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Biobased™ ELM Switch Plate Lubricant (ISO 68)

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Biobased™ ELM Switch Plate Lubricant (ISO 68) is a biodegradable, non-toxic and water-resistant lubricant. ELM Switch Plate Lubricant is formulated with natural seed oils and proprietary additives to protect railway switches from wear and prevent rust and corrosion while not impacting the environment.

Product Type: Lubricant

Features: Biodegradable, Corrosion Resistant, Non-Toxic, Water Resistant, Wear Resistant

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Identification & Functionality

Product Type

Features & Benefits

Biobased-biodegradable- non-bioaccumulative

Based on evaluation of the base oils and the finished products, the ELM biobased products are designed to be biodegradable, aquatically non-toxic, not- bioaccumulative, and with no impact on plants as determined by known test methods. Nevertheless, the use of all of ELM products are subject to the local ordinances and ultimate responsibility for impact remains with the users.

Benefits
  • Biodegradable and virtually non-toxic
  • Eliminates caustic and toxic chemicals
  • Less flammable than petroleum-based lubricants
  • Resists washout from rain or ice melting
  • Good penetration into switch
  • Resists build-up of dust and dirt
  • Conforms to EPA’s EPP and USDA biobased criteria
  • Made from renewable USA-grown crop-based oils

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Application
  • Railroad switches
  • Can be poured, brushed, wiped or sprayed on with mechanical sprayers
  • Available in ISO 46 grade for applications requiring lighter oil or in ISO 68 grade for more staying power.
Directions

ELM Biotechbased™ Switch Plate Lubricant is designed to be wiped, poured, brushed on or used in a mechanical sprayer.

Properties

ISO Viscosity Grade
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
ISO Viscosity Grade68.0--
Viscosity (40°C)60 - 70cSt-
Viscosity Index196.0--
Flash Point260.0°C-
Pour Point-24.0°C-
Base Oil BiodegradabilityPass-OECD 301
Base Oil Aquatic ToxicityNon toxic-OECD 202
Base Oil Plant ToxicityNon toxic-OECD 208

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging
  • 5 gal. Pails
  • 55 gal. Drums
  • 275 gal. Totes