ALPHA 2000

Lubricating Grease
Product Description
Alpha 2000 is a new technology, wide temperature range, high performance premium grease. In
many cases, it outperforms other high temperature greases. It contains no heavy metals or other
harmful or environmentally undesirable additives such as sulfur, phosphorus, chlorine, zinc,
phenols, antimony, barium or lead.

Application
Alpha 2000 may be used in a variety of applications for automotive, industrial, construction,
agricultural, railroad, and mining operations. Specific applications include all chassis points for
automotive, wheel bearings, fifth wheels, king pins, anti-friction bearings, low and high speed
journal bearings, oven conveyors, electric motor bearings, steel mill roller bearings, and on form
and earth-moving equipment. Alpha 2000 is also excellent for use in marine type applications
where water washout and corrosion are of primary concern.

Performance

Mechanical Stability -The mechanical stability of Alpha 2000 is outstanding. Tests in the
ASTM grease worker show no change in consistency after 100,000 strokes or any sign of
breakdown in the roll stability. The roll stability (D-1831) test was modified from six hours
at room temperature to 100 hours at 150F to increase the severity and again, no
significant softening was observed.
ASTM 217
Mechanical Work Stability Test
60
60

50

40
30

30

30

20
5

15
15

10
5
10
100,000 Strokes

0
CSC

10,000 Strokes

Polyurea
Aluminum
Complex

Lithium Complex

Load Carrying Ability - Alpha 2000 has excellent EP properties. Timken values
of 65 pounds OK load, LWI of 65 kg and weld point of 500 kg are typical, while 4
Ball Wear performance is equally outstanding.

Thermal Stability - high temperature performance of Alpha 2000 is excellent in all areas
tested, i.e.,

1. Dropping point - Alpha 2000 does not become fluid at temperatures approaching
600F and after cooling to room temperature, it returns to its original grease
structure.
2. Wheel bearing leakage (D-1263)- In this test, modified at 325F, Alpha 2000 shows
no leakage, hardening or other signs of failure.

Oxidation Stability - Bomb oxidation stability (D-942) - psi drop of 2 after 500 hours and 9
psi after 1,000 hours, reflect the excellent resistance of Alpha 2000 to oxidation,
outperforming other premium greases.

Resistance to Water - Water resistance - in this test, Alpha 2000 is reported to show
excellent adhesion, high water absorption and no sign of breakdown.
1. Work stability with water - in a variation of the ASTM work stability test, Alpha 2000
was mixed with 50% water and after working 100,000 strokes, remained virtually
unchanged in consistency, unlike other premium greases which tend to slump or
break down.
2. Water washout (D-1264) - here again, Alpha 2000 compares favorably to other
premium greases.

Corrosion Resistance - Alpha 2000 provides excellent corrosion protection. Alpha

2000 passed 4000 hours through the vigorous Salt Spray Life and the Salt Water Soak Life
Test. Alpha 2000 easily passes ASTM D 1743 Bearing Corrosion Test. In a more severe
variation of this test, incorporating synthetic sea water, Alpha 2000 passes with a 1,1,1
rating. Continued testing following the Emcore Test, a dynamic anti-rust test, Alpha 2000
showed no signs of corrosion with a 0,0 rating.
Salt Fog Test: ASTM B 117: 5% Salt Fog @ 100F, 5 mils on Q-Panel type S. Soak Test:
5 mils on Q-Panel type S, submerged 50% in a 5% salt solution at room temperature.
AST D-117
Typical Salt Fog Performance Test
1000
1000
900
800
700
600
Hours Before Failure

500
400

400

300
200
40
30

100

60

40
0

30

60

CSC
Polyurea
Aluminum
Complex

Film Thicknes 1.5 mm

Film Thickness 0.5 mm

Lithium Complex

Low Temperature Performance - Alpha 2000 as a low temperature grease also

performs well over a wide temperature range.
Alpha 2000 has been tested for low temperature performance with very good results. U.S.
Steel Mobility Test - this is a measure of pumpability and Alpha 2000 shows good
pumpability (U.S. Steel Mobility @ 0F, 0.12 grams per second).

Summary - Alpha 2000 is a truly outstanding multi-purpose grease. It has no shortcomings or

weaknesses and is a quality, all-purpose, universal lubricant.

Technical Data
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
NLGI Grade ................................................................................... 2
Worked Penetration, 77F, ASTM D-217
60 strokes ............................................................................. 270
10,000 strokes change from 60 strokes ................................. 1
100,000 strokes change from 60 strokes ............................... 2
Dropping Point, F(C) Min, ASTM D-2265 ....................... 572(300)
Rust Prevention, ASTM D-1743 .............................................. Pass
Oxidation Stability, PSI Loss, ASTM D-942
100 hours ................................................................................. 0
500 hours ................................................................................. 2
1000 hours .................................................................................. 9
Roll Stability, Penetration Change, ASTM D-1831 ...................... +2
Oil Separation, 24 hrs @ 25C (77F), ASTM D-1742 ............. 0.17
Four Ball EP, Weld Point, kg ASTM D-2596 ............................. 500
Four Ball EP, Load Wear Index, kg, ASTM D-2596 .................... 65
Four Ball Wear, Scar mm, ASTM D-2266 ................................ 0.39

Timken OK Load, lb, ASTM D-2509 ............................................ 65

Salt Fog, hrs, ASTM B-117 ..................................................... 4000
Water Washout, % loss ............................................................ 2.75
Wheel Bearing Leakage, % loss, gms, ASTM D-1263 ............... 0.4
Compatibility with NBR rubber:
Hardness Change (Hs) from -10 to +10
Elongation Change (%) max -20
Tensile Strength Change (%) max -20
Volume Change (%) from 0 to +20
Load Carrying Properties (N), Min. 80

Fretting Wear Protection, mgs loss, ASTM D-4170

Ambient Temperature.......................................................... 2.50
@0F ................................................................................... 6.20

Base Oil Characteristics

Viscosities:
@ 210F,SUS.............................................................. 85
@ 100F,SUS.......................................................... 1100
Viscosity Index, Min..................................................... 95
Pour Point, F................................................................ 5

PACKAGING
Alpha 2000 is available under the following product codes:
14 oz tube:
360007
400 lb drum:
360002
35 lb pail:
360004
Tote:
360001
120 lb keg:
360003
Bulk:
360000

SAFETY-DISPOSAL
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eye Contact -

If splashed into eyes, flush with clean water for 15 minutes or until
irritation subsides. If irritation persists, call a physician immediately.

Skin Contact -

In case of skin contact, remove any contaminated clothing and wash

skin thoroughly with mild soap and water. If irritation persists, call a
physician immediately.

Inhalation -

Remove affected person to fresh air. Call a physician immediately.

Ingestion -

If ingested, call a physician immediately.

See Material Safety Data Sheet for additional information.

Alpha 2000 should be stored indoors. Dispose of in accordance with local authorities.

DOT LABELING REQUIREMENTS

Hazardous Materials Description and Proper
Shipping Name (49 CFR 172.101):

Hazardous Class (49 CFR 172.101)

Not a hazardous material

Not Applicable