To develop a new type of environmentally friendly solid
lubricant
and expand the high-value utilization of salt lake resources, we prepared
a layered magnesium phosphate (MgHPO4·1.2H2O) eco-friendly lubricant using an improved green hydrothermal synthesis
route in which particle size and morphology were controlled. The tribological
properties of the layered magnesium phosphate samples as additives
in PAO8 calcium-based grease were evaluated using an Optimol SRV-V
oscillating reciprocating tester (hereafter referred to as SRV tester).
Products exhibited excellent friction behavior when added to grease.
When added at 3.0 wt %, the tribological properties of the grease
were improved significantly; the highest operating load was raised
from 400 to 600 N, the wear volume was decreased from 44.98 to 7.50
(10–4 mm3), and friction curves became
more stable and smooth. A possible lubricating mechanism was proposed.
Macro to micro analysis of rubbing surfaces showed that the MgP materials
had a protective effect on the PAO8 calcium-based grease matrix, and
lubricating films were clearly formed on the friction pair surface.