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RENISO

Refrigeration Oils
2018/2019
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LUBRICANTS.
TECHNOLOGY.
PEOPLE.

We are completely focused on high-quality lubricants and


related specialties.
We develop innovative and reliable solutions for a wide variety
of applications.
We value the high level of commitment of our employees and
their trusting interaction with one another.
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Facts and figures


FUCHS Group
Established 3 generations ago as a family-owned business
Position: No. 1 worldwide among the independent suppliers
of lubricants
Companies worldwide: 58
Employees: Almost 5,000 employees
Product program: A full range of over 10,000 lubricants
and related specialties

FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH


100% subsidiary of FUCHS PETROLUB SE
Headquaters: Mannheim
Further production plants Wedel, Kiel
Employees: More than 800 employees
Certifications: IATF 16949, DIN ISO 14001,
BS OHSAS 18001, ISO 50001
References: Leading lubricant manufacturer for the
German automotive industry

FUCHS is a global Group with German roots that develops, FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH works with a team of more
produces and distributes lubricants and related specialties. than 800 specialists on 3 subsidiaries across Germany to
guarantee the satisfaction of our customers.
We have more than 100,000 customers, including compa-
nies from the following fields: automotive suppliers, OEM, In close contact with its customers FUCHS develops
mining and exploration, metalworking, agriculture and custom-made, innovative and reliable solutions for the
forestry, aerospace, power generation, mechanical most diverse applications. Whatever their requirements we
engineering, construction and transport, as well as steel, have the ideal lubricant for their specific applications and
metal and cement industries, yet also companies in the food processes. In our tech­nology center we link interdisciplinary
industry, glass production sector and the casting and for- expertise in a quick and efficient way – and work on innova-
ging industry – and many others. tive lubricant solutions to meet the demands of today and
tomorrow every single day.
Founded in 1931 as a family business in Mannheim today  
there are more than 58 operating companies with almost FUCHS lubricants stand for performance and sustainability,
5,000 employees in more than 40 countries under the for safety and reliability, for efficiency and cost savings.
umbrella of FUCHS PETROLUB SE. FUCHS is the world's They represent a promise: technology that pays off.
largest provider among the independent lubricant manu-
facturers.
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Index

06–07 10–15 18–33


The development of high- Physical and chemical data of Synthetic refrigeration oils
performance refrigeration oils refrigeration oils

08–09 16–17 34–37


Requirements and classification Mineral oil-based refrigeration oils The FUCHS service program
of refrigeration oils
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Refrigeration oils play an important role


in the area of lubricants and lubrication
technology. The expected long life of
refrigerant compressors largely depends
on the quality of the used refrigeration
oil.

Apart from favourable solubility char-


acteristics with the refrigerant, good
low-temperature flowability, high ther-
mal stability, good ageing resistance and
high chemical stability in the presence
of refrigerant are additional important
parameters.

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Overview of RENISO products 4 good reasons for using RENISO Notes
refrigeration oils

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Refrigeration oil selection RENISO product portfolio
guide for industrial systems
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The development of
high-performance refrigeration oils

The interaction with other substances, in particular with the refriger­ant, at


fluctuating high and low temperatures creates very specific demands on the
lubricant in the circuit.

The principal function of a refrigeration oil is to adequately Particularly during start-up periods oil enrichment due to
lubricate all moving parts in the refrigerant compressor. pronounced oil foaming as a result of dissolved refrigerant
Depending on the type of compressor, heat must also be can occur. When the refrigerant evaporates the oil then
dissipated and compression chambers and valves have to be cools down. If the flowability of the remaining oil is not suf-
sealed. ficient (due to high viscosity and/or poor refrigerant misci-
bility), reliable return to the compressor is not possible. The
The compressor type, the efficiency of the oil separator, the compressor, on the other hand, requires a certain viscosity of
design of the refrigeration system, the operating parame- the oil-refrigerant mixture. The optimum operating viscosity
ters, the refrigeration oil selection etc. are responsible for of the lubricant – subject to the influence of the refrigerant
varying amounts of oil present in the refrigerant circuit. Oil (pressure- and temperature-related dissolution of refrig-
content in the system usually can reach ranges from 1 to 5% erant) – thus represents a compromise between minimum
and in special cases also higher values. To ensure reliable viscosity required for reliable compressor lubrication and
oil circulation and to ensure that the oil returns from the the necessary low-temperature flowing properties needed
“cold” part of the circuit, refrigeration oils with satisfactory to ensure sufficient oil circulation in the circuit.
miscibility in the corresponding refrigerant are used.

