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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 241961 is a adapter that bridges different thread types or sizes. Designed for Lincoln lubrication plumbing. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$68.07$83.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 242-10145-1 is a 380mL cartridge that holds a pre-measured amount of lubricant for cartridge-fed equipment. Designed for Lincoln grease gun and dispenser systems. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$3.52$4.34
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242-10145-4 150mL cartridge from Lincoln holds a small pre-measured amount of lubricant. It fits into Lincoln cartridge-fed dispensing systems. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$9.52$11.73
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln dispensing and sampling systems, the Lincoln 242-14132-7 is a polypropylene bottle (150mL). It holds a measured volume of lubricant in a chemical-resistant container. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$17.65$18.65
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242000 high-flow axle from Lincoln provides an enlarged bore axle for higher fluid throughput. It fits into Lincoln high-flow pump assemblies. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$272.57$336.18
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln hose and piping connections, the Lincoln 242015 is a swivel adapter. It allows rotation at the connection point to prevent hose kinking. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$41.78$51.53
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This high-flow axle (Lincoln 242017) provides an enlarged bore axle for higher fluid throughput. Use it in Lincoln high-flow pump assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$208.14$256.71
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242025 1/4-inch tubing (25ft) provides glass-filled nylon tubing for lubrication runs, making it essential for Lincoln centralized lubrication installations. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$58.07$71.62
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a 1/4-inch tubing (50ft), the Lincoln 242050 provides glass-filled nylon tubing for lubrication runs. Engineered for Lincoln centralized lubrication installations. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$99.65$122.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This 3-way valve (Lincoln 242205) directs fluid flow between three ports for system control. Use it in Lincoln lubrication system directional controls. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$405.08$499.61
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242206 solenoid coil generates magnetic force to actuate the valve spool, making it essential for Lincoln electric valve assemblies. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$189.01$233.12
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a pressure reducing valve, the Lincoln 242207 steps down inlet pressure to a lower, controlled outlet level. Engineered for Lincoln lubrication distribution systems. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$728.30$898.26
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 242208 is a 4-way valve that directs flow to alternate between two circuits. Designed for Lincoln pump directional control systems. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$462.23$570.10
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242209 female plug from Lincoln seals a female-threaded port when not in use. It fits into Lincoln lubrication piping. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$71.16$87.76
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln pump and piping systems, the Lincoln 242211 is a gauge. It displays system pressure for visual monitoring. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$350.14$431.85
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242216 outlet body forms the discharge port housing, making it essential for Lincoln pump outlet assemblies. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$389.39$480.26
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a bushing tube, the Lincoln 242221 lines the bore to guide the plunger or piston rod. Engineered for Lincoln pump bore assemblies. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$441.17$544.13
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242226 plate from Lincoln provides a structural or sealing surface within the pump. It fits into Lincoln pump assemblies. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$105.56$130.19
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This O-ring seal (Lincoln 242229) provides static or dynamic sealing between mating surfaces. Use it in Lincoln pump, valve, and fitting assemblies. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$19.82$24.44
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242231 lube cup provides a small reservoir that gravity-feeds lubricant to a bearing, making it essential for Lincoln point-of-use lubrication. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$41.08$50.66
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a pump tube, the Lincoln 242232 forms the cylinder bore where the piston operates. Engineered for Lincoln pump assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$286.88$353.83
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242237 bushing tube from Lincoln lines the bore to guide the plunger or piston rod. It fits into Lincoln pump bore assemblies. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$209.08$257.87
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242245 connecting rod links the air motor to the fluid section of the pump, making it essential for Lincoln pump drive trains. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$76.14$93.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a O-ring seal, the Lincoln 242260 provides static or dynamic sealing between mating surfaces. Engineered for Lincoln pump, valve, and fitting assemblies. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$2.70$3.33
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 241961 is a adapter that bridges different thread types or sizes. Designed for Lincoln lubrication plumbing. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$68.07$83.95
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 242-10145-1 is a 380mL cartridge that holds a pre-measured amount of lubricant for cartridge-fed equipment. Designed for Lincoln grease gun and dispenser systems. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$3.52$4.34
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242-10145-4 150mL cartridge from Lincoln holds a small pre-measured amount of lubricant. It fits into Lincoln cartridge-fed dispensing systems. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$9.52$11.73
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln dispensing and sampling systems, the Lincoln 242-14132-7 is a polypropylene bottle (150mL). It holds a measured volume of lubricant in a chemical-resistant container. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$17.65$18.65
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242000 high-flow axle from Lincoln provides an enlarged bore axle for higher fluid throughput. It fits into Lincoln high-flow pump assemblies. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$272.57$336.18
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln hose and piping connections, the Lincoln 242015 is a swivel adapter. It allows rotation at the connection point to prevent hose kinking. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$41.78$51.53
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This high-flow axle (Lincoln 242017) provides an enlarged bore axle for higher fluid throughput. Use it in Lincoln high-flow pump assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$208.14$256.71
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242025 1/4-inch tubing (25ft) provides glass-filled nylon tubing for lubrication runs, making it essential for Lincoln centralized lubrication installations. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$58.07$71.62
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a 1/4-inch tubing (50ft), the Lincoln 242050 provides glass-filled nylon tubing for lubrication runs. Engineered for Lincoln centralized lubrication installations. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$99.65$122.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This 3-way valve (Lincoln 242205) directs fluid flow between three ports for system control. Use it in Lincoln lubrication system directional controls. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$405.08$499.61
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242206 solenoid coil generates magnetic force to actuate the valve spool, making it essential for Lincoln electric valve assemblies. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$189.01$233.12
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a pressure reducing valve, the Lincoln 242207 steps down inlet pressure to a lower, controlled outlet level. Engineered for Lincoln lubrication distribution systems. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$728.30$898.26
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 242208 is a 4-way valve that directs flow to alternate between two circuits. Designed for Lincoln pump directional control systems. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$462.23$570.10
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242209 female plug from Lincoln seals a female-threaded port when not in use. It fits into Lincoln lubrication piping. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$71.16$87.76
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln pump and piping systems, the Lincoln 242211 is a gauge. It displays system pressure for visual monitoring. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$350.14$431.85
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242216 outlet body forms the discharge port housing, making it essential for Lincoln pump outlet assemblies. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$389.39$480.26
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a bushing tube, the Lincoln 242221 lines the bore to guide the plunger or piston rod. Engineered for Lincoln pump bore assemblies. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$441.17$544.13
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242226 plate from Lincoln provides a structural or sealing surface within the pump. It fits into Lincoln pump assemblies. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$105.56$130.19
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This O-ring seal (Lincoln 242229) provides static or dynamic sealing between mating surfaces. Use it in Lincoln pump, valve, and fitting assemblies. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$19.82$24.44
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242231 lube cup provides a small reservoir that gravity-feeds lubricant to a bearing, making it essential for Lincoln point-of-use lubrication. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$41.08$50.66
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a pump tube, the Lincoln 242232 forms the cylinder bore where the piston operates. Engineered for Lincoln pump assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$286.88$353.83
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 242237 bushing tube from Lincoln lines the bore to guide the plunger or piston rod. It fits into Lincoln pump bore assemblies. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$209.08$257.87
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 242245 connecting rod links the air motor to the fluid section of the pump, making it essential for Lincoln pump drive trains. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$76.14$93.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a O-ring seal, the Lincoln 242260 provides static or dynamic sealing between mating surfaces. Engineered for Lincoln pump, valve, and fitting assemblies. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$2.70$3.33
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.