Lubricating Bases
AVERAGE PARAFFIN BASE
Technical Information
The main application of lubricating bases is the manufacture of lubricating oils for both automotive use (Carter type oils) and for uses in industry.
Paraffinic bases are preferred for the manufacture of high viscosity index oils.
They are also used as a raw material for the manufacture of inks, petrolatums, or as a softening agent for fuel.
| TEST DESCRIPTION | TEST METHOD | SPECIFICATIONS | TYPICAL VALUES | |
| Physical Properties | MIN | MAX | ||
| Viscosity, SUS at 100°F (37.8°C) | ASTM D 445 | 300 | 330 | 313 |
| Viscosity, SUS at 210°F (98.9°C) | ASTM D 445 | 54.1 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 40°C (104°F) | ASTM D 341 | 60.7 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 100°C (212°F) | ASTM D 341 | 8.3 | ||
| API Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 1250 | 32.4 | ||
| Specific Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 4052 | 0.8634 | ||
| Viscosity Index | ASTM D 2270 | 95 | 104 | |
| Viscosity-Gravity Constant | ASTM D 2501 | 0.7945 | ||
| Density, lbs/gal at 60°F | ASTM D 1250 | 7.191 | ||
| Molecular Weight | ASTM D 2502 | 511 | ||
| Flash Point, COC, °F (°C) | ASTM D 92 | 450 (232) | 495 (253) | |
| Color, ASTM | ASTM D 6045 | 2.0 | L1.0 | |
| Pour Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 5949 | 10 (-12) | 0 (-18) | |
| Cloud Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 5773 | 4 (-16) | ||
| Noack Volatility, wt% | ASTM D 5800 | 2.86 | ||
| Water Content | WTP-OP-001 | PASS | PASS | |
| Appearance | WTP-OP-020 | PASS | PASS | |
| Chemical Properties | ||||
| Acid Number, mg KOH/g | ASTM D 664 | 0.02 | ||
| Aniline Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 611 | 235.0 (112.8) | 255.0 (123.9) | 248.1 (120.0) |
| Sulfur, wt% | ASTM D 4294 | 0.0005 | ||
| Sulfur, ppm | ASTM D 4294 | 5 | ||
| Clay-Gel, wt% | ASTM D 2007 | |||
| Saturates | 94.3 | |||
| Health and Safety Properties | ||||
| Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds, wt% | IP 346 | 3 | <3 | |
| Modified Ames Assay | ASTM E 1687 | PASS | PASS | |
| FDA Regulation | 21 CFR 178.3620 (C) | PASS | PASS | |
BRIGHT STOCK PARAFFIN BASE
Technical Information
The main application of lubricating bases is the manufacture of lubricating oils for both automotive use (Carter type oils) and for uses in industry.
Paraffinic bases are preferred for the manufacture of high viscosity index oils.
They are also used as a raw material for the manufacture of inks, petrolatums, or as a softening agent for fuel.
