Product Description
Grease fitting
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the 3050200 grease fitting and where is it used?
A: The 3050200 is a grease fitting (also called a grease nipple or zerk fitting) used to lubricate pivot points, load wheels, bearings, and articulation joints on forklift equipment. It is compatible with Crown, Toyota, Raymond, Yale, and other standard forklift models. The fitting accepts standard grease gun nozzles for periodic lubrication.
Q: What thread size and type is the 3050200 grease fitting?
A: The 3050200 uses a standard grease fitting thread common to material handling equipment. Verify the fitting thread size (typically 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch NPT) and length against your equipment before ordering to ensure correct fitment in the mounting hole.
Q: How often should the 3050200 grease fitting be lubricated?
A: Lubrication frequency depends on equipment usage intensity and operating environment. Standard practice for heavy-duty forklifts is to pump fresh grease through the fitting weekly or bi-weekly during active operation. More frequent lubrication is needed in wet or dirty environments.
Q: What type of grease is compatible with the 3050200?
A: Use multipurpose lithium-based greases or EP (extreme pressure) greases recommended for material handling equipment. Do not mix incompatible grease types in a single lubrication point, as this can reduce lubricant effectiveness. Check your equipment manual for specific grease grade recommendations.