dispositivo de lubrificação e cobertura protetora para um dispositivo de lubrificação

A lubrication device is provided comprising a lubricant container (1) for containing a lubricant, an outlet opening and an adjustable release mechanism. The outlet opening is provided at a first end of the lubricant container (1) for releasing the lubricant. The adjustable release mechanism comprises, at a second end of the lubricant container (1), an insert (5) which is rotatable relative to the lubricant container (1) for setting a release rate of the lubricant. The lubrication device (1) further comprises a protective cap (6) comprising a hard cover (7). The hard cover (7) covers the insert (5) and the second end of the lubricant container (1). The hard cover (7) has a smooth outer surface and an inner surface comprising engaging means (9) for engaging with the insert (5), such that the protective cap (6) is rotatable together with the insert.