Lubricants for Steam Turbine Governor Control The Problem Turbine cam shaft or valve lift bar anti-friction bearings, bushings, and gears using conventional lubricants wear, fail, or lock up over time. This causes excessive clearance, rough response, and potential seizing of the governor control, resulting in: • Operational Issues – Turbine downtime – Loss of steam feed control • Maintenance Issues – Increased maintenance effort and cost –

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