Pour Point test (ASTM D-97)

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 Pouring Point.

Here is a screen grab from a Technical Data Sheet showing the Pour Point/Pouring Point for a Polyalphaolefin (PAO) base oil:

This particular base oil as a Pour Point of -65°C

Packaging and Dispensing Reference

5gram tube overview

Much of our grease range is available in a 5gram tube. The 5gram tube is small and so more suitable for field service kits and aftermarket use. The 5gram tubes have a screw cap lid and already have a 1.52mm (0.06inch) hole/orifice at the end of the nozzle. The nozzle can…

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Vintage Microscope Restoration-Case Study

Some things were made to last, this is definitely the case with this vintage 1960’s microscope. Purchased as a renovation project, a customer got in contact to solve a focus rack mechanism problem. A helical rack and pinion gear is used as a focus mechanism; the original manufacturers grease had…

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ATV winch switch repair and relubrication-Case Study

ATVs endure harsh conditions, which put the machine and individual components to the test. The electrical components on an ATV are chosen for their durability and often are protected by Ingress Protection (IP) rated enclosures. Given enough time, it’s likely that with enough water, salt, dust, dirt, thermo cycling and…

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How often should AC612/21 be agitated?

There are many advantages to using the LIP Antifriction Coating products but there are some important process related challenges that need to be considered by customers/users. One of the common issues is the separation or settlement of the fluid/liquid like products within the range. The AC612/21 antifriction product is the…

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Overview of the switch grease range

Selecting the proper synthetic switch grease for a specific switch application can be a challenge. Very subtle differences in synthetic grease formulations can make a big difference and these formulation decisions are sometimes counter-intuitive. Also when selecting a switch grease, note that the viscosity of the base oil should complement…

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Grease thickener characteristics

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…

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