| TEST DESCRIPTION | TEST METHOD | SPECIFICATIONS | TYPICAL VALUES | |
| Physical Properties | MIN | MAX | ||
| Viscosity, SUS at 100°F (37.8°C) | ASTM D 445 | 2527 | ||
| Viscosity, SUS at 210°F (98.9°C) | ASTM D 445 | 145.0 | 155.0 | 151.1 |
| Viscosity, cSt at 40°C (104°F) | ASTM D 341 | 471 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 100°C (212°F) | ASTM D 341 | 30.8 | ||
| API Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 1250 | 26.8 | ||
| Specific Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 4052 | 0.8939 | ||
| Viscosity Index | ASTM D 2270 | 92 | 95 | |
| Viscosity-Gravity Constant | ASTM D 2501 | 0.8004 | ||
| Density, lbs/gal at 60°F | ASTM D 1250 | 7.450 | ||
| Molecular Weight | ASTM D 2502 | 676 | ||
| Flash Point, COC, °F (°C) | ASTM D 92 | 560 (293) | 575 (301) | |
| Color, ASTM | ASTM D 6045 | 4.5 | L3.5 | |
| Pour Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 5949 | 20 (-7) | 10 (-13) | |
| Cloud Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 5773 | 28 (-2) | 24 (-4) | |
| Noack Volatility, wt% | ASTM D 5800 | 1.1 | ||
| Water Content | WTP-OP-001 | PASS | PASS | |
| Appearance | WTP-OP-020 | PASS | PASS | |
| Chemical Properties | ||||
| Conradson Carbon Residue, wt% | ASTM D 4530 | 1.0 | 0.4 | |
| Acid Number, mg KOH/g | ASTM D 664 | 0.02 | ||
| Aniline Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 611 | 255.0 (123.9) | 270.0 (132.2) | 262.6 (128.1) |
| Sulfur, wt% | ASTM D 4294 | 0.050 | 0.0064 | |
| Sulfur, ppm | ASTM D 4294 | 500 | 64 | |
| Clay-Gel, wt% | ASTM D 2007 | |||
| Saturates | 75.0 | 79.5 | ||
| Health and Safety Properties | ||||
| Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds, wt% | IP 346 | 3 | <3 | |
| Modified Ames Assay | ASTM E 1687 | PASS | PASS | |
| FDA Regulation | 21 CFR 178.3620 (C) | PASS | PASS | |
MEDIUM NAFTENIC BASE
Technical Information
The main application of lubricating bases is the manufacture of lubricating oils for both automotive use (Carter type oils) and for uses in industry.
Naphthenic bases are preferably used in the manufacture of lubricants for low temperatures and with greater fluidity.
| TEST DESCRIPTION | TEST METHOD | SPECIFICATIONS | TYPICAL VALUES | |
| Physical Properties | MIN | MAX | ||
| Viscosity, SUS at 100°F (37.8°C) | ASTM D 445 | 750 | 800 | 772 |
| Viscosity, SUS at 210°F (98.9°C) | ASTM D 445 | 64.1 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 40°C (104°F) | ASTM D 341 | 144.0 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 100°C (212°F) | ASTM D 341 | 11.0 | ||
| API Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 1250 | 22.5 | ||
| Specific Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 4052 | 0.9188 | ||
| Viscosity-Gravity Constant | ASTM D 2501 | 0.8563 | ||
| Density, lbs/gal at 60°F | ASTM D 1250 | 7.651 | ||
| Molecular Weight | ASTM D 2502 | 422 | ||
| Flash Point, COC, °F (°C) | ASTM D 92 | 395 (202) | 440 (227) | |
| Color, ASTM | ASTM D 6045 | 2.5 | L2.0 | |
| Pour Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 5949 | 10 (-12) | -12 (-24) | |
| Water Content | ERTM-1 | PASS | PASS | |
| Appearance | ERTM-2 | PASS | PASS | |
| Chemical Properties | ||||
| Acid Number, mg KOH/g | ASTM D 664 | 0.05 | 0.01 | |
| Aniline Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 611 | 190.0 (87.8) | 205.0 (96.1) | 194.8 (90.4) |
| Sulfur, wt% | ASTM D 4294 | 0.072 | ||
| Sulfur, ppm | ASTM D 4294 | 720 | ||
| Health and Safety Properties | ||||
| Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds, wt% | IP 346 | 3 | <3 | |
| Modified Ames Assay | ASTM E 1687 | PASS | PASS | |
HEAVY NAFTENIC BASE
Technical Information
The main application of lubricating bases is the manufacture of lubricating oils for both automotive use (Carter type oils) and for uses in industry.
