Product information

Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N Edition 10.08, replaces edition 07.08

Art.No. 012229, 012230, 012231, 012232, 012233, 012234, 012235, 012236, 012237 en MA-TM/HSi
Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N
Synthetic high-performance gear- and multipurpose oils



Benefits for your application


The oils meet the requirements according to DIN 51 517 03, CLP. Corresponding
gears can be switched to Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils without prior consultation with the
gear manufacturer provided the general application notes are observed.
Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils offer a high scuffing load resistance. Gears are sufficiently
protected against scuffing even at high peak loads.
The oils' high micropitting resistance offers sufficient protection to gears that are
subject to high loads and would normally be susceptible to this type of damage.
Much longer service life than mineral oils due to the excellent ageing and oxidation
resistance of the base oil; thus maintenance intervals can be extended and in certain
cases even lifetime lubrication is possible.
Owing to the wide service temperature range a single viscosity grade can cover both
low and high temperatures in many applications.
The optimum friction behaviour of the PAO base oil reduces power losses and
improves efficiency.
The good wear protection of both gears and rolling bearings ensures that the service
life calculated for the lubricated components is achieved.
The excellent viscosity-temperature behaviour supports the formation of a sufficient
lubricating film even at elevated and high temperatures.
Seals made of 72 NBR 902, 75 FKM 585 and 75 FKM 170055 are resistant to
Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils. Leakage and contamination are prevented.
Approved by Flender, SEW Eurodrive, Getriebebau Nord, Stber Antriebstechnik, ZAE
Antriebstechnik, David Brown, F.L. Smidth, etc.


Description
Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils are gear- and
multipurpose oils based on polyalphaolefin.
They have a high resistance to scuffing and
micropitting as laid down in FVA No. 54.

The good antiwear characteristics of the
Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils were also proven
for rolling bearings in the standard FAG FE 8
test rig for gear oils.

The Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils are
particularly resistant to ageing and oxidation.
They have a good viscosity-temperature
behaviour and excellent low- and high-
temperature characteristics.

They also offer good corrosion protection and
are neutral towards most nonferrous metals,
elastomers and interior paints that are
commonly used in gear construction.


Application
The Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils were specially
developed for the lubrication of spur-, bevel-
and planetary gears that are subject to high








































Product information
Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N
Synthetic high-performance gear- and multipurpose oils

Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N Edition 10.08, replaces edition 07.08
Art.No. 012229, 012230, 012231, 012232, 012233, 012234, 012235, 012236, 012237 en MA-TM/HSi
loads. Such gears are frequently used in the
wind-, steel-, mining- and sugar industries.

The Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils are also used
for the lubrication of worm gears with
steel/bronze material pairings.

They are also used for the lubrication of plain
and rolling bearings, all kinds of toothed
couplings, chains, guideways, joints, spindles
and pumps, especially in applications where
the equipment is exposed to elevated
temperatures or pronounced temperature
fluctuations.


Application notes
Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils can be applied by
means of immersion, immersion circulation or
injection.

The use of drip-feed oilers, brushes, oil cans
or suitable automatic lubricating systems is
also possible.

The low-viscosity varieties can also be
applied using oil mist lubrication.

Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils are miscible with
mineral oils. However, for the Klbersynth
GEM 4 N oils to deliver their full performance,
any residues of a previously used mineral oil
should not exceed 5 % in quantity.

For use at permanent temperatures of 80 C
max., seals made of 72 NBR 902 may be
used. For higher temperatures, seals made
of 75 FKM 585 or 75 FKM 170055 should be
chosen.

It should be noted that elastomers from one
or several manufacturers can behave
differently; therefore tests should be
performed.

Viscosity selection

When determining the oil viscosity for gears,
the manufacturer's instructions take priority.

In cases where there are no gear
manufacturer's instructions, the viscosity can
be selected in accordance with the enclosed
worksheet "Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils
selection of oil viscosity for gears".

To determine the correct oil viscosity for
bearings, please observe the bearing
manufacturer's instructions.

For determining the actual viscosity, please
refer to the enclosed viscosity-temperature
diagram indicating the differing viscosity-
temperature behavior of Klbersynth GEM 4
N oils as compared to mineral oils.


Minimum shelf life
The minimum shelf life is approx. 36 months
if the product is stored in its unopened
original container in a dry, frost-free place.


