LUBRICANTS
Syncon® Refrigeration Oil Synthetic PAO-
Based Lubricant
Phillips 66 ® Syncon Refrigeration Oil is a premium quality, synthetic lubricant
developed for use in rotary screw compressors in refrigeration systems using
for Ammonia
ammonia, methyl chloride, or carbon dioxide. It has better oxidation resistance Refrigeration
than conventional paraffinic and naphthenic-based refrigeration compressor oils, Compressors;
resulting in less buildup of varnish and sludge deposits and longer service life. It NSF H1
is registered by NSF International as an H1 lubricant for use where incidental food
Registered
contact may occur.
Syncon Refrigeration Oil is formulated with synthetic polyalphaolefin (PAO)
base oils and a carefully balanced additive package to provide long service life,
excellent deposit control, protection against rust and corrosion, and resistance
to foaming. It has a very low pour point and outstanding thermal stability at
high temperatures for use in ammonia refrigeration systems, where evaporator
temperatures often reach -30oF (-34oC) and discharge temperatures can reach
as high as 250oF (121oC). It also has lower volatility than conventional mineral oils,
resulting in lower oil consumption.
Syncon Refrigeration Oil is not recommended for use with chlorinated
hydrocarbons (CFCs) such as Freon R12, R22 or R502, or with fluorinated
hydrocarbons such as HFC-134A.
Applications
• Rotary screw refrigeration compressors using ammonia, methyl chloride or
carbon dioxide and operating under severe-service conditions
• Ammonia and carbon dioxide manufacturing plants
• Cold storage warehouses and distribution facilities
• Chemical plants
• Ice plants
Syncon Refrigeration Oil meets the requirements of the following industry
specifications:
• NSF International H1 and former 1998 USDA H1 guidelines for incidental
food contact (Registration No. 147856)
Syncon Refrigeration Oil is recommended for use in ammonia refrigeration
compressors where the OEM specifies:
• Copeland Refrigeration Oil
• Frick Oil No. 2A, 3, 7, 9
• Vilter Refrigeration Oil
• York Oil “C”
Phillips 66 U.S. Customer Service: Technical Hotline: International Customer Service: E-mail address:
Lubricants.com 1-800-368-7128 1-877-445-9198 1-800-368-7128 phillips66lubricants@p66.com
LUBRICANTS
Features/Benefits
• Outstanding low-temperature fluidity
• Outstanding oxidation resistance and thermal stability at high temperatures
• Excellent deposit control
• Low volatility for lower oil consumption and less makeup oil
• Protects against rust and corrosion
• Extended service intervals compared to conventional mineral oil-based refrigeration oils
Syncon® Refrigeration Oil
Typical Properties
ISO Grade 68
Specific Gravity @ 60°F 0.832
Density, lbs/gal @ 60°F 6.93
Color, ASTM D1500 0.5
Flash Point (COC), °C (°F) 243 (469)
Pour Point, °C (°F) -54 (-65)
Viscosity
cSt @ 40°C 70.0
cSt @ 100°C 10.0
SUS @ 100°F 360
SUS @ 210°F 60.0
Viscosity Index 126
Acid Number, ASTM D974, mg KOH/g 0.17
Copper Corrosion, ASTM D130, 48 hrs @ 80°C 1a
Demulsibility, ASTM D1401, minutes to pass 10
Foam Test, ASTM D892, Seq. I, mL 0/0
Four-Ball Wear Test, ASTM D4172, Scar Diameter, mm 0.79
Rust Test, ASTM D665 A&B Pass
Health & Safety Information
For recommendations on safe handling and use of this product, please refer to the Safety Data
Sheet via http://www.phillips66.com/EN/products/Pages/MSDS.aspx.
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Typical properties are average values only and do not constitute a specification. Minor variations that do not affect product performance are to be expected
during normal manufacture, and at different blending locations. Product formulations are subject to change without notification.
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