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Lubricants and fluids for all types of air compressors

Air compressors of all types, including centrifugal and reciprocating units, rely on premium lubricants to enhance efficiency and durability.

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Lubricants for reciprocating compressors, rotary screw compressors and centrifugal units used in oil & gas

 

Selection depends on the operational environment, discharge pressures and associated temperatures.

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Technician with sample - Aircol SN Range

Aircol SN range

Diester based synthetic lubricants with excellent oxidation resistance and low carbon forming tendency which are intended for crankcase and cylinder lubrication of reciprocating air compressors operating at high compression ratios and high discharge temperatures.
Aircol SR range-Testing in laboratory

Aircol SR range

Ester-free synthetic compressor lubricants formulated to give long life in oil flooded rotary screw compressors. Castrol Aircol SR grades are formulated with polyalphaolefin (PAO) base fluids and incorporate an additive system which gives outstanding oxidation stability.
Close up of chemist-Aircol PD range

Aircol PD range

Ashless compressor lubricants based on highly refined mineral oils for use in both reciprocating and rotary compressors, bearings and gears in rotary compressors, especially the oil flooded screw type.