Scheme of refrigeration circuit System 1: System 2:


Dry evaporation Flooded evaporator

Oil separator
Condenser

Gaseous
Refrigerant refrigerant

Refrigerant collector Oil-


enriched
Oil- fluid phase*
Oil-enriched fluid phase*
refrigerant
Compressor
Refrigerant-enriched mixture
fluid phase*

Refrigerant-
Expansions enriched
valve fluid phase*
Oil-refrigerant mixture
Evaporator

*In the area of the miscibility gap: When the density of the refrigerant-enriched phase is greater than the density of the oil-enriched phase.
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Research and Development –


under the sign of climate protection
Our research and development department deals with These FUCHS in-house laboratory test rigs guarantee
comprehensive researches on refrigeration oils with all exceptional expertise: Specific customer setups can be
relevant refrigerants. examined and suitable lubricants can be selected and
continously improved.
In general sustainable refrigerants are becoming more
and more important. Low GWP refrigerants (GWP = Global Because of the new challenges also for refrigeration oils
Warming Potential = contribution of a refrigerant to the which are coming up owing to the commencement of the
global warming) like e.g. carbon dioxide (GWP=1) and pro- European F-gases regulation (EU no. 517/2014) a reliable
pane (GWP=3), but also synthetic fluorinated alternatives and innovative manufacturer of lubricants like FUCHS be-
like R1234yf and R1234ze(E) (both GWP<1) are already comes a more and more important partner in refrigeration
increasing in their use. On the contrary the use of common technology.
refrigerants like R404A (GWP=3940) will decrease rapidly.
Product portfolio:
At FUCHS comprehensive stability tests are performed with
the Sealed Tube apparatus in special laboratory equip-  Mineral oil-based refrigeration oils
ment. Miscibility and solubility tests of refrigeration oils
 Synthetic refrigeration oils based on alkyl benzenes
with diverse refrigerants are performed. The very latest
laboratory technology together with specially-constructed  Synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyalphaolefins
test rigs allow wear protection trials to be performed on
 Synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyol esters
refrigeration oil and refrigerant mixtures.
Long-term trials of hermetically-sealed compressors in  Synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyalkylene glycols
gas circuits can also be performed on FUCHS test rigs. The
 Synthetic refrigeration oils for CO2 applications
thermal and chemical stability of refrigerant-oil mixtures
can be evaluated in special, high-pressure autoclaves.  Synthetic refrigeration oils for HFO refrigerants
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REQUIREMENTS AND CLASSIFICATION


OF REFRIGERATION OILS

DIN 51503 describes the minimum requirements which refrigeration oils have to fulfil. This standard
applies to oils which are used to lubricate and cool refrigerant compressors while under the influence of
the refrigerant.

For hydrocarbon refrigerant also so called gas compressor oils can be applied, e.g. RENOLIN LPG 185 in
combination with propane or propene. It has to be considered that these lubricants are not dried during
production and therefore may have to undergo a drying procedure prior to be filled in refrigerant
equipment.
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The classification of refrigeration oils according to


DIN 51503, part 1 (2011) is in line with the refrigerants
used in the refrigeration system

