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Lubrication of electric motor bearings

Should you lubricate bearings in outrunner type brushless motors? If so, what type oil should be used?

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Lubrication of electric motor bearings

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Jan 08, 2009
 Lubrication of electric motor bearings
by: Pete

It's not absolutely necessary, but it will prolong motor life. If you are going to do it, a light grade of oil should be used. Model railway oil is good, and sewing machine or beard-trimmer oil also works. Don't use lubricating sprays though, such as WD40, they are not viscous enough.

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