Synthetic lubricants engineered to improve the functionality, reliability, and longevity of chassis related automotive components, most notably steering and suspension systems although we a superb pedigree and level of success in steering mechanism lubrication. An insight into the typical chassis component lubrication applications:
Ball Joints. Tight-fitting, ball-and-socket designs are subject to dynamic motion in almost every direction. Lubricants within the ball joint must be able to withstand extreme environmental conditions, engine heat, jolts on rough surfaces, and continuous micro-motion on smooth roads. Contemporary ball joints are designed without grease fittings, so the initial fill must provide lifetime lubrication. Wide temperature, water and salt water resistant synthetic greases are recommended. Product suggestion – Fluorocarbon Gel 880.
Shock Absorbers & Struts. Contemporary suspension systems can be customised as never before. Yet at low temperatures, traditional shock absorber fluid may become too viscous to pass though the valves that control the fluid level and adjusts the stiffness of the suspension. A very low viscosity synthetic fluid with temperature range to -60°C is recommended for servicing adjustable suspension systems.
Struts – Nye Synthetic Oil 148G
Jounce Bumper – Fluorocarbon Gel 880 & Rheolube 393
Brakes. Bearings, pistons, and lead screws in anti-lock braking systems are constantly exposed to brake fluid. EPDM rubber seals and O-rings also pose potential compatibility problems when exposed to some synthetic oils and greases. Silicone and polyglycol greases provide the compatibility, wear protection, and temperature requirements to meet the demands in these applications.
Parking Brake Cable – Fluorocarbon Gel 990A
Brake Caliper Pins – Fluorocarbon Gel 990A
ABS Bearings & Pistons – UniFlor 8512
Stabiliser bushings must maintain a tight fit with the stabiliser bar and control arms, while exposed to high under bonnet temperatures. Such temperatures combined with constant changes in force and stress tend to dry the rubber. Silicone greases can be used for these bushings, offering material compatibility, superior water washout characteristics and aiding in assembly.
Stabiliser Bushings – Fluorocarbon Gel 880
Steering – go to the steering category.
Take a look the automotive chassis related articles below, including theory, videos and product selection help.
General purpose and lubricants cannot withstand the temperature requirements of braking applications and are not compatible with most materials used in a braking materials utilised in a braking system. At elevated temperatures these lubricants will burn or oxidise, adding debris to the braking components which will most likely accelerate wear…
We have a number of base oils to select from when formulating a grease. Quite often the first way to start the product selection process is ruling out grease that doesn’t have the temperature capability that is required in your application. The chart featured on this page gives the reader…
There are a variety lubricant additives that we have the ability to include in our grease formulations. Note that we describe our additives, we use terminology relating to the benefit of the additive rather than than giving details of the chemical way in which the benefit is achieved; we don’t…
The purpose of the Pour Point test is to help define the lowest operating temperature for an oil. During this relatively simple test, the temperature is slowly reduced and it is noted at what point the fluid becomes too viscous to flow. Some times Pour Point is referred to as…
The grease range we offer uses a wide variety of thickener systems. The various characteristics of the thickener (also known as gellant – US terminology) gives the ability of our grease formulators to meet the challenges faced by our customers. Formulating a grease generally involves balancing the pros and cons…
The Silicone oil family is a group of synthetic polymers that combine an inorganic silicon-oxygen backbone with organic side chains, which can include methyl, phenyl and trifluoropropyl. Variations on the chemical structure affect the properties. Silicones are also called Polysiloxanes. Poly(dimethylsiloxane) are the most common silicone used commercially. PAO summary:…
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is a fluorocarbon-based polymer which has the appearance of a white powder but the particle size varies from micron to sub-micron; final particle size depends on the milling process. The polymerisation process controls the molecular weight of PTFE and the density is approximately 2.2 g/ml. PTFE has a…
Polyalphaolefin (PAO) oils are stable, lubricious fluids that are compatible with most plastics and elastomers. PAO oils are considered a great replacement for petroleum based products, are used in countless applications and industry sectors. PAO summary: Temperature range of -60 to 125°C Relatively low cost Excellent wear reduction Good plastic/elastomer…
What constitutes a grease? There are three main components that make a grease, base oil, thickener (sometimes called gellent) and an additive package. Making a grease is thought to be like extreme cooking and in the video, we tried to give an insight into the almost bewildering options and permutations…
Why should you choose a grease rather than an oil, if you have the choice? There are some simple or practical reasons and some more chemical advantages. First and foremost, a grease will ‘stay in place’. How good a grease is at staying where it has been applied is down…
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