KAA KAB KB
Refrigeration oils not miscible with Refrigeration oils miscible with ammo- Refrigeration oils for carbon dioxide
ammonia – mineral oils and/or syn- nia – generally polyalkylene glycols (CO2) – synthetic polyol esters (POE),
thetic oils – based on polyalphaolefin (PAG). The water content of fresh PAG polyalkylene glycols (PAG) or polyal-
(PAO) or alkyl benzene (AB) or hydro- lubricants used in ammonia applica- phaolefins (PAO). POE oils generally
genated mineral oils. tions should not exceed 350 ppm. offer good CO2 miscibility. PAG oils
In most cases, highly-refined, napht- and CO2 only allow limited miscibility
henic refrigeration oils are used as (larger miscibility gap with CO2). Syn-
KAA products. Hydrogenated mineral thetic, polyalphaolefin-based refrig-
oils and PAO get more and more eration oils are not miscible with CO2.
important.

KC KD KE
Refrigeration oils for partly and fully Refrigeration oils for partly and fully Refrigeration oils for hydrocarbons
halogenated fluorinated and chlorina- fluorinated hydrocarbons (HFC, FC) – (e.g. propane, isobutane) – mineral
ted hydrocarbons (CFC, HCFC) – as a as a rule, polyol esters (POE) or oils or synthetic oils based on alkyl
rule, mineral oils and alkyl benzenes polyalkylene glycols (PAG). The refri- benzene, PAO, POE or PAG. According
(in some cases ester oils also possible). geration oils described in group KD to the oil group, the maximum permis-
Mostly highly-refined, naphthenic are polar products with pronounced sible fresh oil water content should
mineral oils and specially treated alkyl hygroscopic characteristics. For fresh not exceed 30 ppm for mineral oils
benzenes (alkylates) are used. The polyol esters (POE) the water content and alkyl benzene, 50 ppm for PAO,
water content of fresh KC oils should should not exceed 100 ppm. Polyalky- 100 ppm for POE and 350 ppm for
be < 30 ppm. If the water content is lene glycols (PAG) are often used in PAG.
higher, there is a danger of undesirab- a/c systems. Their maximum fresh-oil
le reactions with the refrigerant which water content should not exceed
can lead to the decomposition of the 350 ppm.
oil-refrigerant mixture.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA


OF REFRIGERATION OILS

Additional information on the characteristics of refrigeration oils is included in the appendix to


DIN 51503, part 1. Important parameters such as the flocculation point with corresponding refrigerants,
copper corrosion, electrical conductivity in correlation with water content, Falex lubricity test or the
modified Almen-Wieland test under refrigerant atmosphere are included. The appendix also names the
corresponding PVT diagrams (Daniel Plots) of the oil-refrigerant combinations.

The water contents given in DIN 51503, part 1, are the maximum permissible values of the fresh oils.
Refrigeration oils should be delivered in gas-tight metal packages which allow no moisture to ingress even
after longer periods of storage. When handling refrigeration oils care should be taken that the containers
are always resealed and that partly used containers should be used up as soon as possible or alternatively
stored with filled-in inert gas atmosphere.
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Typical data to characterize a refrigeration oil

Colour according to DIN ISO 2049:


