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Synfluid PAOs provide outstanding improvements in oxidation stability, volatility, water separability and viscometrics, greatly improving oil and hardware longevity. Rotary screw compressor oils formulated with PAO offer performance benefits not obtainable with a mineral-oil-based formulation. Synfluid PAOs are designed to provide stable viscosities at low temperature and excellent viscometrics and deliver oxidative stability. Synfluid PAOs have been carefully designed to yield oxidative induction times greater than 2,500 minutes with 0.5 percent antioxidant. Adobe InDesign CS6 (Macintosh) @0NI$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$'I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$L$I$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$IJI$RI$I%)ekvEJX'I$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJL'I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI2tI%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RI$I%)$IJI$RID4>))I$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I$JRI$I$$I)I*4V~u. Polyalphaolefins (PAO)-60 to 125 C Stable, lubricious fluids compatible with most plastics and elastomers. Some specifications have a low-temperature MRV requirement. 177 0 obj From then on, the company introduced 1-dodecene-based PAOs in 1995, which have grown steadily in popularity. There are other advantages, such as oxidative and thermal stability, which you would naturally expect from a PAO-based product. They're found in everyday food and available as supplements. The direct feedstock (normal alpha olefin - NAO) is produced through the chain growth and displacement process for producing petrochemically pure alpha olefins. Chemical Compatibility Guide; what chemicals to use; guide for chemical uses; general guideline for pump material selection; material chemical compatibility 0000036029 00000 n
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When PAO 5 and PAO 7 are compared to equiviscous blends of other PAOs, the volatility advantage can be seen more clearly. polyalphaolefin compatibility chart. The latest news, content and events about our company, initiatives, markets and products. Due to this incompatibility with many but not all PAG lubricants, system change-outs from mineral oil to PAG-based lubricants may be costlier and take additional time. PAOs on the other hand are derived from a clearly defined processing technology using petrochemically pure alpha olefins. 0000135615 00000 n
PAO basestocks using conventional catalysts are commercially produced in five low-viscosity grades and two high-viscosity grades to a maximum viscosity of 100 centistokes (cSt) at 100C. Furthermore, the advantages of exceeding the minimum requirements for driveline fluids will enhance the benefits of the finished lubricant. According to analysis conducted by Kline & Co., more than 78% of all lubricant requirements in the world annually are met with the use of mineral oil-based fluids. Great question! As the chart above shows, lower-viscosity oils can be made without sacrificing low volatility by using PAO base oils. trailer
PAOs are the most common synthetic basestock used in industrial and automotive lubricants. Since this can be achieved without sacrificing hydrolytic stability, the finished lubricant will maintain superior properties over an extended period of time, resulting in less waste. Polyalphaolefin (PAO) is manufactured through a synthetic chemical process that originates from ethylene. Conversely, if you reduce the temperature, the reaction rate decreases and the oil lasts longer, providing better protection. Furthermore, thermal conductivity at 300F for PAO 6 is 0.085 compared to 0.071 Btuft/(hft2F) for an equiviscous mineral oil, which means that the PAO can conduct 20percent more heat than the mineral oil for better heat dissipation. We make the petrochemical solutions found in products of all kinds with purpose, collaboration and care. Were a company with deep-rooted values, and were looking for people like you to join our team. PAOs are uniquely suited to aviation hydraulics because of the inherently high flash/fire points and low volatility. The first step is the synthesis of oligomers (polymers with few repeating monomer units) from the linear alpha-olefin. 0000004340 00000 n
The mineral oil has both lighter and heavier molecular weight materials. This resistance to fire and flame propagation improves the margin of safety in the event of a hydraulic leak. High temperatures can thin and break down oil, crippling its lubricating ability, whereas low temperatures can rob a lubricant of its ability to reach critical parts. 178 0 obj PAOs demonstrate advantages in three key areas: safety, performance and environmental sensitivity. The table below shows a comparison of conventional hydraulic oils with the new PAO biobased lubricant from RLI. As oil volatilizes, the viscosity increase will result in poorer overall performance. In addition to meeting current limits, a lower viscosity will reduce energy consumption. Refined mineral oils often contain sulfurs, aromatics and other compounds that can erode the quality and consistency of a mineral oil. Entergy Grows Revenue, Increases Customer Satisfaction with Value-Added Services, Flexible & Reliable: Optimal performance amid variable power generation, AI in Renewables: The Secrets to Successfully Scaling a Diversified Fleet. The information listed in parentheses is D-1418 nomencalture, common acronyms or common trade names. Group V oils also include esters and naphthenic oils. Polyalphaolefin Characteristics polyalphaolefin compatibility chart Posted by . You would expect the viscosity to improve with a lower pour point, but the opposite is true. To correctly identify what type of fluid is needed, the end-user must know the minimum lubricant requirements for that piece of equipment. Jun 09 Comentarios desactivados en polyalphaolefin compatibility chart. It is true there are many high-quality base oils around, but the highest quality is still achieved when Synfluid PAOs are chosen. The use of synthetic or man-made lubricants in various industrial and automotive applications are becoming commonplace and continues to expand into applications where only mineral oil-based fluids had been used. 0000031839 00000 n
