Silly little question

[Tomc938]

So we all have these "ball oil" spots on our machinery.


What is the proper oiler for them called? I confess I have been using a hypodermic needle to sneak oil past the ball, but I'm sure there must be something that actually is made for these fittings. What do they look like/are they called?

Thanks!

 

[trlvn]

See:

Style GB Ball Valve Oiler: Gits Mfg.

Discover Gits Style GB Ball Valve Oiler providing durable, easily assembled protection requiring minimum top clearance.

www.gitsmfg.com

AIUI, you want a pump-style oil can with a nozzle that tapers to just slightly smaller than the diameter of the opening. Press down on the ball to create a seal and then pump in the oil. The pressure of the oil will push the ball down further and allow the oil to flow in.

Craig

 

[lucsimoneau]

Look for Zerk fitting oiler ... many types are available.

 

[FatherWes]

Found this convenient thread…

Thread 'Oil can for use with ball oilers'

Feb 11, 2021

I have a "trigger squeeze" oil can that is kind of a leaking, drooling mess and it just gets worse when I try to force oil into ball oilers on my lathe and I end up with more oil on me and the floor than I do in any ball oiler.
Any one got one they like for this job ?
TIA

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