Oak Palm Base 1500 – Oak Chemicals

High performance trimethylolpropane complex ester lubricant base fluid

Oak Palm Base 1500 is an ISO 150, low viscosity, Group V, trimethylolpropane complex ester with superior lubricating proprieties, high viscosity index, excellent hydrolytic and oxidative stability. Synthesized from natural oils, Oak Palm Base 1500 is renewable and biodegradable.

Typical Characteristics

Measurement	Unit	Typical value
Visual appearance		Clear liquid
Density @ 20°C	g/ml	0.940
Kinematic viscosity @ 40°C	mm²/s	150
Viscosity index		184
Acid value	mg KOH/g	1.0
Saponification value	mg KOH/g	184
Iodine value	gl/100g	84
Hydroxyl value	mg KOH/g	12
Cloud point	°C	-18
Pour point	°C	-30
Flash point (COC)	°C	328
Oxidation stability (RBOT)	Minutes	28
Renewability	%	100
Biodegradability OECD 301B	%	100 – 12 day period

Features and benefits

Features	Benefit
Biodegradability	Compliance with local environment regulation
Effective at low treat rates	Efficient formulations
Good lubricity	Improved surface finish, increased efficiency
High viscosity index	Temperature stability
High flash point	Safer operation
Hydrolytic stability	Longer life, increased productivity
Low misting	Healthier operation environment
High renewability content	Reduced impact on limited natural resources

Applications and recommended uses

Oak Chemicals recommends this product is used at the following typical treat rates:

Greases: 5-90%
Hydraulic fluid: up to 98%
Gear oil: up to 96%
Chainsaw chain oil: up to 96%

Sales and technical support

With experience working with lubricant industry formulators, Oak Chemicals technical specialists are able to offer expertise and support in selecting the most effective products for your application. For further or advice, please contact your local Oak Chemicals sales office or send an email to management@oakchemicals.com

For complete safety, health, personnel protection and first aid information, refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) which can be requested by website or phone Oak Chemicals.