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Lowering torque reduces the energy requirements of the equipment and improves grease distribution. Polyphenols are a complicated group of plant-based chemicals. End-users must first select a lubricant based upon its intended application, such as engine oil, transmission oil, hydraulic oil, wire rope lubricant, electric motor grease, etc. It is a synthetic hydrocarbon (SHC) that mimics the best hydrocarbon (branched, non-ring) structure found in mineral oils and so corrects for many disadvantages of using mineral oil lubricants, including poor low-temperature fluidity, poor viscosity index, sludge deposits, and high volatility. The lower volatility of Synfluid PAOs 5, 7 and 9 enhances the benefits for the highest quality lubricant. In addition to the low temperature performance demonstrated by CCS, the volatility and viscosity index of the PAO 5 and 7 blend are improved over traditional PAO 6. Additives will increase the overall viscosities; however, PAO base oil leaves plenty of room for meeting specifications. There are several systems where we have observed a reduction in the operating temperature compared to mineral oils, including transmissions, engines and heat transfer applications. Because of this extensive chemical compatibility, which spans considerable concentration and temperature ranges, . You bet! Specifically, soybean-derived oils or other bio-derived oils alone would not meet some oxidative stability and low-temperature performance requirements. However, PAGs and PAOs are two totally different chemical types of synthetic base stocks. The chart below illustrates how Chevron Phillips Chemical has come up with an economical solution to a VW T-4 engine test. Low-viscosity Synfluid PAOs are both NSF H1 and HX-1 registered. CHEMICAL RESISTANCE CHART. Please dont hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions! When you compound this with difficult operating conditions, such as extreme temperatures, high loads or extended operations, a high-quality base oil may be necessary. The chart below shows specific properties of four of our PAO grades that are well-suited to metalworking applications. xref
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We agree, deciphering the requirements that allow you to identify your products as eco-friendly such as the upcoming BioPreferred label can be mind-boggling! Challenges like these truly reveal the performance advantages of Synfluid PAOs. However, Group III base stocks are derived from multiple feedstock choices and processing technologies, which create variability in the properties. Adobe PDF Library 10.0.1 Chevron Phillips Chemical offers two lines of PAOs. The higher the coefficient, the greater the change in viscosity at elevated pressures. However, PAOs can help. This same technology can also be beneficial for biobased gear lubricants, chain and cable lubricants/greases, and other applications for equipment used in sensitive environmental areas. These requirements or specifications will generally identify or recommend a product type (mineral oils, synthetic fluids, or bio-based fluids) and the proper performance requirements (developed into the lubricant by the component chemistry) to allow the machinery to run at an optimum level. However, not all synthetic lubricants are created equal. Our unique PAO 2.5cSt further improves flash/fire points by as much as 10 percent over other commercial polyalphaolefins. This process creates a polymer backbone where oxygen is every third atom, which gives PAG basestocks their distinctive chemical attributes and allows formulators to synthesize various combinations of starters and monomers (block, random, and homopolymer) to create custom basestock types for specific applications. !DOaBADOaB&=&=U!z Our customers quickly realized the advantages in volatility, low-temperature viscometrics, VI and flash and fire points in equiviscous blends compared to 1-decene-based materials. In our experience, some commercially available additive packages are designed to take better advantage of a specific base stock. 0000036915 00000 n