Colour is product specific and can vary between crystal-clear because it is suitable for both refrigeration oil without
(colour number 0) and dark brown (colour number 5). additives as well as refrigeration oil with additives.
Undissolved water (free water) can also be determined
Density according to DIN 51757: using the Water-Xylol method (DIN ISO 3733). The content
Density refers to the mass of a fluid in relation to its of water in refrigeration oils is very low when compared to
volume. In general to characterize a refrigeration oil the other lubricants, refrigeration oils are normally used
density at 15 °C is reported. The density of a refrigeration “ultra-dried”.
oil is largely dependent on the temperature of the fluid
because the volume increases with higher temperature. Pourpoint according to DIN ISO 3016:
Density correspondingly falls at higher temperatures. The pourpoint shows the lowest temperature at which an
oil still flows when it is cooled down under defined condi-
Neutralization number according to DIN 51558-1: tions. According to DIN ISO 3016 the sample is cooled down
The neutralization number serves to determine the amount and its flowing behaviour is tested in 3K steps. The pour-
of acidic components in a lubricant. Acids can corrode point and threshold viscosity define the lowest temperature
materials which come into contact with refrigeration oils. at which a pure refrigeration oil can be used. However, the
High levels of acids which can be created by oxidation, pourpoint and flowing characteristics of refrigeration oils
hydrolysis or ageing are therefore undesirable. The neutra- are significantly affected by the proportion of dissolved ref-
lization number is shown in mg KOH/g. A comparison with rigerant. Dissolved refriger­ant significantly reduces the
fresh oil values is essential when evaluating a used refrige- pourpoint, i.e. a refrigeration oil can be used at far lower
ration oil. The neutralization numbers of refrigeration oils evaporation temperatures (exception: flooded ammonia
are very low compared to other lubricants. They are in the evaporation systems) than the pourpoint of the pure oil
region of < 0.1 mg KOH/g. would suggest. The amount of refrigerant dissolved in re-
The neutralization number is identical with the so called frigeration oil is given by pressure-viscosity-temperature
total acid number (TAN) acc. to ASTM D974. charts (PVT diagrams) of oil-refrigerant mixtures, also
known as Daniel Plots.
Water content according to DIN 51777:
Determining water content according to Karl Fischer, Flashpoint according to DIN ISO 2592:
DIN 51777, Part 1 – direct method, Part 2 – indirect The flashpoint of a refrigeration oil provides information
method. Water content according to Karl Fischer shown on the base oil or base oil-mixtures used. The flashpoint can
as mg/kg (=ppm: parts per million) is determined by titra- also be used to provide indirect information about the
tion. The quantity of dissolved water in refrigeration oils vapour-pressure behaviour of refrigeration oils. The lowest
can only be determined with this method. It is recommen- tem­­­perature at which a naked flame ignites the vapour
ded to apply the indirect method acc. DIN 51777 Part 2 above the surface of the fluid is called the flashpoint.
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Typical data to characterize


a refrigeration oil

Miscibility behaviour of FUCHS RENISO TRITON SEZ 32 with R134a Phase separation into
oil-rich and refrigerant-rich phase
120 (in glass tubes in FUCHS R&D)
Phase separation
90
Temperature [°C]

60 Oil-rich
phase

Full miscibility
30

0 Refrige-
rant-rich
phase
-30
Phase separation

-60
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Concentration [mass % oil in R134a-oil mixture]

Refrigerant miscibility according to DIN 51514: Refrigerant compatibility according to ASHRAE 97-2007:
The miscibility behaviour of the refrigeration oil with The compatibility of the refrigerant with the refrigeration
various refrigerants is shown in miscibility gap diagrams. oil is of fundamental importance. In the Sealed Tube Test
acc. to ASHRAE 97-2007: “Method to test the chemical sta-
This behaviour is determined in pressure resistant glass bility of materials for use within refrigerant systems” a test
tubes or in autoclaves. Different concentrations of oil- tube or autoclave is filled with a defined quantity of oil and
refrigerant mixtures are tested. The oil-refrigerant mixture fluid refrigerant and a catalyst (pieces of iron, copper, alu-
is homogenized and cooled (respectively heated) in a de- minium). The test is performed at 175 °C for 14 days. At the
fined way (in 3K steps). If the oil and refrigerant separate end of the test the oil is evaluated for changes, its neutral-
into two fluid phases (the phase separation is characterized ization number is tested and the surface of the metal pieces
by turbidity or emulsion formation in the initially clear is examined for changes.
fluid), this is the miscibility gap or the point of threshold
solubility. These points from different concentrations form Chemical stability:
a phase diagram, more commonly known as the miscibility The chemical stability of a refrigeration oil depends on
gap diagram. a number of important factors including an ex­­tremely low
water content in the system. Refrigeration oils with high
The refrigerant miscibility of the lubricating oil in the coo- water contents must be replaced. The diagram on page 13
ling circuit is of decisive importance to oil transportation shows the moisture absorption (hygroscopicity) of refrige-
and to the overall efficiency of the refrigeration system as a ration oils. Different refrigeration oils have been stored in
whole. Phase separations can lead to operating malfunc- open containers at 20 °C and 60 % relative humidity and the
tions especially in heat exchangers, evaporators and in col- increase in moisture pres­ent in the refrigeration oils has
lectors. Insuf­ficient oil return not only affects the function been recorded: Non-polar lubricants such as mineral oil and
of control valves but can also lead to inadequate lubrication polyalphaolefin which normally have water contents of less
and compressor breakdowns. than 30 ppm show no significant increase in water content.
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Water absorption (hygroscopicity) of Water content according to DIN 51777-2


