Automation and Robotics - Lincoln
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Lubrication Equipment
Lubrication equipment is the unsung hero behind the seamless operation of machinery across diverse industries. Its significance lies in its ability to ensure optimal performance and durability of critical components. This versatile range of tools encompasses automated lubrication systems, the backbone of heavy machinery, and precision lubrication instruments designed for the most intricate mechanical parts. By mitigating friction and wear, lubrication equipment not only extends the lifespan of machinery but also safeguards against corrosion and dissipates excess heat, maintaining machinery efficiency at its peak. From gears that turn without a hitch to bearings that glide effortlessly, adequate lubrication is the linchpin of smooth machinery operation. Moreover, it goes beyond mere upkeep; it reduces downtime, cost savings, and heightened overall productivity. In the intricate world of machinery maintenance, lubrication equipment stands tall as the cornerstone of reliability and performance.
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Lincoln part 276319 is a solenoid that provides electromagnetic actuation. Designed for Lincoln automated valve controls. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$287.23$354.26
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 276325 solenoid valve from Lincoln provides electrically actuated flow control. It fits into Lincoln automated lubrication systems. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$1,282.93$1,582.34
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln pump installations, the Lincoln 276330 is a pump plate assembly. It provides the plate that mounts the pump to the system. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$240.60$296.75
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This 2-1/4 inch saddle clamp (Lincoln 276336) straddles round pipe or tubing to secure mounted components. Use it in Lincoln pump mounting. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$5.98$7.37
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276337 upper mast support provides the upper structural post for the pump mast, making it essential for Lincoln mast-mounted pump assemblies. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$132.54$163.46
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a lid gasket, the Lincoln 276339 seals the lid to the reservoir body. Engineered for Lincoln reservoir assemblies. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$242.29$298.83
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276340 is a top gasket that seals the top cover to the housing. Designed for Lincoln pump assemblies. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$150.54$185.67
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 276341 door gasket from Lincoln seals the access door on the enclosure. It fits into Lincoln pump enclosure assemblies. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$104.84$129.30
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln hose maintenance, the Lincoln 276346 is a hose cleaner. It cleans the interior of hoses before service or storage. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$12.17$15.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This O-ring kit (Lincoln 276347) includes a set of replacement O-rings for the assembly. Use it in Lincoln pump service. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$3.13$3.86
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276349 guard kit adds protective shielding around the equipment, making it essential for Lincoln pump safety. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$3.39$4.17
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a 1/4-turn valve, the Lincoln 276352 provides quick on/off flow control. Engineered for Lincoln pump piping. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$36.26$44.72
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276353 is a nipple that connects two female ports. Designed for Lincoln piping. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$7.99$9.85
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln high-pressure pump systems, the Lincoln 276366 is a 1/4-inch x 84-inch high-pressure hose. It handles high pressure over a 84-inch run. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$56.40$82.81
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This male run tee (Lincoln 276370) splits flow with a male-threaded branch. Use it in Lincoln lubrication piping. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$24.17$29.81
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276402 upper lock hasp provides the upper half of the locking mechanism for security, making it essential for Lincoln enclosure security. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$93.41$115.21
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a lower lock hasp, the Lincoln 276403 provides the lower half of the locking mechanism. Engineered for Lincoln enclosure security. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$96.80$119.38
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276411 is a coupler that provides a detachable connection between hose sections. Designed for Lincoln hose and pump assemblies. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$37.81$55.51
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 276430 tube from Lincoln routes fluid. It fits into Lincoln pump assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$150.79$185.97
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln airless spray lubrication systems, the Lincoln 276431 is a adjustable trough (600mm). It collects and channels excess lubricant at an adjustable width. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$208.93$257.68
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This applicator seal (Lincoln 276432) seals the applicator head against lubricant leakage. Use it in Lincoln spray applicator assemblies. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$24.22$29.87
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276435 tip spreader distributes the spray pattern across the target surface, making it essential for Lincoln airless spray applicator heads. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$30.48$37.59
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a end plug, the Lincoln 276436 seals the open end of a port or bore. Engineered for Lincoln pump assemblies. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$78.12$96.35
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276438 is a mounting bracket (right-hand) that provides right-side structural support. Designed for Lincoln spray applicator installations. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$112.49$138.74