Pack sizes
20 l canister
200 l drum


Material safety data sheets
Material safety data sheets can be
downloaded or requested via our website
www.klueber.com. You may also obtain them
through your contact person at Klber
Lubrication.
















































Product information
Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N
Synthetic high-performance gear- and multipurpose oils

Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N Edition 10.08, replaces edition 07.08
Art.No. 012229, 012230, 012231, 012232, 012233, 012234, 012235, 012236, 012237 en MA-TM/HSi

Product data

Klbersynth GEM 4-
32N 46N 68N 100N 150N 220N 320N 460N 680N
ISO VG DIN 51 519 32 46 68 100 150 220 320 460 680
Density, DIN 51 757,
at 15 C, [kg/m], approx.

840

840

850

850

850

850

850

850

860
Kinematic viscosity,
DIN 51 561 pt. 01
at 40 C, [mm
2
/s], approx.
at 100 C, [mm
2
/s], approx.


32
6


46
8


68
11


100
14


150
20


220
27


320
36


460
47


680
62
Viscosity index,
DIN ISO 2909

135

140

140

150

150

155

155

160

160
Flash point COC,
DIN ISO 2592, [C]

200

200

200

200

200

200

200

200

200
Pour point,
DIN ISO 3016, [C], approx.

-50

-40

-40

-40

-40

-40

-35

-30

-30
Foaming characteristics,
ASTM D 892,
sequence I, II und III, [ml]
100/10
Copper corrosion,
DIN EN 2160, 3h/ 100 C,
corrosion degree

1-100
Corrosion protection on steel,
DIN ISO 7120


0 A
Ageing characteristics,
ASTM D 2893, increase in
viscosity, [%]
< 6
FZG gear test rig, A/8.3/90,
DIN ISO 14635-01, scuffing
load stage
12 14
Rolling bearing test rig FE 8,
D 7,5/80-80, DIN 51 819-3,
wear of rolling elements, [mg]
wear of cage [mg]]

< 20
< 150
Service temperature range*,
[C]
-50 to
140
-40 to 140 -30 to 140
* Service temperatures are guide values which depend on the lubricant's composition, the intended use and the application method. Lubricants change their
consistency, apparent dynamic viscosity or viscosity depending on the mechano-dynamical loads, time, pressure and temperature. These changes in
product characteristics may affect the function of a component.








































Product information
Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N
Synthetic high-performance gear- and multipurpose oils

Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32680 N Edition 10.08, replaces edition 07.08
Art.No. 012229, 012230, 012231, 012232, 012233, 012234, 012235, 012236, 012237 en MA-TM/HSi









































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Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32 .... 680 N

Synthetic high-performance gear and multipurpose oils
Product information 5.536 e Edition 07.08, replaces edition 10.03
Code-No.: 012 229, 012 230, 012 231, 012 232, 012 233, 012 234, 012 235, 012 236, 012 237 MA-TM/HSI
Worksheet Selection of oil viscosity for gears


The manufacturers instructions on oil viscosity take priority in any case. If the viscosity is
not calculated e. g. on the basis of the EHD theory, it can be selected in accordance with this worksheet. Selection is
based on DIN 51 509 Pt 1, Selection of lubricants for toothed gears. All information in this worksheet applies only to
Klbersynth GEM 4 - N oils. The differing viscosity-temperature and viscosity-pressure behaviour of these synthetic
oils as compared to mineral oils has been taken into account.
The correct viscosity must be selected independently for any gear stage, and a compromise
is required for multi-stage gears. The selection of the correct viscosity in accordance with this worksheet is based on
the oils expected operating temperature, i.e. the oil sump temperature or the temperature of the injected oil. This
temperature is calculated by determining the gears thermal economy, taking into account the produced losses, or, in
the case of gears already installed, by measuring the temperature. It might be required to select a lower viscosity to
ensure lubricant supply during a cold start and at low ambient temperatures. In the individual case it is necessary to
check the viscosity at the existing starting temperature (especially in the case of oil circulation lubrication), or to test
the components at the expected starting temperature (especially in the case of immersion lubrication).
The required viscosity grade of the Klbersynth GEM 4 N oils for a gear stage is determined by means of the
required Klber viscosity index and the oils expected operating temperature using the diagram on the last page.

Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32 .... 680 N

Synthetic high-performance gear and multipurpose oils
Product information 5.536 e Edition 07.08, replaces edition 10.03
Code-No.: 012 229, 012 230, 012 231, 012 232, 012 233, 012 234, 012 235, 012 236, 012 237 MA-TM/HSI
Determination of the Klber viscosity index for a spur gear stage:

The required Klber viscosity index for a spur gear stage is calculated using the force-speed factor in accordance
with table 1.


Table 1:

Force-speed factor K
S
/v

m
s MPa
Klber viscosity index KVZ
0,02 1
> 0,02 bis 0,08 2
> 0,08 bis 0,3 3
> 0,3 bis 0,8 4
> 0,8 bis 1,8 5
> 1,8 bis 3,5 6
> 3,5 bis 7,0 7
> 7,0 8

v = Peripheral speed at the reference circle [m/s]
K
S
= Rolling pressure acc. to Stribeck [N/mm, MPa]
[ ] MPa mm N K Z Z
U
U
d b
F
A H
t
, /
1
K
2 2 2
1
S

+

F
t
= Nominal peripheral force [N]
b = Tooth width [mm]
d
1
= Diameter of reference circle [mm]
U = Gear ratio = Z
2
/Z
1
; Z
2
> Z
1

Z
H
= Distribution factor
*1

Z

= Contact ratio
*1

K
A
= Application factor
*2


*1
Note: Determination of Z
H
and Z

according to DIN 3990 Pt 2. For a rough calculation 3 Z Z

2 2
H

.
*2
Note: Guide values for K
A
are listed in DIN 3990 Teil 6.


Example 1: Single-stage spur gear driving a fan

Drive: Electric motor
Nominal peripheral force: F
t
= 3000 N
Tooth width: b = 25 mm
Diameter of reference circle: d
1
= 230 mm
Gear ratio: U = 2,5
: Z Z
2 2
H
3
K
A
= 1
Peripheral speed: v = 4 m/s
Rolling pressure acc. to Stribeck: K
S
= 2,2 MPa
Force-speed factor: K
S
/v = 0,55
m
s MPa

Acc. to table 1, Klber viscosity index: KVZ = 4
Expected oil sump temperature: 90 C

For this application we selected Klbersynth GEM 4 - 220 N in accordance with the diagram on page 4).

Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32 .... 680 N

Synthetic high-performance gear and multipurpose oils
Product information 5.536 e Edition 07.08, replaces edition 10.03
Code-No.: 012 229, 012 230, 012 231, 012 232, 012 233, 012 234, 012 235, 012 236, 012 237 MA-TM/HSI
Determination of the Klber viscosity index for a worm gear stage:

The required Klber viscosity index for a worm gear stage is calculated in accordance with table 2.

Table 2:

Force-speed factor K
S
/v

2
m
min N
Klber viscosity index KVZ
60 5
> 60 bis 400 6
> 400 bis 1800 7
> 1800 bis 6000 8
> 6000 9


Force-speed factor K
S
/v =

2
A
3
1
2
m
min N
K
a n
T

T
2
= Output moment [Nm]
n
1
= Worm speed [min
-1
]
a = Center distance [m]
K
A
= Application factor
Note: Guide values for K
A
are listed in DIN 3990 Pt 6.


Example 2:

Worm gear stage of a gear motor driving a circular conveyor

Antriebsmaschine: Elektromotor
Output moment: T
2
= 300 Nm
Worm speed: n
1
= 500 min
-1

Center distance: a = 0,08 m
Application factor: K
A
= 1
Force-speed factor:
2
S
m
min N
9 , 1171 v / K

=
Klber viscosity index acc. to table 2: KVZ = 7
Expected ol sump temperature: 85 C

For this application Klbersynth GEM 4 460 N was selected in accordance with the diagram on page 4.

Klbersynth GEM 4 - 32 .... 680 N

Synthetic high-performance gear and multipurpose oils
Product information 5.536 e Edition 07.08, replaces edition 10.03
Code-No.: 012 229, 012 230, 012 231, 012 232, 012 233, 012 234, 012 235, 012 236, 012 237 MA-TM/HSI



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Viscosity-temperature diagram
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10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140
... - 320
... - 46 ... - 32
... - 680
... - 460
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