refrigeration oils

Time [h]
1.000
0 4 24 72
900
 PAG ISO VG 46 70 1,350 5,100 7,000
800

700  POE ISO VG 32 30 280 700 1.350


Water content [ppm]

Water
600  POE ISO VG 80 30 150 370 600
content
500 [ppm]
 POE ISO VG 170 15 130 230 350
400
 Mineral oil/ 10 15 20 20
300 PAO ISO VG 68

200

100
Test conditions
0 20°C ambient temperature
0 4 8 12 16 20 24 60% relative humidity
Time [h] Oil is stored in open can

Polyol esters (POE), which are described as polar, hygrosco- HCFC, react chemically with water when subject to high
pic lubricants, display a continously rising water content. temperatures and this can also reduce oil stability.
An increase to over 200 ppm water in the POE oil cannot be
tolerated. The diagram also shows the increase in water Well-known indicators of oil ageing are an increase in
content in relation to viscosity. Low viscous ester oils absorb neutralization number (acid number) and copper plating.
moisture more rapidly than high viscous ester oils. PAG re- Copper plating means that copper (e.g. from the tubing)
frigeration oils, which are mostly used in a/c systems with is chemically dissolved in the oil and then deposited else-
R134a and R1234yf, are even more hygroscopic. PAG lubri- where, usually on mechanically-stressed metal surfaces such
cants absorb large quantities of moisture in relatively short as pistons, valves, etc. This can cause problems to machine
time and thus rapidly exceed permissible thresholds of parts with only small tolerances. Copper plating occurs
about 800 ppm water in used oils. when the oil acidifies. This process is accelerated by mois-
ture in the system and with advanced oil ageing.
Thermal stability:
The exposure of lubricating oils to high temperatures Testing the ammonia-stability of refrigeration oils
over longer periods of time can lead to the formation of accord­ing to DIN 51538:
decomposition products which can cause serious problems. An ammonia-saturated stream of air is passed through the
Ageing stability is thus an important lubricant selection cri- refrigeration oil to be tested. This test lasts for 168 hours at
terion. Decomposition processes are generally complex che- 120 °C in the presence of a steel catalyst. The base number
mical reactions which are catalyzed by metals such as cop- (in mg KOH/g) of the thus aged oil is used as a criterion to
per, iron or aluminium. Also water in the system can lead to evaluate the stability of the refrigeration oil when in cont-
the formation of decomposition prod­ucts. act with ammonia and oxygen in the air (deviation from
fresh oil value, measured acc. to DIN ISO 3771).
Experience shows that an increase in temperature of 10K
doubles the speed of ageing. Some refrigerants, especially
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Typical data to characterize