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And we pioneered and patented our unique C12-based PAOs in the 1990s. Give us a call. Polyalphaolefins offer great high temperature properties and low volatility. esters or alkylated naphthalenes) to improve their solvency and deposit control. With regard to performance, PAOs are able to maintain excellent thermal and oxidative stability at high operating temperatures in addition to the low-temperature benefits for which they are known. We believe that it is possible to achieve a passing mark with even lower amounts of PAO, further reducing costs. B = Good, Minor Effect, slight corrosion or discoloration C = Fair, Moderate Effect, not recommended for continuous use. Use of PAG-based fluids and lubricants began to extend to other applications, first to quenchants and textile lubricants, then to many other lubricant categories, including anhydrous fire-resistant fluids, gear, compressor, and turbine fluids. 89 0 obj Increased Recreational Boating Activities to Fuel Marine Lubricants Demand in the U.S. Biosynthetic Technologies Announces The Launch Of A New Line Of Oleo Derived Additives For Metalworking Fluid Applications, Fluitec Becomes World's First Industrial Lubricant Company to Achieve B Corp Certification, Unboxing: Mystik JT-9 LeakShield AW Hydraulic Oil, FS9V4 Particle Pal Plus w/ Atten2 Particle Counting & ID Technology, Shell Turbine Oil with Gas To Liquid Technology (Turbo S4 X & GX), Why machines fail and what you can do to prevent it, Developed in the 1930s; first commercial engine oils in 1970s, Made from ethylene gas; still crude oil/natural gas dependent, Higher temperature resistance than mineral oil, PAO up to approximately 160C (320F) continuous service; 270C (520F) intermittent, No wax content, therefore best low temperature of all synthetics (approximately minus 50C to minus 60C or minus 70F), Higher VI (approximately 130 to 140) than mineral oil (nearly 100), Less volatile than mineral oil (higher flash point, less flammable, lower hydrocarbon emissions), Polyalphaolefin base oil not necessarily less wear than mineral base oil (additive-dependent property), Problems very non-polar (low natural solvency, additive solubility, lower lubricity and, Must blend in 5 to 20 percent ester base oil for seal swell, additive solubility and lubricity, Costs four times more than mineral oil, less than other synthetics. ]-]jW|^X^=E^7J3kgI%_9+v}Fwq{r9
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PAG basestocks are synthetic polymers manufactured using a polymerization process that combines monomers ethylene oxide (EO), propylene oxide (PO), and butylene oxide (BO) singly as homopolymers or in combinations to form a growing chain from a nucleophilic starter molecule, commonly an alcohol. Using Chevron Phillips Chemical Synfluid PAOs, OM Group (OMG) has developed a revolutionary new, lower-temperature, abbreviated process for producing greases. Low molecular weight compounds will degrade other performance requirements, such as volatility, flash and fire points. 9 0 obj
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This formulation achieved a 13% benefit when the PAO was directly substituted with Synfluid PAO. endobj These compounds are not discernable in Synfluid PAOs. general guideline for pump material selection Of course, and your options are growing! Polyalphaolefin does not contain ring structures, double bonds, sulphur, nitrogen components or waxy hydrocarbons. Improved equipment efficiency and energy savings. This clearly shows that a PAO base oil substitution can significantly lower operating temperatures of the gear box and extend the required maintenance interval. The dodecene-based products offer lower volatility at comparable viscosities to the decene-based products. Were a company with deep-rooted values, and were looking for people like you to join our team. Meet new original equipment manufacturer and industry standard requirements. The effects of the shear rate differences are even more exaggerated at low-temperature startup conditions, when the lubricant function is critical for equipment protection. Sorry, we couldn't find anything that matched your search, PAO-based lubricants generally resist creep and water washout and offer good lubricity across a variety of substrate material pairings, including metal-to-metal and metal-to-plastic. %%EOF
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For instance, boosting the additive package with an additional 0.4% aminic antioxidant, in combination with the Synfluid PAO base oil, achieved a 35 percent improvement in HPDSC results. Thats a hot topic! These oligomers are distilled and hydrogenated to yield specific molecular weight ranges that meet the viscosity grades that are desired. The results indicate that the CSC 980 Tan grease has a running torque of 3.77 N-m versus 10.9 N-m for the same grease with an alternate base oil. This is especially true when you consider the entire operating temperature range including startup. Level of maintenance and labor available. <<264FCCC095A7AD46A42A03D56AD5B96C>]>>
The 2002 U.S. Farm Bill Act mandates government agencies to purchase environmentally safe, biobased (vegetable oil) lubricants. Sustained operations at elevated temperatures increase the rate of oxidation and other degradation reactions.
Adobe InDesign CS6 (Macintosh) They are also employed as base fluids in some wide temperature range greases. Synthetic lubricants can be very different chemically and what defines those differences are the basestocks used as the basis for the lubricant. PAOs derived from 1-dodecene can improve many properties, including volatility. The chart below shows how Synfluid PAOs can help meet these challenges with the excellent volatility properties of our PAO 5, 7 and 9 cSt grades. 0000001493 00000 n
The more similar in polarity the lubricants are, the more similar they will behave in the properties mentioned. 1 . application/pdf <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Thumb 158 0 R/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 792.0 612.0]/Type/Page>> These properties translate into easier distribution of the grease and improved energy efficiency in the equipment. Certainly! Furthermore, PAOs are H-1 approved for incidental food contact and have good organoleptic properties, which broaden the range of end-use applications for metals.