AGS Vario Central Lubrication Plants
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The AGS Vario Central Lubrication plant is an efficient and durable system that sets a new benchmark. The compact Vario (1.2 kg) is especially suited for both mobile and stationary applications. It is designed as a multi-line system, capable of variable output dosages through different pump elements that are selected according to the specific lubrication point.
Different sized outlets, capable of taking 5 different size pump elements, supply up to 8 lubrication points directly. Simultaneously, another 2 pump elements can deliver lubricant to a progressive distributor. Examples of this are shown in the photo to the right and at the bottom of this page.
The unit is available with 2 distinct control options: Control "Z" is 24 V DC, has a lubricating time of 1 to 16 minutes, with the time between cycles at 30 minutes to 8 hours. Control "T" is also 24 V DC, has a lubricating time of 2 to 32 minutes, with the time between cycles at 30 minutes to 8 hours.
This central lube system has a modular design and can be used for all mobile applications e.g. heavy load vehicles, trucks, construction equipment, agriculture machinery, etc.
Vario Technical Data |
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Operating voltage |
24 V DC | Operating temperature | -25°C to +75°C -13°F to +167°F |
Power input at 280 bar |
3.8 A | Revolutions | 15 rpm |
Protection class |
IP65 | ||
Consistency Grade |
grease & oil NLGI 000 - 2 |
Outlets for pump elements | 8 for PE5/10/15/25/50 2 for PE120 F / 120 FV |
Container size |
1.2 kg | ||
Pump elements |
Output |
Outlet |
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cm³/stroke |
cm³/min |
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PE 5 PE 10 |
0.005 0.01 |
0.075 0.15 |
M 10 x 1 M 10 x 1 |
PE 15 PE 25 |
0.015 0.025 |
0.225 0.375 |
M 10 x 1 M10 x 1 |
PE50 PE 120 F |
0.05 0.12 |
0.75 1.8 |
M 10 x 1 M 10 x 1 |
PE 120 FV |
adjustable 0.04 - 0.12 |
max. 1.8 |
G ¼ |
For larger jobs there are the Vario-Plus electrically driven Central Lubrication plants. These larger systems have a grease capacity of 4 or 8 litres, and either 3 or 21 independent discharge points. Each lube point requires its own pump element. Close-ups of the outlets and pump elements are in the photos at the bottom of this page.
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The supply pressure of either 200 bar or 280 bar allows the use of normal commercial grease or oil up to NLGI Class 2. These Central Lubricating Plants can also be externally controlled, e.g. using an IPC or by an optional AGS electronic timer.
Features include:
- Transparent container allows visual monitoring of grease level
- Tank volume of 4 litres (1.06 gallons), expandable to 8 lt
- Programmable control system available
- Pressure up to 280 bar / 4060 psi
- Precise lubrication dosage
- Adjustable delivery rates
- Continuous, constant pressure
The best model for your needs depends on the operating conditions set out in the table below. Progressive distributors can also be attached (see photo below).
| Electric drive with 3 or 21 outlets and 4 or 8 litre containers | ||
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| Basis systems without pump elements | AGS Vario-Plus 3 | AGS Vario-Plus 21 |
| Operating voltage RPM |
24 V DC 15 rpm |
24 V DC |
Power input |
0.4 A 1.1 A |
0.4 A 1.1 A |
| Max. operating pressure | 280 bar / 4060 psi | 200 bar / 2900 psi |
| Safe operating temperature | -20°C to +70°C (-4°F to +158°F) |
-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to +158°F) |
| Container volume Outlets |
4 litres 3 |
4 litres 21 |
| Container volume can be increased to 8 litres | ||
Pump elements for 3 outlet unit |
Stroke Output |
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| PE 120 PE 120 DBV |
0.12 cm³ 0.04 - 0.12 cm³ |
Pump elements for 12 outlet unit |
Stroke Output |
| PE 5 PE 10 |
0.005 cm³ 0.01³ |
| PE 15 PE 25 |
0.015 cm³ 0.025 cm³ |
| PE 50 | 0.05 cm³ |
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Close-ups of pump elements, progressive distributor, and outlets |