a refrigeration oil

Kinematic viscosity according to DIN EN ISO 3104: charts, Daniel Plots) which are product and refrigerant speci-
Viscosity (the "thickness of the oilfilm") is the most impor fic. These diagrams show how much of a particular refriger-
tant characteristic describing the load-bearing capacity of ant dissolves in the oil under certain pressure and tempera-
an oil. Refrigeration oils along with other industrial lubri- ture conditions and how the kinematic viscosity of the
cants, are classified according to their kinematic viscosity refriger­ation oil changes as a result. These figures form the
into ISO Viscosity Grades. The reference temperature is basis for evaluating the compressor lubrication under opera-
40 °C and the official unit of kinematic viscosity is m2/s but in tion conditions.
the lubrication world, the units mm2/s or cSt are more com-
mon. DIN 51519 defines 18 different viscosity grades from 2 In the past refrigeration systems were operated with
to 1000 mm2/s at 40 °C for fluid industrial oils. Every viscosity chlorinated CFC/HCFC refrigerants. The chlorine compounds
grade is described by the mean viscos­ity at 40 °C and the in these products acted as anti wear (AW) additives. This
permissible deviation of +/- 10 % of this value. addition­al protection is no longer available from chlorine-
free refrigerants. Today’s refrigerants thus need corres-
pond­ingly good lubricity.
Dynamic & kinematic viscosity:
To achieve reliable protection against wear the use of
The arithmetical correlation between dynamic and high-performance additives (AW additives) in combination
kinematic viscosity is described by the following with selected suitable base fluids is essential.
equation:
Mixture viscosity and vapour pressure; Daniel Plot;
= η  /   PVT diagram
The influence of the refrigerant dissolved in the oil on visco-
= kinematic viscosity sity is illustrated by PVT diagrams, otherwise known as
η = dynamic viscosity Daniel Plots. In these, saturation vapour pressure and mix-
= fluid density ture viscosity at defined concentrations are shown against
temperature. The lower diagram (see next page) shows, for
example, the amount of refrigerant dissolved in the oil at a
The viscosity of an oil falls with rising tem­perature. The certain temperature and the corresponding system pressure.
Viscosity Index (VI) describes this temperature dependence
and is calculated according to DIN ISO 2909 from the kine- Example: Point A: 60 °C, 6 bar –> 90 % oil / 10 % refriger­ant.
matic viscosity at 40 °C and 100 °C. A suitably high lubricant
viscosity is necessary to form a load-bearing lubricating film The resulting mixture viscosity can be taken from the upper
in the bearings, cylinders etc. of the compressor. However diagram (see also next page) where the lines for the given
in the refrigerant circuit itself the oil should have the lowest temperature and for the corresponding percentage of oil
possible viscosity to secure reliable oil transport. Refrigera- dissolved in the refrigerant cross.
tion oils of various vis­cosities are used depending on the
type of compressor and the application in question. The vis- Example: Point A: 60 °C, 90 % –> 13 mm2/s.
cosity to be applied is normally specified by the compressor
manufacturer. The resulting mixture viscosity at various pressures and tem-
peratures shows the influence of refrigerant dissolved in
This information alone is often not enough to evaluate the the oil. This influence of refrigerant on oil viscosity is based
suitability of a refrigeration oil for a particular application. on the suction pressure in the case of piston compressors
Additional, interesting information is provided by the and the outlet pressure (pressure in the oil separator) in the
corresponding pressure-viscosity-temperature charts (PVT case of screw compressors.
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Refrigeration Oils for applications using fluorinated refrigerants:


RENISO TRITON SE / SEZ based on polyol esters (POE)
Example: Kinematic viscosity and vapour pressure (Daniel Plot) RENISO TRITON SE 55 – R134a mixture

10.000
5.000
1.000
500
200
100
60
40
Kinematic viscosity [mm2/s]

20
4 bar A
13 100% Oil
10
8 6 bar
8 bar 90% Oil
6
5 10 bar
80% Oil
4
3 70% Oil

1
-25 0 25 50 60 75 100
Temperature [°C]

35

30

25

20 70% Oil
Pressure [bar]

80% Oil
15

10
90% Oil
A
6
5

0
-25 0 25 50 60 75 100
Temperature [°C]

All % figures represent mass of oil in the refrigerant.


