Vickers Oils BIOGREASE EP2

Vickers Oils BIOGREASE EP2 is an environmentally acceptable, lithium and calcium thickened lubricating grease based on fully saturated synthetic esters, formulated for sensitive marine environments. The grease is approved for use in Becker Marine Systems rudder stocks and provides excellent corrosion protection and resistance to water wash off from rain and seawater. Applications: Rudder stocks (including Becker Marine Systems), propeller hubs, bearings and equipment at oil-to-sea interfaces. Can also be used for wire rope storage protection and lubrication of operational ropes against wear and corrosion. Benefits: Excellent resistance to water wash off, long lasting corrosion protection, good load carrying properties, good adhesion, reduces wear and friction, compatible with most sealing materials including Nitrile and Viton, biodegradable and minimally toxic with lower environmental risk. Technical data: Thickener: Lithium/calcium Base oil: Fully saturated synthetic esters Consistency: NLGI 2 Appearance: Amber grease Base oil viscosity: 150 cSt at 40 °C Drop point: 178 °C Worked penetration: 274 4-ball weld test: 400 kg Water washout: 1.8 percent at 38 °C, 6.1 percent at 79 °C Copper corrosion: 1b Operating temperature: -25 to +130 °C EU Ecolabel: NL/027/018 VGP: Compliant with EAL definition Biodegradable: Over 60 percent in 28-day OECD 301B test, non-toxic (LC50/EC50 over 1000 mg/l) Elastomer compatibility: Nitrile and Fluoroelastomers (ASTM D4289) Pack sizes: 180 kg (barrel), 18 litre (pail), 400 g (cartridge) Shelf life: 5 years