Industrial Grease for Superior Machinery Performance
What is an Industrial Grease?
Industrial grease is a high-performance lubricant designed to enhance machinery efficiency, reduce friction, and provide long-lasting protection against wear and tear. Unlike conventional lubricants, industrial grease maintains its consistency under extreme conditions, ensuring continuous lubrication in high-load and high-temperature environments. It is widely used across industries such as manufacturing, construction, automotive, and marine for its superior performance and protective properties.
Types of Industrial Greases
Castrol offers a diverse range of industrial greases formulated for various applications, ensuring optimal machinery performance. These include:
Calcium-Based Grease
Known for its excellent water resistance and superior load-bearing capacity, calcium-based grease is ideal for applications exposed to moisture and high pressure.
Lithium Grease
A widely used multipurpose grease offering high-temperature tolerance and superior mechanical stability.
Polyurea Grease
Suitable for high-temperature applications, providing extended lubrication life and excellent oxidation resistance.
Non-Lithium Grease
Formulated for specialised applications where lithium-based greases may not be suitable, offering alternative performance benefits.
Key Benefits of Using Industrial Grease
Extended Equipment Life
Prevents premature wear and corrosion, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Superior Load Handling
Designed to withstand high loads and extreme pressures.
Enhanced Water Resistance
Protects machinery from water washout, ensuring uninterrupted lubrication.
Consistent Performance
Maintains viscosity and effectiveness under varying temperatures and operating conditions.
Reduced Maintenance Costs
Minimises downtime and repairs, contributing to overall cost savings.
How to Choose the Right Industrial Grease for Your Needs?
Selecting the right industrial grease depends on various factors:
Application Requirements
Consider the operating temperature, load, and environmental conditions.
Base Oil & Additives
Choose between calcium-based, lithium, or non-lithium grease based on specific performance needs.
Water & Heat Resistance
Evaluate exposure to moisture and temperature variations.
OEM Recommendations
Follow manufacturer guidelines for optimal performance.
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Greases
| Product | Thickener | Base oil | NLGI Class |
B.O Viscosity at 40 ° C (mm2/s) |
Operating temp range ( ° C ) |
Application | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High performance multipurpose greases | ||||||||||||||||||
| Optitemp SB 100-1 | Lithium | PAO | 1 | 100 | -40 | 140 | Fully synthetic, high - performance roller bearing grease to prevent corrosion during standstill corrosion ( false brinelling ) | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 100-00 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 00 | 130 | -35 | +140 | Suitable for long - term use in highly "stressed ball and slide bearings as well as expander rollers, bearings of feed rollers on steel rolls and for altyernating bearings or ones subjected to rotation / swive movements. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 100-0 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | O | 130 | -35 | +140 | |||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 100-1 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 1 | 95 | -35 | +140 | |||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 100-2 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 2 | 95 | -35 | +140 | |||||||||||||
| Molub-Alloy 6040 / 460-1.5 | Calcium sulphonate complex | Mineral oil | 1-2 | 460 | -20 | +130 | High - performance grease, recommended for use in slide and roller bearings exposed to high stresses in various industrial sectors. | ||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 6080 / 460-1.5 | Calcium sulphonate complex | Mineral oil | 1-2 | 460 | -20 | 230+ | Used in bearings that are under heavy water or aggressive process fluid. | ||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 777-2 ES | Lithium | Mineral oil | 2 | 950 | -20 | +120 | Greases for high demands in adverse environmental conditions in all types of roller bearings, slide bearings, spindles, joint couplings in the steel or in the construction industry, mining and forestry. | ||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 860 / 220-2 ES | Lithium complex | Mineral oil | 2 | 220 | -20 | +140 | High - performance grease, recommended for use in highly stressed slide and roller bearings at normal to increased operating temperatures. | ||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 860 / 460-1 ES | Lithium complex | Mineral oil | 1 | 460 | -30 | +140 | |||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 860 / 460-2 ES | Lithium complex | Mineral oil | 2 | 460 | -20 | +140 | |||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 870-2 | Lithium | Mineral oil | 2 | 1776 | 0 | +120 | High - performance grease for highly stressed and slow - moving roller bearings. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 400-2 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 2 | 320/460 | -30 | +140 | For use in slide and roller bearings underdifficult conditions, such as high moisture, dust and vibration. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 400-3 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 3 | 320/460 | -20 | +140 | |||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 1350-2.5 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 2.5 | 1350 | -10 | +140 | Developed for the lubrication of slide and roller bearings in mining, the metal-working industry, in rolling mills and port facilities, equipment on ships and oil rigs. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 3020 / 1000-00 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 00 | 1000 | +120 | -40 | Suitable for use in all types of slide and roller bearings, spindles, joint couplings, chassis, cams and general lubrication points which are exposed to high loads and low speeds. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 3020 / 1000-1 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 1 | 1000 | -30 | +120 | |||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 3020 / 1000-2 PD | Lithium | Mineral oil | 2 | 1000 | -40 | +120 | |||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 4020 / 220-2 PD | Lithium complex | Mineral oil | 2 | 220 | -30 | +150 | Multi - purpose greases for highly stressed roller and slide bearings such as in the automotive industry, along with industrial applications requiring a high performance grease. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 4020 / 460-2 PD | Lithium complex | Mineral oil | 2 | 460 | -20 | +150 | |||||||||||||
| High temperature greases | ||||||||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 1000 HT | Organic | PAO / Ester | 1 | 540 | +230 | Developed for bearings, slide ways and guide bushings on conveyor systems in coating furnaces; also suitable for use in rotating cement furnaces as a gas-sealing lubricant. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR HT2 | Silica acid | Mineral oil | 2 | 460/680 | -20 | +160 | For use in long - term lubrication of slide and roller bearings at high operating temperatures as well as normal to moderate bearing pressures. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR PS 2 HT | Polyurea | Mineral oil | 2 | 460 | -25 | +160 | For application in highly stressed slow- moving to medium - moving slide and roller bearings, such as sterilisers in the food industry, eccentric presses, forging presses, continuous casting plants and calender bearings. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR 4747 / 220-2 HT | Lithium complex | PAO / Ester | 2 | 220 | -40 | +160 | For use in slide and roller bearings subjected to high stresses requiring increased anti - wear protection in the boundary and mixed friction range ( briefly up to + 180 ° C ). | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR XT 2 HT | Polyurea | PAO | 2 | 270 | -25 | +180 | High - temperature grease for use in ball and slide bearings; suitable for lubrication bearings running at very high temperatures. | ||||||||||||
| Low temp greases | ||||||||||||||||||
| Molub - Alloy 243 Arctic | Calcium | Mineral oil | 1-2 | 13 | -55 | +80 | For lubricating slide and roller bearings in pumps, motors and transport systems at extremely low temperatures ( up to -55 ° C ). | ||||||||||||
| Optitemp LG 2 | Lithium | PAO | 2 | 46 | -50 | +120 | Specifically for use at low temperatures and in fast - running bearings in the normal temperature range. Very compatible with plastics and elastomers. | ||||||||||||
| Tribol GR TT 1 EP | Lithium / silicic acid | Ester | 1 | 15/22 | -60 | +120 | Suitable in use for slide and roller bearings with moderate bearing pressures. For use in great temperature differences, contains MoS2. | ||||||||||||
