Compressors create energy sources by mechanically increasing the pressure of air, refrigerant gases, or other chemical gases. Pressurized gases serve as important energy transfer media for many applications. Using the correct and high-quality oil is vital for the system’s efficiency and longevity. The selection of compressor oil depends on the type of compressor, the type of gas being compressed, and the expected service life of the oil.

Types of compressors:

• Screw, piston, vane, and rotary compressors

• Reciprocating compressors

• Centrifugal compressors

• Hermetic compressors

• Mobile application (MAC) compressors (such as vehicle refrigeration compressors)

• Vacuum and diffusion pumps

Types of compressed gases:

• Air

• LNG, LPG, and other chemical gases

• Refrigerant gases:
  – CFCs (R12, R502)
  – HCFCs (R22, R123, R124, R401a, R401b, R408a, R409a)
  – HFCs (R23, R134a, R404a, R407c, R410a, R410b, R417a, R422a, R422d, R427a, R507, R507a)
  – HFOs and HFO blends (R1234yf, R1234ze)
  – Ammonia (NH3) (R717)
  – Carbon Dioxide (CO2) (R744)
  – Hydrocarbons (Butane R600, Isobutane R600a, Propane R290, Propylene R1270)

Compressor oils are produced with advanced technologies and in a variety of types to meet the lubrication requirements of all kinds of compressors.

GENERAL PROPERTIES

• Low tendency to form carbon deposits on valves

• Exceptional oxidation and thermal stability

• Effective protection against rust and corrosion

• Compatibility with sealing elements in the system

• Non-foaming in compressors

• High load-carrying capacity to prevent wear

• Rapid separation from water and moisture (demulsibility)

• Excellent low-temperature performance

AIR COMPRESSOR OILS

SYNTHETIC GAS COMPRESSOR OILS

VACUUM AND DIFFUSION PUMP OILS

REFRIGERATION COMPRESSOR OILS