High performance ester TMPTO lubricant base fluid

Oak Palm Base 4050 is an ISO 46, low viscosity, Group V, trimethylolpropane ester with superior lubricating proprieties, high viscosity index, excellent hydrolytic and oxidative stability. Synthesized from natural oils, Oak Palm Base 4050 is renewable and biodegradable.

Typical Characteristics

Measurement
Unit
Typical value
Visual appearance
 
Clear liquid
Colour Lovibond
5 1/4″ cell
3.0 – 0.3
Density @ 20°C
g/ml
0.910
Kinematic viscosity @ 40°C
mm2/s
46
Kinematic viscosity @ 100°C
mm2/s
9.5
Viscosity index
  
196
Acid value
mg KOH/g
0.4
Saponification value
mg KOH/g
180
Iodine value
gl/100g
82
Hydroxyl value
mg KOH/g
10
Cloud point
°C
-15
Pour point
°C
-45
Flash point (COC)
°C
318
Oxidation stability (RBOT)
Minutes
17
Weld load (ASTM D-2783)
Kg
200
Last non-seizure load (ASTM D-2783)
Kg
50
Wear scar diameter at 392N (ASTM D-4172)
mm
0.638
Copper Corrosion (ASTM D-130)
 
1b
Foam property
ml/ml
 
Sequence I
 
0/0
Sequence II
 
0/0
Sequence III
 
0/0
C18:1
%
≤ 75
C18:2
%
≥ 13
C18:3
%
<1.0
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%
  • Fire resistant hydraulic fluid: up to 98%
  • Air compressors: up to 99%
  • Metal working fluids – neat and water soluble cutting and grinding: 5-90%
  • Metal working fluids – neat and water soluble drawing and stamping: 5-90%

 

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.
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