HYDRAULIC / TRANSMISSION OILS
Applications:
- STEEL PLANTS
- COAL MINES
- FOUNDRIES
ALLSYN FR SERIES
FIRE RESISTANT HYDRAULIC SERIES
No. FS-316
Performance Characteristics:
AllSyn FR Series fluids can be used in any equipment designed for traditional mineral oil fluids. The products are fire resistant, for applications where fire hazard is a concern, and limit the spread of the fire through their self-extinguishing properties. In addition to fire resistance, these fluids provide excellent biodegradability, are non-irritating, contain no hazardous ingredients and are not toxic to aquatic life, making them ideal for use where better environmental protection is required. They are not water soluble and can be removed from collector systems by standard skimming techniques.
Typical Applications:
AllSyn FR Series hydraulic fluids have found widespread application in many industries including steel plants, coal mines and foundries. When properly maintained, AllSyn FR Series fluids have a useful life comparable to that of mineral oil fluids and offer lubrication levels comparable to that of premium anti-wear hydraulic fluids.
Material Compatibility:
Elastomers:
The following chart contains our recommendations regarding the use of AllSyn FR Series in commonly used elastomers. Three categories of elastomer applications are listed. “Static” refers to trapped nonmoving seals such as O-rings in valve sub-plates and rigid, low pressure hose connections. “Mild Dynamic” applications include accumulator bladders and hose linings where the hoses are exposed to high pressure and light flexing. “Dynamic” refers to cylinder rod seals, pump shaft seals and constantly flexing hydraulic hose.
Metals:
AllSyn FR Series is compatible with iron and steel alloys and most nonferrous metals and their alloys. It is not
compatible with lead, cadmium, zinc, and alloys containing high levels of these metals. Suitable substitutes for these materials are available and should be used.
Paints and Coatings:
AllSyn FR Series is compatible with multi-component epoxy coatings. It is not compatible with zinc based coatings.
Conversion Procedures:
Mineral oil based fluids:
AllSyn FR Series fluids are miscible with nearly all mineral oil type hydraulic fluids. To convert a system simply drain and refill with AllSyn FR. For proper fire resistance, at least 95% of the oil based product must be removed.
Water glycol (HFC) and invert emulsions (HFB):
AllSyn FR Series fluids are not miscible or compatible with water containing fluids and these fluids must be removed from the system. Drain reservoir and lines. Remove residual fluid by circulating AllSyn FR and draining. Refill system with fresh fluid. Repeat until residual fluid is less than 1% of system volume.
Phosphate ester:
AllSyn FR Series fluids are compatible with some, but not all phosphate esters. Testing prior to conversion is recommended. Please contact Frontier Performance Lubricants Inc. “Technical Services” department prior to conversion for testing and conversion recommendations.