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Priolube™ 3988

Priolube 3988 is an ISO 100 oxidatively stable, biodegradable and hydrolytically stable ester. It is also featured on the LuSC list.

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Product details
Chemistry Ester - Saturated polyol ester
Functions
  • Ester base oil
  • Lubricity additive
Applications
  • Chain oils 180-300°C
  • Greases
  • Hydraulic fluids EAL - HEES
  • Industrial gear oils
  • Two stroke engine oils
Features and benefits

  • Good lubricity - Increased efficiency, lower wear
  • High flash point - Safer operation
  • High renewability content - Reduced impact on limited natural resources
  • High thermal and oxidative stability - Improved in-service operation, longer life
  • Hydrolytically stable - Longer life, increased productivity
  • Low volatility - Reduced product maintenance

Suggestions for Use

  • Chain oils – 180-300°C: up to 98%
  • Environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids: up to 98%
  • Greases: 10 - 90%
  • Industrial gear oils: up to 98%
  • Two stroke engine oils: 30 – 55%

Global Inventory Compliance
Please consult the MSDS (section 15) or contact us for information regarding Global Inventory Compliance (eg REACH).
Regulatory
  • European Ecolabel (LuSC list)
  • USDA Biopreferred
Typical Properties
Property Units Value
Acid Value mgKOH/g
Colour gardner
Density
Hydroxyl Value mgKOH/g
Iodine Value gl/100g
Kinematic viscosity @ 40°C mm2/s
Kinematic viscosity @ 100°C mm2/s
Pour Point °C
Renewability %
Viscosty Index  
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Lubricants Product & Application Guide

Discover our full range of functional components that deliver superior performance and tailored solutions for automotive, industrial and marine lubricants. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation; our products add value, impart demonstrable effects and reduce environmental impact.

Language: English | Type: Brochure | Size: 6171kb

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European Ecolabel for Lubricants Brochure

Offering the broadest range of oleochemical esters, we combine high performace with environmental compliance. Review our product recommendations for EAL and EALS, ISO 22 - ISO 1000 lubricants and the full table of properties for each of our esters on the LuSC list.

Language: English | Type: Brochure | Size: 3162.07kb

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Priolube 3988

Language: English | Type: Data Sheet | Size: 284kb

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EU Ecolabel For Lubricants White Paper

This document summarises the changes to Ecolabel from 1st January 2020 and details the list of products that are on the LuSC list.

Language: English | Type: Papers and Articles | Size: 273.52kb

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We are a world leading supplier of ester base oils and performance additives for lubricants. Our combination of innovative solutions and application expertise help our customers improve fuel economy, reduce emissions, extend oil drain intervals, improve durability and increase productivity to meet current and future performance needs..

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