Renewable Lubricants has introduced biodegradable Bio-Fleet Hydraulic Fluids, which perform like synthetics and can be used in frequent oil change environments. These patented formulations meet or exceed common performance protocols including Vickers M-2950-S, Vickers 1-286-5, U.S. Steel 126, and U.S. Steel 127.
Anti-wear performance meets requirements for Vickers 35VQ-25 and V-104C (ASTM D-2882) vane pumps stand tests and exceeds DIN 51524 Part 2 and 3 (HLP/HVLP) load stage 10 that is recommended for vane, piston and gear pumps. Capable of withstanding moisture and rusting in both fresh and sea water, the fluids are for hydraulic equipment operating outside where high moisture and dusty environments are present.
The hydraulic fluids are also formulated to perform in hydraulic systems that require Anti-Wear (AW), anti-rust, anti-oxidation, anti-foam and demulsibility properties. These products are available in ISO 22, ISO 32, ISO 46 and ISO 68 weights to suit a range of fleet, marine and industrial applications such as vane, piston and gear pumps.
Bio-Fleet Hydraulic Fluids meet EPA 21013 Vessel General Permit (VGP) guidelines for Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EALs) and should be used in hydraulic systems where low toxicity, biodegradability and non-bioaccumulation properties are required. They are safe for both the environment and the employees working with and around them. They also have a higher flash point than traditional hydraulic fluids.
Designed for stationary or mobile environments, like balers, compactors or collection vehicles, these super high Viscosity Index (VI) fluids can be used in systems up to 10,000 psi and in systems with ultra-fine filtration. For performance and long life, Renewable Lubricants developed the IsoGreen filtration standard which meets or exceeds the Rexroth pump guidelines for hydraulic fluids. Non-toxic, zinc-free formulations contain no heavy metals. The fluids are for use in all types of hydraulic systems including trash compactors, collection vehicles, balers, compactors, shredders, pumps and other OEM equipment.
With a higher VI than synthetics (Energy Conserving Formulas), Bio-Fleet Hydraulic Fluids support thermal shear stability and load capacity. The extremely low volatility increases the flash and fire safety features. A direct replacement for mineral oil based hydraulic fluids, they are for hydraulic systems where low toxicity, biodegradability and non-bioaccumulation properties are required.
These patented biobased hydraulic fluids are formulated to perform in high- and low-pressure hydraulic systems that require Anti-Wear (AW), anti-rust, anti-oxidation, anti-foam and demulisibility properties. The products pass A and B sequences of the ASTM D-665 Turbine Oil Rust Test. They also provide water separation as shown in the ASTM D-1401 Demulsibility Test. Formulated to provide a long seal life with reduced oil leakage, this environmentally friendly, zinc-free product meets or exceeds high-pressure pump requirements.
Minimal wear was encountered in field studies and in accelerated pump tests using biobased formulations in Denison T-5D, Vickers 20VQ, 35VQ-25 (M-2950-S) and V-104C (ASTM D-2882), Vickers I-286-S pump stand tests and pressures and temperatures ranging from 2,000 to 3,000 psi and from 150° to 210°F. Anti-wear performance exceeds requirements for U.S. Steel 126, 136 and 127, load stage 10 in the FZG (DIN 51354) and GM (LS-2).
