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Industrial Lubricating Oils

Industrial lubricating oils are liquid formulations that separate moving surfaces, carry heat and transport contaminants towards filters or sumps. Base oil and additives provide the viscosity, oxidation stability, corrosion protection and water-handling behaviour needed by gearboxes, hydraulic systems, compressors, turbines and circulating equipment.

Key facts

Common types
Gear oil, Hydraulic oil, Circulating oil, Compressor oil, Turbine oil, Spindle oil
Materials
Mineral base oil, Polyalphaolefin synthetic oil, Polyalkylene glycol, Ester base oil, Anti-wear additives, Corrosion inhibitors
Used in
Industrial gearboxes, Hydraulic presses, Air compressors, Turbines, Machine spindles, Paper mills

Types

  • Gear oil
  • Hydraulic oil
  • Circulating oil
  • Compressor oil
  • Turbine oil
  • Spindle oil

Materials

Applications

  • Industrial gearboxes
  • Hydraulic presses
  • Air compressors
  • Turbines
  • Machine spindles
  • Paper mills

What to send for a quote

  • ISO viscosity grade
  • oil classification
  • base oil type
  • equipment duty
  • pack size

Questions about industrial lubricating oils

What should I send to identify industrial lubricating oils?

Send ISO viscosity grade, oil classification, base oil type, equipment duty, pack size. Provide the equipment manual requirement and current oil data rather than matching only a broad description such as hydraulic or gear oil. A clear photograph, drawing or readable reference can resolve details that dimensions alone do not show.

How should I select industrial lubricating oils?

Choose viscosity and formulation from component design, speed, load, temperature, water exposure, seal compatibility and drain interval. Confirm the mating parts and operating environment before ordering, since an apparently similar size can use a different profile, material or internal arrangement.

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