{"id":40981,"date":"2026-10-16T12:02:59","date_gmt":"2026-10-16T10:02:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/non-categorizzato\/"},"modified":"2026-10-16T12:05:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T10:05:12","slug":"refrigeration-compressor-oil-which-one-to-use-with-ammonia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/blog\/refrigeration-compressor-oil-which-one-to-use-with-ammonia\/","title":{"rendered":"Refrigeration compressor oil: which one to use with ammonia"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#f7f7f7&#8243; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;15px&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; 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column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Key points on refrigeration compressor oil<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-check\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n<li>Oil for ammonia refrigeration compressors must be selected based on the compressor and the operating conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Viscosity, cold-temperature behavior, and separation from the refrigerant all contribute to system reliability.<\/li>\n<li>Petro-Canada Lubricants&#8217; REFLO\u2122 fluids are formulated to protect compressors and help contain maintenance requirements.<\/li>\n<li>REFLO\u2122 Synthetic 68A is used in ammonia compressors serving blast-freezing tunnels.<\/li>\n<li>Mascherpa will be at Cibus Tec 2026 with lubrication and maintenance solutions for food processing plants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]In <strong>frozen food<\/strong> <strong>production<\/strong> and <strong>food<\/strong> <strong>storage<\/strong>, <strong>continuous <\/strong><strong>refrigeration<\/strong> is essential. The <strong>compressor<\/strong> must deliver <strong>reliable performance<\/strong>, while the circuit must operate within the conditions required by the process. <\/p>\n<p>The choice of <strong>refrigeration compressor oil<\/strong> also contributes to this balance. Lubricant carryover, filter clogging, and residue formation can increase maintenance requirements and come with a loss of system efficiency. <\/p>\n<p>In <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/oli-per-compressori-ad-ammoniaca\/\"><strong>ammonia compressors<\/strong><\/a>, dedicated <strong>fluids<\/strong> must therefore be used, evaluating<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>compatibility<\/strong> with the <strong>refrigerant<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>viscosity<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li><strong>behavior<\/strong> at <strong>low temperatures<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/blog\/lubrificanti-per-compressori-refrigeranti-con-la-gamma-reflo\/\"><strong>REFLO\u2122<\/strong><\/a><strong> range from <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/petro-canada-2\/\"><strong>Petro-Canada Lubricants<\/strong><\/a>, a <strong>Mascherpa<\/strong> partner, meets the requirements of these applications in the <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/alimenti-e-bevande-3\/\"><strong>food industry<\/strong><\/a>.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;40975&#8243; 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text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Index<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#1\">Choosing oil for ammonia refrigeration compressors<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#2\">Protecting the compressor and maintaining reliable refrigeration<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#3\">Viscosity and low-temperature behavior<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#4\">Fluid stability and system cleanliness<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#5\">Oil separation and refrigeration circuit management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#6\">REFLO\u2122 solutions for food industry applications<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#7\">REFLO\u2122 Synthetic 68A for low-temperature refrigeration<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#8\">Applying REFLO\u2122 solutions in blast-freezing tunnels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#9\">Reducing maintenance requirements and operating costs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#10\">Frequently asked questions about refrigeration compressor oil<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#11\">Mascherpa at Cibus Tec 2026 with solutions for ammonia refrigeration compressors<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Choosing oil for ammonia refrigeration compressors<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>Compatibility with the refrigerant<\/strong> is one of the first criteria in selecting an <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/\"><strong>industrial lubricant<\/strong><\/a> for <strong>refrigeration compressors<\/strong>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/olio\/\"><strong>oil<\/strong><\/a> must be suitable for <strong>ammonia<\/strong> and for the conditions in which the system operates, in accordance with the compressor manufacturer&#8217;s recommendations. