What is the microgel thickener?
What is the microgel thickener?
Most of the AeroShell range of greases therefore use a patented thickener known as Microgel. This is a specially treated clay based thickener which has: No upper temperature limit (the upper temperature is limited by the base oil) Very little change in consistency with variation in temperature.
Is AeroShell lithium grease?
AeroShell Grease 64 is an EP airframe grease based on the proven lithium thickener technology of AeroShell Grease 33. It can help to extend component life through its exceptional load-carrying and EP properties from fortification using 5% molybdenum disulphide and its excellent wear and corrosion protection.
What is an AeroShell grease?
AeroShell Grease 33 is a synthetic universal airframe grease composed of a lithium complex thickened synthetic base oil with corrosion and oxidation inhibitors and load carrying additives. The useful operating temperature range is –73°C to +121°C.
Which type of grease used in aircraft?
Ball bearing greases A synthetic inorganic gel grease, used in low or high temperature applications. Wide temperature performance makes it a preferred grease in jet aircraft. A mineral oil-based, inorganic gel grease, the most common wheel bearing grease used.
What color is AeroShell 22 grease?
Amber
Copper corrosion over 24 hours at 100°C – Passes this test for the MIL-PRF-81322G specification . Colour – Amber.
What is aviation lubricant?
Typically, engine oils, hydraulic fluids, greases, and special lubricants & additives are the types of aviation lubricants. The piston and turbine engine oils are designed to improve the performance of aircraft engines at extremely high temperatures.
What is aircraft lubricant?
The primary purpose of a lubricant is to reduce friction between moving parts. Because liquid lubricants or oils can be circulated readily, they are used universally in aircraft engines. As long as the oil film remains unbroken, metallic friction is replaced by the internal fluid friction of the lubricant.