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REFRIGERATION OIL
PRODUCT GROUPS
Mineral oil based refrigeration oils

Example: Miscibility of RENISO WF 5 A with R600a (miscility gap diagram)

120

90
Temperature [°C]

60

30 Complete miscibility, no phase separation between -60 °C and +90 °C

-30

-60
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Concentration [mass % oil in R600a-oil mixture]
Photo: Nidec

RENISO K series RENISO WF series


Highly refined, naphthenic mineral stability in the presence of ammonia Selected, highly refined cuts with spe-
oils, free of additives. The RENISO K and their worldwide availability, these cial anti-wear additives. The RENISO
series can be used in NH3 systems as oils play an important role in conven- WF series – in the viscosity grades ISO
well as for HCFC applications (e.g. for tional NH3 refrigeration systems. VG 5-15 are perfect for the lubrication
R22). As a result of their good ageing of hermetically sealed refrigerator
compressors which use isobutane
(R600a) as refrigerant. Diagrams of
RENISO
WF 5 A with isobutane (R600a) see
page 17 please.

The use of low viscous RENISO WF


refrigeration oils in modern compres-
sors can achieve significant improve-
ments in energy efficiency.

Photo: GEA Refrigeration Germany


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Refrigeration oils for Isobutane (R600a) applications:


RENISO WF based on mineral oil
Example: Kinematic viscosity and vapour pressure (Daniel Plot): RENISO WF 5 A-R600a mixture

200

100
90
70
60
50
40
30
Kinematic viscosity [mm2/s]

20

10
9
7 100% Oil
6
5
4
90% Oil
3

2 80% Oil

70% Oil
1
0,9
0,7
0,6
0,5
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
Temperature [°C]

9
8
7
6
5
4
3 70 % Oil

2 80 % Oil

90 % Oil
Vapour pressure [bar]

1
0,8
0,7 95 % Oil
0,6
0,5
0,4
97,5 % Oil
0,3

0,2

0,1
0,09
0,08
0,07
0,06
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

Temperature [°C]

All % figures represent mass of oil in the refrigerant.


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Synthetic refrigeration oils

Determination of the flowability of refrigeration oils for NH3:


U-Tube-Test (DIN 51568)
RENISO UltraCool 68 & RENISO SYNTH 68
significantly better low temperature flowability than mineral oils and alkyl benzenes
 preferable for low evaporating temperatures

Photos: GEA Bock 15


Flow velocity [mm/min]

10
Limit flow velocity
= 10mm/min

 PAO RENISO SYNTH 68  Alkyl benzene RENISO S 68


 synth. HC RENISO UltraCool 68  Mineral oil RENISO KC 68
0
-50 -45 -40 -35 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0
Temperature [°C]

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RENISO S / SP series RENISO SYNTH 68


Chemically and thermally highly stable Thermally stable polyalphaolefin (PAO) with excellent cold flowing properties for NH3
alkyl benzene (AB) oils. A special refi- systems with highly stressed compressors and low evaporation temperatures. Due to its
ning treatment during the production outstanding cold flow properties RENISO SYNTH 68 is also recommended for the use in
process further improves the low tem- plate evaporators with narrow tubing diameters – especially for low temperatures.
perature properties as well as the che- RENISO SYNTH 68 can also be used as a refrigeration oil for R723 (dimethyl ether-
mical and thermal stability of these ammonia-mixture) and for CO2 applications (not miscible with CO2). Due to its benefi-
oils. These products display outstan- cial solubility behaviour (low dilution) and its extraordinary viscosity-temperature-
ding additive solubility. Because of behaviour (high VI) RENISO SYNTH 68 is also very suitable for the use with hydrocar-
their favourable miscibility with HCFCs bons like propane (R290) or propylene (R1270).
even at low temperature RENISO SP
series products are recommended for RENISO UltraCool 68 and RENISO UltraCool 100
R22 and its mixtures. RENISO UltraCool refrigeration oils are used for ammonia refrigeration plants with
The RENISO SP grades containing AW deep evaporation temperatures down to < -45 °C. Due to their thermal stability
additives are not suitable for NH3 sys- RENISO UltraCool oils avoid the formation of oil deposits and sludge in the compres-
tems. The RENISO S series does not sor. According to this maintenance costs of the refrigeration plant (filter replace-
contain AW additives and is recom- ment, inspection work etc.) can be considerably reduced. RENISO UltraCool oils
mended for NH3 applications. show outstanding low evaporation rates which are significantly lower than that of
RENISO S / SP series products can also conventional and that of hydrotreated mineral oils. In practice this means that there
be used with HCFCs refrigerants such is less oil loss in the compressor (lower oil carry-over) which ends up in lower oil top-
as R22. up volumes. This is also an important point with regard to cost savings in the refrige-
ration plant. RENISO UltraCool refrigeration oils combine the very good cold flow
and high temperature properties of synthetic hydrocarbons with good elastomer
properties (good compatibility with CR sealants) as they are only known from mine-
ral oil products.
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Evaporation losses of refrigeration oils for NH3 acc. ASTM D972 :


