What This Cart Does
This 60L lubrication cart is a complete mobile oil station: a powder-coated steel frame, a drum cradle, and a 5:1 air-operated pump in one unit. Load a drum, connect shop air, and wheel the cart to whatever needs oil. A hose and nozzle deliver oil under control, replacing funnels and heavy lifting.
The cradle also accepts 20L drums, so one cart covers small top-ups and full-drum dispensing. Four full-swivel casters let it move sideways between lifts and benches on a crowded floor.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Drum size | 60L (also fits 20L) |
| Air inlet | 5-8 bar (70-115 psi) |
| Max output | 40 bar (580 psi) |
| Flow rate | Up to 14 L/min |
| Pump ratio | 5:1 |
| Frame | Powder-coated steel |
| Wheels | 4 full-swivel casters |
| Rated capacity | 200 lb total weight |
| Standard hose | 6 feet |
How the 5:1 Ratio Works
The pump multiplies your shop air pressure by five, and the arithmetic is direct. At the low end of the inlet range, 5 bar x 5 = 25 bar of oil pressure. A common shop supply of 6 bar gives 6 bar x 5 = 30 bar. At the rated maximum inlet of 8 bar, 8 bar x 5 = 40 bar, which is the output ceiling of the unit. You set the working point by regulating the air supply inside the 5-8 bar (70-115 psi) window.
That reserve pressure is what pushes thick gear oil through the 6-foot hose without stalling, and up to 14 L/min of flow keeps larger fills short. For pump internals and selection details, see the 5:1 air-operated double-acting universal oil pump page.
Where a Mobile Cart Fits
Pick a cart when the oil has to go to the machine rather than the machine to the oil:
- Auto and truck shops: engine oil changes, differential and gearbox service right at the lift.
- Production floors: scheduled top-ups of sumps and gearboxes across the building.
- Fleet and agricultural yards: seasonal servicing of equipment that stays outdoors.
The cart handles the usual shop fluids: motor oils, hydraulic fluids, gear oils, and transmission fluids. If you are weighing pump types for a fixed setup, the oil pump overview maps the main families, and the air-operated grease pump page covers the pneumatic grease-side options. For help matching a cart to your drum size and fluid list, send us your application details.
What Is in the Box
- Steel cart frame with powder-coat finish
- Air-operated pump, 5:1 ratio
- Dispensing hose (6 feet) and nozzle
- Air connection fittings
- Mounting hardware
- Operating instructions
Setup is simple: connect the air line, seat the drum, and attach the pump suction.
Limits and Safe Use
Four honest constraints come with this cart:
- Clean between oil types. Flush the pump and hose when switching fluids, or residue in the line will contaminate the next fill.
- 200 lb is the whole load. That rating includes the drum, the oil inside it, and anything else on the frame. Overloading risks tipping and caster damage.
- Push slowly when full. A loaded 60L drum carries real momentum. Avoid ramps, thresholds, and fast corners, and keep the cart on level ground while dispensing.
- Check air fittings monthly. Inspect the air line connections once a month as routine care. This is a maintenance baseline, not a service-life promise.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I choose a mobile cart over a fixed pump station or a manual pump?
Pick a fixed station when one dispensing point serves high daily volume, and a manual or bucket pump when jobs are occasional, small, and far from air. The cart sits between: drum-sized oil use spread across several machines or bays, with shop air available.
Will my air compressor run it?
If it delivers a regulated 5-8 bar (70-115 psi), yes. Most workshop compressors fall inside that window.
How much output pressure do I actually get?
Multiply the inlet pressure by five. With 6 bar of shop air you get 30 bar at the outlet; the maximum is 40 bar at an 8 bar inlet.
Which fluids can it dispense?
Motor oils, hydraulic fluids, gear oils, and transmission fluids. Clean the pump and hose before switching fluid types so the next fill stays uncontaminated.
Does it accept 20L drums?
Yes. The cradle is sized for 60L and also fits 20L drums, handy for seasonal or low-volume fluids.
How far can I reach from the cart?
The standard dispensing hose is 6 feet, covering work right beside the machine. Ask about longer hose options when you order.
Is it easy to move with a full drum?
The four full-swivel casters turn the cart in place on smooth concrete. Respect the 200 lb total rating and avoid ramps and thresholds with a full drum aboard.
Can it pump grease?
No, this is an oil dispensing unit. For grease from a drum, an air-operated grease pump is the right tool.
What maintenance does it need?
Keep the frame and pump clean, check the air connections monthly, and follow the pump’s operating instructions.
Who supplies this cart?
This cart comes from IsoHiTech Lubrication Systems, a company founded in 2023, engineering since 2006. Email inquiry@isohitech.com or contact us for a quote with your drum size and fluid list.
