Lubricants that support operational safety
In the chemical processing industry, raw materials undergo chemical conversion and are transformed into finished products. The industry’s output is very broad and includes the production of organic and inorganic chemicals, plastics, synthetic fibers and rubbers, and petrochemicals. The processes used to complete the required chemical conversion often involve extreme temperatures, volatile compounds, aggressive chemicals and reactive gases, creating an environment in which it is difficult to maintain adequate lubrication. Krytox lubricants are used in valves, fans, pumps, motors, centrifuges, reactors and other chemical industry components because they offer compatibility with polymers in seals, O-rings and valves, as well as extending equipment life and reducing maintenance.
High-quality synthetic lubricants based on perfluoropolyether (PFPE) Krytox
High-quality synthetic lubricants based on. perfluoropolyether (PFPE) Krytox: They do not reignite in oxygen at temperatures up to 482 ºC (900 ºF) or pressures up to 350 bar; They are safe, nonreactive and nonflammable when used with reactive chemicals; They maintain stable lubricity and viscosity over a wide range of temperatures in highly corrosive environments; Are chemically and biologically inert and silicone-free; Remain unaffected by and non-reactive to acid or caustic cleaners, disinfectants, steam, moisture and high temperatures; Remain compatible with chemicals commonly used in industry; Contain no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or chlorine.
Ensure safety when exposed to reactive gases with high-performance lubricants
Conventional industrial lubric ants containing mineral oils and some synthetic lubricants can react with oxygen or halogens such as chlorine, fluorine and bromine, causing catastrophic accidents. Reactive gas applications require lubricants that prevent accidents and ensure safety. Although the risk of explosion, fire, lubricant deterioration and equipment failure is always possible, Krytox NRT (nonreactive) oils and greases can help avoid problems such as:
- Need to purge with nitrogen to keep incompatible lubricants below explosive limits;
- Expensive and bulky equipment with interlocks that can fail;
- Risk of compression self-ignition when conventional lubricants come into contact with an oxygen surge;
- Failure of the lubrication system due to oxidation, attack by aggressive chemicals or solvents;
- Flammability and volatilization of base oil of standard lubricants;
- Bearing failure due to tars and paints;
- Frequent relubrication.
Battle-tested high-performance lubricants
Krytox high-performance lubricants have been independently studied and tested by companies and organizations such as Air Liquide, BAM, NASA, and General Dynamics, and their compatibility with oxygen and other reactive chemicals has been confirmed.
