Nowadays, many sprockets are made of stainless steel. In order to ensure the performance of stainless steel sprockets, cleaning must be done, otherwise they may be worn or damaged. Stainless steel sprockets are often used in bicycles, motorcycles and some transmissions. Equipment, this article briefly introduces some sprocket cleaning methods.
When using the bicycle in rainy days or in relatively humid weather, pay attention to the cleanliness of the sprocket and chain. Although stainless steel chains generally will not affect their performance due to rain, there are generally many impurities in the rain, especially some mud. It will enter the stainless steel sprocket, and it will be worn out during use, and the teeth may be broken or loose after a long time.
When cleaning the sprocket chain, wipe it with a clean and dry cloth. Part of the cloth can only scrape off a part of the outer sprocket. In some places, the toothbrush cannot be used to match it, so the stainless steel chain wheels are kept clean.
When cleaning the stainless steel sprocket, don’t forget to clean the gears. Add appropriate amount of lubricating oil to some parts of the top. It is best not to clean with chemicals to avoid corrosion of the chain and cause disconnection. But it can be cleaned with soap and water. But it can't be washed too much.
How long can the performance of the stainless steel sprocket be maintained? The maintenance work is very close to avoid damage to the mechanical equipment parts, which can make the equipment use longer.