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276319 is a solenoid that provides electromagnetic actuation. Designed for Lincoln automated valve controls. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$287.23$354.26
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 276325 solenoid valve from Lincoln provides electrically actuated flow control. It fits into Lincoln automated lubrication systems. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$1,282.93$1,582.34
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln pump installations, the Lincoln 276330 is a pump plate assembly. It provides the plate that mounts the pump to the system. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$240.60$296.75
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This 2-1/4 inch saddle clamp (Lincoln 276336) straddles round pipe or tubing to secure mounted components. Use it in Lincoln pump mounting. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$5.98$7.37
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276337 upper mast support provides the upper structural post for the pump mast, making it essential for Lincoln mast-mounted pump assemblies. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$132.54$163.46
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a lid gasket, the Lincoln 276339 seals the lid to the reservoir body. Engineered for Lincoln reservoir assemblies. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$242.29$298.83
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276340 is a top gasket that seals the top cover to the housing. Designed for Lincoln pump assemblies. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$150.54$185.67
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 276341 door gasket from Lincoln seals the access door on the enclosure. It fits into Lincoln pump enclosure assemblies. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$104.84$129.30
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln hose maintenance, the Lincoln 276346 is a hose cleaner. It cleans the interior of hoses before service or storage. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$12.17$15.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This O-ring kit (Lincoln 276347) includes a set of replacement O-rings for the assembly. Use it in Lincoln pump service. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$3.13$3.86
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276349 guard kit adds protective shielding around the equipment, making it essential for Lincoln pump safety. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$3.39$4.17
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a 1/4-turn valve, the Lincoln 276352 provides quick on/off flow control. Engineered for Lincoln pump piping. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$36.26$44.72
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276353 is a nipple that connects two female ports. Designed for Lincoln piping. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$7.99$9.85
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln high-pressure pump systems, the Lincoln 276366 is a 1/4-inch x 84-inch high-pressure hose. It handles high pressure over a 84-inch run. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$56.40$82.81
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This male run tee (Lincoln 276370) splits flow with a male-threaded branch. Use it in Lincoln lubrication piping. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$24.17$29.81
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276402 upper lock hasp provides the upper half of the locking mechanism for security, making it essential for Lincoln enclosure security. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$93.41$115.21
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a lower lock hasp, the Lincoln 276403 provides the lower half of the locking mechanism. Engineered for Lincoln enclosure security. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$96.80$119.38
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276411 is a coupler that provides a detachable connection between hose sections. Designed for Lincoln hose and pump assemblies. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$37.81$55.51
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 276430 tube from Lincoln routes fluid. It fits into Lincoln pump assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$150.79$185.97
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln airless spray lubrication systems, the Lincoln 276431 is a adjustable trough (600mm). It collects and channels excess lubricant at an adjustable width. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$208.93$257.68
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This applicator seal (Lincoln 276432) seals the applicator head against lubricant leakage. Use it in Lincoln spray applicator assemblies. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$24.22$29.87
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 276435 tip spreader distributes the spray pattern across the target surface, making it essential for Lincoln airless spray applicator heads. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$30.48$37.59
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a end plug, the Lincoln 276436 seals the open end of a port or bore. Engineered for Lincoln pump assemblies. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$78.12$96.35
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 276438 is a mounting bracket (right-hand) that provides right-side structural support. Designed for Lincoln spray applicator installations. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$112.49$138.74
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
FAQS
- Getting started with industrial automation begins with identifying the tasks that are repetitive, hazardous, labor-intensive, or quality-critical — these are the best candidates for automation. Common first steps include adding sensors for detection and feedback, installing pneumatic or electric actuators to replace manual movements, and using PLCs or smart relays to coordinate the sequence. For more advanced automation, industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots) can handle pick-and-place, assembly, welding, palletizing, and packaging tasks with grippers and end-of-arm tooling (EOAT). Machine vision systems add inspection and quality control capabilities. Safety equipment — light curtains, safety switches, emergency stops, and guarding — is required to protect operators working near automated equipment. Centro's Automation and Robotics division offers products across all of these areas and can help you evaluate which tasks to automate first for the best return on investment.
