Key points of the article
- Condat D 46 is a fire-resistant hydraulic fluid developed to ensure safety and reliability insteel industry plants, where high temperatures and high loads put systems under strain.
- Thanks to the HFDU synthetic polyether polyol formulation, it ensures excellent anti-wear and anti-corrosion properties, keeping hydraulic circuits clean and stable even under extreme conditions.
- The product is biodegradable and nontoxic, complying with OECD 301B, and offers low environmental impact combined with high compatibility with commonly used metals and gaskets.
- FM Global-certified, Condat D 46 meets the strictest standards for fire resistance and industrial quality, reducing risks to operators and facilities.
- Its stability to oxidation, combined with high lubricity and natural detergency, makes it possible to prolong fluid life and reduce maintenance costs.
Used in electric arc furnaces, continuous casting and rolling mills, Condat D 46 proves to be the ideal solution for safe, efficient and sustainable lubrication in the steel industry’s most critical applications.
Lubrication applications in the steel industry are some of the most challenging ever.
Plants work under extreme conditions, where high temperatures, risk of fire, high loads, and the presence of water or pollutants constantly test the endurance of hydraulic fluids.
Thanks to decades of experience, CONDAT has developed a range of fire-resistant lubricants and hydraulic fluids recognized for their high level of engineering and responsiveness to the extreme demands of the steel industry.
Hydraulic fluids from the CONDAT range are used:
- in the steel mills: electric furnaces, ladle furnaces, continuous casting;
- On hot rolling lines: stand hydraulics;
- in cold rolling mills, where system cleanliness and stability are critical.
Condat D 46: fire resistant HFDU hydraulic fluid
The Condat D 46 is a synthetic, nonaqueous hydraulic fluid belonging to the Hydraulic Fluid Dry, Unflammable (HFDU) category.
It is a self-extinguishing ester-type fluid designed for use in high-pressure hydraulic systems where protection against fire hazard is required.
Formulated with synthetic polyether polyol bases and high-performance additives, Condat D 46 combines excellent anti-wear and anti-corrosion properties with good filterability and effective air release, contributing to the cleanliness andefficiency of the hydraulic system.
The characteristics of Condat D 46 hydraulic fluid
- Fire resistance: the fluid is self-extinguishing and has a high flash point, ideal for environments where fire risk is high.
- Biodegradability and environmental safety: complying with OECD 301B, it is biodegradable and non-toxic to operators and the environment.
- High oxidation stability: maintains its performance over time, extending the service life of hydraulic fluid and reducing the frequency of oil changes.
- Excellent lubrication: ensures the protection of pumps, motors and valves, reducing wear and tear on hydraulic components.
- Excellent filterability and deaeration properties: helps maintain a cleaner and more stable hydraulic system.
- High viscosity index: ensures constant viscosity as temperature changes, avoiding pressure variations and efficiency losses.
- Material and gasket compatibility: it is miscible with hydraulic mineral oils and compatible with most commonly used metals and gaskets.
- Low pour point: allows hydraulic fluid to be used even in cold environments or changing climatic conditions.
Condat D 46 certified FM Global
Condat D 46 is FM Global certified, one of the world’s most recognized organizations in industrial risk prevention.
FM Approvals certification attests that the hydraulic fluid has passed rigorous fire resistance and quality tests, ensuring compliance with the strictest international standards.
Using an FM Approved fluid means reducing fire risks, protecting operators and facilities while ensuring operational reliability and safety.
Alongside FM Global, the Condat D range also includes products certified by MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration), the U.S. agency that regulates safety in underground work. These include the Condat D 68.
Performance and operational advantages of Condat D hydraulic fluids
CONDAT D fire-resistant hydraulic fluids fully meet the requirements of ISO 12922, which defines safety and performance standards for HFDU fluids.
In the steelmaking context, Condat D 46 stands out for its ability to maintain consistent and reliable performance, even underextreme temperatures and environmental contamination.
The use of Condat D 46 makes it possible to:
- Increase oil change intervals due to its high oxidative stability;
- Optimize energy consumption by reducing friction and pressure losses;
- Preserve the cleanliness of the system, thanks to the natural detergency of the fluid;
- Ensure the safety of operators through fire resistance and low toxicity;
- Reduce maintenance costs by improving overall plant reliability.
Applications of Condat D 46
Condat D 46 is designed for use in high-pressure hydraulic systems found in steel mills and other metallurgical plants, where the combination of heat, dust and fire hazards requires maximum protection.
Major applications include:
- door controls;
- Blast furnace doors and tilting systems;
- Electrode adjustment in electric arc furnaces;
- Opening and closing the vaults and sliding doors of ladle or pocket ovens ;
- Lubrication of ladle pocket pins;
- Hydraulic systems for continuous casting;
- hot and cold rolling mills
Learn more about Condat D 46 hydraulic fluid and the Condat range
Condat D 46 hydraulic fluid is a reliable and safe solution for the most demanding industrial applications, particularly in the steel industry.
With its self-extinguishing formulation, FM Global certifications and OECD 301B-compliant biodegradability, it provides protection, efficiency and environmental friendliness.
Choosing Condat D 46 means reducing fire risks, optimizing the performance of hydraulic systems and increasing the life of mechanical components , while maintaining compliance with the highest industrial safety standards. For more information on products in the Condat range , contact our Mascherpa experts.