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Food processing plants<\/strong> can host different types of service side by side. <strong>Oils<\/strong> for <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/lubrificanti-industriali\/oli-per-compressori-ad-aria\/\"><strong>air compressors<\/strong><\/a>, including <strong>H1 solutions<\/strong> for <strong>air<\/strong> and <strong>process<\/strong> applications, meet different requirements than <strong>fluids<\/strong> intended for <strong>ammonia<\/strong> compressors. Their presence within the same plant does not make the two types of lubricant interchangeable.  <\/p>\n<p>For the <strong>refrigeration circuit<\/strong>, the evaluation must focus on the relationship between <strong>fluid, refrigerant, and operating conditions<\/strong>. <strong>Cold<\/strong>&#8211;<strong>temperature behavior<\/strong>, <strong>stability<\/strong> during operation, and <strong>management<\/strong> of <strong>oil<\/strong> <strong>separation<\/strong> all affect the choice of formulation. <br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;2&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Protecting the compressor and maintaining reliable refrigeration<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]In <strong>blast-freezing tunnels<\/strong>, <strong>blast chillers<\/strong>, and cold <strong>storage<\/strong> <strong>systems<\/strong>, the lubricant must <strong>support<\/strong> <strong>compressor<\/strong> <strong>operation<\/strong> under the conditions required by the application.<\/p>\n<p>Protecting components from <strong>wear<\/strong> and <strong>limiting<\/strong> <strong>fluid<\/strong> <strong>degradation<\/strong> helps keep the <strong>system<\/strong> <strong>reliable<\/strong>. The choice of oil must therefore take into account both <strong>mechanical protection<\/strong> and its <strong>behavior<\/strong> during <strong>service<\/strong>. <br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;3&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Viscosity and low-temperature behavior<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>Viscosity<\/strong> must be suited to the <strong>compressor&#8217;s<\/strong> <strong>requirements<\/strong> and to the operating <strong>temperatures<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Its <strong>variation<\/strong> with <strong>changing<\/strong> <strong>temperature<\/strong> is also essential: the fluid must retain characteristics compatible with the lubrication required during operation.<\/p>\n<p>In cold applications, <strong>fluidity and pumpability<\/strong> are particularly important. These properties must be evaluated on the specific product, together with the circuit conditions and the manufacturer&#8217;s specifications. <br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;4&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Fluid stability and system cleanliness<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]The <strong>stabilit\u00e0 all\u2019ossidazione<\/strong> helps <strong>limit<\/strong> <strong>oil<\/strong> <strong>degradation<\/strong> and the <strong>formation<\/strong> of <strong>residues<\/strong>. An ammonia compressor fluid formulated to keep the system clean can help reduce <strong>clogging<\/strong>, <strong>replacements<\/strong>, and <strong>maintenance<\/strong> <strong>interventions<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Petro-Canada&#8217;s REFLO\u2122<\/strong> fluids are developed to <strong>resist<\/strong> <strong>degradation<\/strong> and protect equipment. In food refrigeration, these characteristics support the <strong>operational continuity<\/strong> of plants dedicated to the <strong>processing<\/strong> and <strong>storage<\/strong> of <strong>products<\/strong>. <br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;5&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Oil separation and refrigeration circuit management<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>Oil carryover in the circuit<\/strong> is a <strong>critical issue<\/strong> to consider when <strong>lubricant<\/strong> <strong>consumption<\/strong> <strong>increases<\/strong> or <strong>problems<\/strong> of <strong>operating<\/strong> the <strong>food processing plant<\/strong> occur.<\/p>\n<p>In <strong>ammonia compressors<\/strong>, <strong>solubility in the refrigerant<\/strong> and the <strong>separation<\/strong> <strong>behavior<\/strong> between <strong>oil<\/strong> and <strong>gas<\/strong> are relevant factors in fluid selection. Limiting <strong>unwanted circulation<\/strong> of the oil helps ensure proper management of the <strong>refrigeration circuit<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Volatility<\/strong> and <strong>resistance<\/strong> to <strong>deposit<\/strong> <strong>formation<\/strong> also affect <strong>maintenance<\/strong> requirements. The evaluation must relate the product&#8217;s properties to the actual conditions of the plant, especially in cases of frequent top-ups, clogged filters, or unstable temperatures. <br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;6&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>REFLO\u2122 solutions for food industry applications<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]The choice of <strong>refrigeration compressor oil<\/strong> must start from the duty that the <strong>refrigeration system<\/strong> is required to perform. A plant serving <strong>blast-freezing tunnels<\/strong> may have different requirements than a system intended for <strong>refrigerated storage<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p>It is necessary to know the <strong>model<\/strong> of the <strong>compressor<\/strong>, the operating <strong>temperatures<\/strong>, and the <strong>lubricant<\/strong> currently in use. In the event of anomalies, information on <strong>oil consumption<\/strong>, <strong>frequency<\/strong> of <strong>replacement<\/strong> of <strong>filters<\/strong> and temperature trends also becomes useful. