Key Features
- Compact body for tight machinery spaces: 140 x 90 x 80 mm, 0.6 kg empty
- 0.5L or 1L transparent reservoir for at-a-glance level checks
- 6V DC battery power (4xAA) or 12V DC hardwire option
- Dial controller for interval and dosage adjustment
- Quick-mount bracket with vibration-dampening pads
- Dust-protected enclosure with optional breather filter cap
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Reservoir Capacity | 0.5L / 1L (transparent) |
| Max Pressure | 15 MPa |
| Power Supply | 6V DC (4xAA batteries) or 12V DC hardwire |
| Dosage per Cycle | 0.05 – 2 ml |
| Interval Range | 1 min – 48 h |
| Dimensions | 140 x 90 x 80 mm |
| Weight | 0.6 kg (empty) |
| Lubricant Type | Light oil, 32 to 150 cSt |
Where a Mini Oiler Fits
This unit serves single, light-duty chains: small conveyors in packaging and labeling machines, printing press chain drives, textile machinery, woodworking feed chains, and motorcycle chains on commercial fleet bikes. At 140 x 90 x 80 mm and 0.6 kg empty, it mounts where full-size oilers cannot fit. For heavier chains, higher-viscosity lubricants, or multi-mode control, step up to the electric automatic chain oiler; the chain lubrication overview maps both against manual methods.
Setting Interval and Dosage
The dial controller sets the interval from 1 minute to 48 hours and the dosage from 0.05 ml to 2 ml per cycle. Start with small, frequent doses rather than large, infrequent ones: the chain stays evenly wetted and less oil drips off. Watch the chain, increase the dosage until a thin film is visible without dripping, and re-check after the first week. The transparent reservoir shows consumption at a glance, so settings can be tuned as workload changes.
Power Choices and Practical Limits
Two power options exist. The 6V DC version runs on 4xAA batteries and suits temporary installations and positions with no power near the chain. Battery life depends on your interval and dosage settings: shorter intervals and larger doses drain cells faster, so no single runtime figure applies. For continuous industrial operation, choose the 12V DC hardwire version.
The enclosure protects against dust but is not built for direct water spray; mount it sheltered from jets and add the optional breather filter cap in very dusty areas. The pump is designed for light oil in the 32 to 150 cSt range and develops up to 15 MPa: grease is not supported, and higher-viscosity fluids reduce pump performance. If your point count keeps growing, the central lubrication system guide explains when single-point units stop being practical. For sizing help, send us your chain details.
Installation Notes
The quick-mount bracket bolts on near the lubrication point, and vibration-dampening pads isolate the pump from machine shake. Position the outlet so oil lands on the inside of the lower chain strand, just ahead of sprocket engagement; chain motion then carries oil into the pin and bushing joints.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I choose the mini oiler or the full-size programmable oiler?
Choose the mini for one light chain, simple control needs, and limited mounting space. Step up to the full-size programmable unit when you need cycle-based or sensor-triggered modes, a larger reservoir, fluid grease capability, or higher pressure.
Can the mini oiler pump grease?
No. The micro-pump is designed for light oil in the 32 to 150 cSt range. Grease is not supported, and higher-viscosity fluids reduce pump performance. Applications needing grease should use a larger lubricator.
How long do the batteries last?
It depends on your settings: frequent, large doses drain 4xAA cells faster than occasional small ones, so no single figure applies. For continuous running, use the 12V DC hardwire version.
Is the unit suitable for outdoor or washdown positions?
The enclosure is protected against dust ingress but is not built for direct water spray. Mount it sheltered from jets and rain, and add the optional breather filter cap in very dusty environments.
How do I set the drip rate for my chain?
Start with a short interval and small dosage, then observe the chain over several hours. Increase dosage until a thin, even film is visible without dripping; re-check after the first week.
What oil should I use?
Use a light oil in the 32 to 150 cSt range. In cold environments, stay toward the lower end of that range so the oil flows reliably at start-up.
How compact is the unit?
The unit measures 140 x 90 x 80 mm and weighs 0.6 kg empty, so it fits spaces larger oilers cannot. The 0.5L reservoir keeps the footprint smallest; the 1L extends refill intervals at the same settings.
How is the mini oiler mounted?
A quick-mount bracket bolts on near the lubrication point, and vibration-dampening pads isolate the unit from machine shake. No special tools or re-piping are needed for a typical single-chain installation.
What routine attention does it need?
Watch the oil level through the transparent reservoir and refill before it runs low, keep the breather vent clean, and confirm the tubing stays aimed at the chain. Revisit the settings when workload or season changes.
Who supplies this oiler and how do I order?
This unit is supplied by IsoHiTech Lubrication Systems, founded in 2023, engineering since 2006. Send chain pitch, speed, and power availability to inquiry@isohitech.com or get a sizing recommendation before ordering.