Naphthenic bases are preferably used in the manufacture of lubricants for low temperatures and with greater fluidity.
| TEST DESCRIPTION | TEST METHOD | SPECIFICATIONS | TYPICAL VALUES | |
| Physical Properties | MIN | MAX | ||
| Viscosity, SUS at 100°F (37.8°C) | ASTM D 445 | 2000 | 2400 | 2093 |
| Viscosity, SUS at 210°F (98.9°C) | ASTM D 445 | 101.0 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 40°C (104°F) | ASTM D 341 | 383 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 100°C (212°F) | ASTM D 341 | 19.0 | 25.0 | 20.0 |
| API Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 1250 | 21.8 | ||
| Specific Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | ASTM D 4052 | 0.9230 | ||
| Viscosity-Gravity Constant | ASTM D 2501 | 0.8495 | ||
| Density, lbs/gal at 60°F | ASTM D 1250 | 7.686 | ||
| Molecular Weight | ASTM D 2502 | 507 | ||
| Flash Point, COC, °F (°C) | ASTM D 92 | 470 (243) | 510 (266) | |
| Color, ASTM | ASTM D 6045 | 4.0 | L2.5 | |
| Pour Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 5949 | 30 (-1) | 7 (-14) | |
| Water Content | ERTM-1 | PASS | PASS | |
| Appearance | ERTM-2 | PASS | PASS | |
| Chemical Properties | ||||
| Acid Number, mg KOH/g | ASTM D 664 | 0.05 | 0.01 | |
| Aniline Point, °F (°C) | ASTM D 611 | 200 (93) | 215 (102) | 209 (98) |
| Sulfur, wt% | ASTM D 4294 | 0.085 | ||
| Sulfur, ppm | ASTM D 4294 | 850 | ||
| Health and Safety Properties | ||||
| Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds, wt% | IP 346 | 3 | <3 | |
| Modified Ames Assay | ASTM E 1687 | PASS | PASS | |
LIGHTWEIGHT PARAFFIN BASE
| Features | Units | Method | Specification | |
| Minimun | Maximun | |||
| Viscosity, SUS at 100°F (37.8°C) | 113.7 | ASTM D 2161 | 100.0 | 120.0 |
| Viscosity, SUS at 210°F (98.9°C) | 40.6 | ASTM D 2161 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 40°C (104°F) | 21.7 | ASTM D 445 | ||
| Viscosity, cSt at 100°C (212°F) | 4.3 | ASTM D 445 | ||
| API Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | 34.0 | ASTM D 1250 | ||
| Specific Gravity, 60°F (15.6°C) | 0.8549 | ASTM D 4052 | ||
| Viscosity Index | 100 | ASTM D 2270 | 95 | |
| Viscosity-Gravity Constant | 0.804 | ASTM D 2501 | ||
| Density, lbs/gal at 60°F | 7.118 | ASTM D 1250 | ||
| Molecular Weight | 368 | ASTM D 2502 | ||
| Flash Point, COC, °F (°C) | 419 (215) | ASTM D 92 | 395 (202) | |
| Color, ASTM | L0.5 | ASTM D 6045 | 1.5 | |
| Pour Point, °F (°C) | 2 (-17) | ASTM D 5949 | 10 (-12) | |
| Cloud Point, °F (°C) | 10 (-12) | ASTM D 5773 | ||
| Volatility, wt%, 225°F (Evap. Loss) | 0.49 | ASTM D 972 | ||
| Noack Volatility, wt% | 21.0 | ASTM D 5800 | ||
| Water Content | PASS | ASTM D 7546M | PASS | |
| Features | Units | Method | Specification | |
| Minimun | Maximun | |||
| Acid Number, mg KOH/g | 0.01 | ASTM D 664 | ||
| Aniline Point, °F (°C) | 226 (108) | ASTM D 611 | 210 (99) | 230 (110) |
| Sulfur, wt% | 0.0003 | ASTM D 7220 | ||
| Sulfur, ppm | 3 | ASTM D 7220 | ||
| Clay-Gel, wt% | ASTM D 2007 | |||
| Saturates | 93.1 | |||
| Features | Units | Method | Specification | |
| Minimun | Maximun | |||
| Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds, wt% | -3 | IP 346 | 3 | |
| Modified Ames Assay, MI | -1 | ASTM E 1687 | 1 | |
| FDA Regulation | PASS | 21 CFR 178.3620 (C) | PASS | |
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