PPE

Base oil temperature capability information

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…

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Introduction to Polyphenylether (PPE)

Polyphenylethers (PPE) are long chain aromatic ethers that consist of benzene rings (phenyl groups) joined by oxygen atoms. PPEs are ideal for radiation resistant applications, used for example in nuclear power plants and MRI scanners. Polyphenylether summary: Keep in mind that if a Polyphenylether is used as the base oil…

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Lubricants and possible plastic or rubber compatibility issues

If you are trialling the use of a grease or oil in a prototype device then you will appreciate how crucial lubricants can be; extending the functional life of components, improving the tactile feel of customer operated controls…the reasons to include a lubricant are many and well worthwhile. Before you…

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What is grease?

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…

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