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Mascherpa<\/strong> supports companies in selecting fluids for ammonia compressors based on their application requirements.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_cta btn_style=&#8221;arrow-animation&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;span&#8221; link_type=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color=&#8221;default&#8221; text_color=&#8221;#3452FF&#8221; button_border_thickness=&#8221;0px&#8221; alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; alignment_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; alignment_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; display=&#8221;block&#8221; display_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; display_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; link_text=&#8221;Learn more&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/blog\/lubrificanti-per-compressori-refrigeranti-con-la-gamma-reflo\/&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;7&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>REFLO\u2122 Synthetic 68A for low-temperature refrigeration<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>REFLO\u2122 Synthetic 68A<\/strong> is a synthetic fluid based on <strong>polyalphaolefins and alkylbenzene<\/strong>, formulated for ammonia <strong>refrigeration<\/strong> <strong>compressors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>It is also intended for applications with very low evaporator temperatures, such as <strong>blast chillers<\/strong>. The formulation combines <strong>stability<\/strong> to <strong>oxidation<\/strong> and <strong>low volatility<\/strong> to help keep the <strong>system<\/strong> <strong>clean<\/strong> and limit <strong>oil consumption<\/strong> and <strong>replacements<\/strong>. It also contains an <strong>agent<\/strong> designed to limit <strong>shrinkage<\/strong> of the <strong>seals<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n<p>Its field of application includes ammonia compressors with evaporator temperatures <strong>above -51 \u00b0C<\/strong>. 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text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Applying REFLO\u2122 solutions in blast-freezing tunnels<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]A frozen food manufacturer was experiencing <strong>efficiency losses<\/strong> in its <strong>ammonia<\/strong> <strong>refrigeration<\/strong> <strong>system<\/strong> serving <strong>blast-freezing<\/strong> <strong>tunnels<\/strong>. <strong>Oil<\/strong> was being <strong>carried over<\/strong> into the <strong>circuit<\/strong>, filters were <strong>clogging<\/strong>, and <strong>evaporator<\/strong> <strong>temperatures<\/strong> were <strong>unstable<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p><strong>REFLO\u2122 Synthetic 68A<\/strong> was adopted, a synthetic fluid with <strong>low solubility in the refrigerant<\/strong> and <strong>excellent pumpability<\/strong> at <strong>very low temperatures<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In the plant, the fluid separates from the gas and remains in the crankcase. <strong>Filters no longer clog<\/strong> and <strong>freezing temperatures remain stable<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p>The choice of lubricant thus helped <strong>restore regularity<\/strong> to the <strong>process<\/strong>, addressing <strong>critical issues<\/strong> affecting both circuit <strong>maintenance<\/strong> and <strong>control<\/strong> of <strong>temperatures<\/strong>.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;40508&#8243; 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This is especially important in cases of oil carryover, high consumption, or filter issues.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Can REFLO\u2122 Synthetic 68A be used in freezing plants?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]REFLO\u2122 Synthetic 68A is used in ammonia refrigeration systems, including blast chillers and plants serving blast-freezing tunnels. Its field of application covers evaporator temperatures above \u221251 \u00b0C; suitability must be verified for each individual system.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Do air compressor oils and refrigeration oils have the same applications?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]The applications are different. H1 fluids for air and process compressors meet the requirements of that service, while the REFLO\u2122 fluids covered in this article are intended for ammonia refrigeration. 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