SL OGL NA

Open Gear Lubricant

SL OGL NA is asphalt-free open gear lubricant for use in heavily loaded gears such as kilns and ball mills. Instead of
asphalt (bitumen), SL OGL NA contains a blend of high viscosity petroleum distillate, synthetic polymer and resins. The
advantage over asphalt is that the spent lubricant does not harden over time, greatly simplifying cleanup.
Inadequately lubricated gears can experience scuffing (momentary welding of opposing asperities) under high load. SL
OGL NA creates an effective layer of chemical and physical protection that impedes scuffing. With this protective layer in
place, the high load on the gears causes the asperities to be pushed down, thus smoothing them with minimal removal of
metal. The smoothing effect will also partially flatten out pre-existing wear damage within a few hundred hours of
operation.
SL OGL NA also combats pitting. Pitting which is caused by metal fatigue, is minimised when the load is borne by
smoother surfaces.

APPLICATIONS
Heavily loaded open gears such as kilns and ball mills.
Where lubricant meeting the specifications of major OEMs, including Falk and Metso Minerals is required.
Suitable for use in airless spray systems.
Do not use with NBR rubber seals. Viton is recommended.

BENEFITS
Wear protection and surface smoothing
Extends gear life and reduces operating expenses. The need for special running-in compounds is eliminated.

Gear inspection simplified

The brown coating is visible on the gear, but is transparent enough to allow for gear inspection using a strobe
light.

Easy cleanup
The non-asphaltic base remains soft. It flows readily from the gear guard and is easily removed.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Meets the specifications of major OEMS including:
Falk
Metso Minerals

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 TYPICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Product Code 3236

Method Test UOM Typical

Gardener Density at 15.5C g/ml 0.896

D92 Flash Point, COC C 174

D93 Flash Point, PMCC, completed product C 118

D2596 Four Ball EP, Weld Point kgf 800

D4172 Four Ball Wear Scar mm 0.45

D4048 mod Copper Corrosion, 3hr, 100C 1b

Lincoln Ventmeter, 400 psi C -7

D445 Kinematic Viscosity, without diluent, at 100C cSt 1,100

D445 Kinematic Viscosity, completed product, at 40C cSt 4,500 to 6,000

FZG
Stages passed >12
Total weight loss after stage 12 mg 26.5

PACK SIZES
Bulk, 860kg

ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH and SAFETY

Users should consult the MSDS, follow the precautions outlined and comply with all laws and regulations concerning its
use and disposal. Used packaging material should not be incinerated or exposed to flame. After use, protect your
environment. Do not pollute drains, soil or water with used product.

OTHER INFORMATION
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8.00am and 6.00pm (EST) Monday to Friday.
Information in this publication is accurate at the time of printing and reasonable care has been taken to ensure it is
complete and accurate. However, this information is subject to change (such as when formulations or usage and storage
information changes). Please visit www.caltex.com.au for the latest product information. Independent advice should be
sought before taking any action in reliance on the information in this publication, and Caltex Australia Limited and its
related bodies corporate accept no liability for any reliance on this publication's content.

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