- End-of-arm tooling (EOAT) refers to the device mounted on the end of a robotic arm that directly interacts with the workpiece — it is what allows the robot to grip, move, orient, and place parts. The most common EOAT type is the gripper, and selecting the right one depends on the workpiece material, shape, weight, and process requirements. Pneumatic grippers use compressed air and are the workhorse for general-purpose pick-and-place — they are fast, reliable, and available in parallel, angular, and three-finger configurations. Electric grippers use servo motors for programmable grip force and position, making them ideal for delicate or variable parts requiring precise control. Vacuum grippers use suction cups to handle flat, smooth, or irregularly shaped items like boxes, sheets, and glass without mechanical clamping. Magnetic grippers handle ferrous metal parts without contact mechanisms, offering quick cycle times for steel stamping and machining operations. Quick-change systems allow a single robot to swap between different EOAT types for multi-task flexibility.
- A collaborative robot — or cobot — is designed to work safely alongside human operators in a shared workspace without requiring safety fencing or caged enclosures. Cobots use built-in force and torque sensors, speed monitoring, and rounded, pinch-free designs to detect contact with a person and immediately stop or reverse motion, meeting ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066 safety standards. Traditional industrial robots operate at high speeds and forces behind safety guarding because they are not designed to detect or respond to human contact. Cobots are the right choice for applications that require human-robot interaction — tasks like machine tending, light assembly, quality inspection, and palletizing where an operator works nearby or hands off parts to the robot. They are also easier to program (often through hand-guiding or intuitive software), making them practical for small-batch and high-mix production where tasks change frequently. Traditional robots remain the better choice for high-speed, high-payload, or hazardous applications where human proximity is not needed.
- Industrial sensors detect physical conditions — presence, position, distance, temperature, pressure, level, and more — and convert them into electrical signals that PLCs and controllers use to make decisions. Selecting the right sensor starts with what you need to detect. Inductive proximity sensors detect metal objects at close range without contact and are the standard for detecting machine parts, cylinders at end-of-stroke, and metal targets on conveyors. Photoelectric sensors use light beams to detect objects at longer ranges and work on any material — through-beam, retroreflective, and diffuse types cover different range and mounting scenarios. Capacitive sensors detect both metallic and non-metallic materials including liquids, powders, and plastics, making them useful for level sensing through container walls. Ultrasonic sensors measure distance using sound waves, ideal for level measurement and position sensing of irregular surfaces. Beyond sensing type, consider the mounting environment — temperature, washdown exposure, vibration — and select the appropriate IP rating and housing material.
- Every automated or robotic work cell must include safety equipment to protect personnel from hazardous motion, in compliance with OSHA regulations and machine safety standards such as ANSI/RIA 15.06 and ISO 13849. The specific equipment depends on the risk assessment, but common components include safety light curtains that create an invisible detection field and stop the machine if a person enters the hazardous zone, safety laser scanners that monitor floor-level areas and can define warning and stop zones, safety interlock switches on access doors and gates that cut power when opened, emergency stop buttons placed within reach of operators, and safety-rated PLCs or safety relays that monitor all safety inputs and ensure the machine reaches a safe state before restarting. For collaborative robot applications, the cobot's built-in safety system may reduce the need for external guarding, but a thorough risk assessment is still required to determine whether additional measures — such as area scanners or reduced speed zones — are needed.