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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Fluids & Lubricants Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Composition
Proprietary alkylated naphthalene
Features & Benefits
- Fluids & Lubricants Features
- Product Advantages
- Low viscosity and low volatility
- Improves additive response
- Excellent thermo-oxidative stability
- Excellent hydrolytic stability
- Excellent solubility and performance enhancement
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Fluids & Lubricants Type
- Fluids & Lubricants End Use
- Product Applications
- Aviation Hydraulic Fluids
- Compressor Oils
- Crankcase Oils
- Gear Oils
- Greases
- High Temperature Turbine Oils
- Refrigeration Oils
- Other High Performance Applications
- Product Uses
- NA-LUBE® KR-009 is a synthetic alkyl aromatic fluid with excellent thermo-oxidative and hydrolytic stability. It is recommended for use in synthetic lubricant applications requiring high stability and enhanced performance under severe operating conditions.
- The recommended treat level of NA-LUBE® KR-009 as a solubility modifier and as a performance enhancer is between 5.0% and 40.0% depending on the application.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Light amber liquid
- Insoluble in
- Water
- Soluble in
- Petroleum, Most common solvents, Synthetic lubricant base stocks
- Typical Properties
- Note
It is recommended that the solubility in the base oils used and the compatibility with other additives be verified.
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Viscosity (at 100°C) | 5.6 | cSt | ASTM D 445, DIN 51 550 |
| Viscosity (at 40°C) | 36 | cSt | ASTM D 445, DIN 51 550 |
| Viscosity Index | 90 | — | Calculated |
| Density (at 25°C) | 0.9 | g/mL | ASTM D 4052 |
| Flash Point | 240 | °C | ASTM D 92, DIN 51 376, Cleveland Open Cup (COC) |
| Weight (at 25ºC) | 7.5 | lbs/gallon | — |
| Noack Volatility Loss | 7.7 | wt. % | ASTM D 6375 |
| Pour Point | -36 | °C | ASTM D 97 |
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Standard Packaging
400 lbs (181 kg) closed head drum
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 24 Months
- Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from any direct source of heat and moisture.
- Maximum recommended storage temperature: 46°C (115°F)
- Handling
- Avoid all personal contact.
- Observe good personal hygiene.