavy loads |
| Strong adhesion and excellent water resistance | Stable operation in environments with cooling water and metal dust |
| Low speed – high load (rolling-mill bearings) | Suitable for bearings running at low speed while carrying high compressive forces |
| Prevents premature wear and rolling-surface pitting | Extends bearing life and reduces maintenance time |
| High mechanical stability | Does not wash out or separate oil in high-vibration environments |
3. Technical specifications of SKF LGEV 2 grease
| Specification | Value |
| Thickener | Silica gel (inorganic) |
| Base oil | Mineral, high viscosity |
| Base oil viscosity @ 40°C | ~ 1500 mm²/s |
| Operating temperature | From –10°C to +120°C |
| Color | Blackish gray |
| Solid additive | MoS₂ (molybdenum disulphide) |
| Consistency (NLGI) | 2 |
| Timken load rating | > 60 lbs |
| Water resistance | Excellent (Water Resistance Rating 1-90) |
4. Typical applications in steel rolling mills
✅ Hot rolling stands—where temperatures and compressive forces are extremely high
✅ Spherical roller or cylindrical roller bearings—handling high radial loads and severe vibration
✅ Bearings in reversing mills and continuous four-high or six-high rolling systems
✅ Locations with low rotational speed but high surface pressure
SKF LGEV 2 grease is often used with automatic lubrication systems such as SKF SYSTEM 24, TLMP, or Lincoln centralized lubrication, helping maintain a stable grease supply and prevent under-greasing or over-greasing that can overheat bearings.
5. Benefits of using SKF LGEV 2 for rolling-mill bearings
🔧 Minimizes wear under heavy loads
⏱️ Extends the interval between relubrication operations
🛠️ Reduces bearing repair and replacement costs
📈 Increases continuous operating time of the rolling line
♻️ Protects equipment in harsh conditions and reduces energy losses
6. Conclusion
SKF LGEV 2 is more than a lubricating grease—it is a comprehensive protection solution for rolling-mill bearings in the steel industry. With its outstanding load capacity, high adhesion, and stable operation in harsh environments, LGEV 2 extends equipment life, reduces unexpected failures, and optimizes production performance.
Do you operate a steel rolling mill?
✅ Need advice on selecting the right SKF grease for each rolling-stand position?
✅ Want to implement an SKF automatic lubrication solution with LGEV 2 grease?
📞 Contact us for expert technical advice and the best quotation!
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