150° / 22h / air flow rate 2l/min
RENISO UltraCool 68 & RENISO SYNTH 68
significant lower evaporation loss in comparison to mineral oils and hydrotreated
oils  less oil losses / less oil consumption

12
10,7%
10
Evaporation losses [%]

6 5,2%
4,3%
4
2,0%
2
0,3%
0

 Mineral oil ISO VG 68 competitor product  RENISO UltraCool 68


 RENISO KC 68  RENISO SYNTH 68
 Mineral oil hydrotreated ISO VG 68 competitor product
Photos: Bitzer

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RENISO TRITON SE / SEZ series


Synthetic refrigeration oils based on thermally and chemically highly stable reactions can occur if excessive water
polyol esters (POE), special mono- and/or dipentaerythritol esters. content in the oil and extreme stress
Due to their good miscibility these polyol ester oils are perfectly suited for appli- combine. It is therefore necessary to
cations with HFC/FC refrigerants such as R134a, R404A, R407C etc.. Comprehen- ensure that these products do not
sive tests have been performed on the use of these products with R22 drop-in come into contact with water or mois-
refrigerants such as R422A/D and R417A. Similarly RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ pro- ture during storage, handling or ope-
ducts are also recommended for use with partially-fluorinated propane and ration. All RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ pro-
butane derivate (e.g. R245fa, R236fa, R227ea) in heat pumps and expanders ducts are ultra-dried and filled into
(ORC systems, waste heat recovery). gas-tight metal cans and drums in
RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ oils are already successfully introduced in applications nitrogen atmosphere.
with use for low GWP refrigerants of the HFO family (Hydrogenated Fluorinated
Olefins). Comprehensive laboratory tests as well as practical experiences with
R1234yf, R1234ze(E) and numerous HFO/HFC mixtures already exist. FUCHS is a
very dedicated lubrication partner in many projects with these new HFO and
HFO/HFC refrigerants and will continually develop its range of lubricants in this
field.

RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ lubricants can also be used in cooling / refrigeration appli-
cations with hydrocarbon refrigerants like propane (R290) or propylene (R1270).
Due to their high viscosity indices RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ products prove to have
excellent cold flow properties and a highly stable lubricating film under high
temperature conditions in hydrocarbon applications. All RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ
products are characterized by excellent stability and outstanding lubricity.
All ester oils tend to absorb water. In extreme cases, hydrolytic decomposition
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Synthetic refrigeration oils

Polyalkylene glycols (PAG)


RENISO PG 68 and RENISO GL 68
Synthetic, NH3-miscible refrigeration
oils based on special polyalkylene gly-
cols (PAG) with an additive system
designed to provide enhanced ageing
stability.

The selected synthetic components


display excellent viscosity-temperature
behaviour and good thermal stability.
RENISO PG 68 and RENISO GL 68 were
specially developed for NH3 systems
which use the direct evaporation prin-
ciple (RENISO PG 68 and GL 68: with
ammonia miscible oils).

High water content in the ammonia


refrigeration plant can lead to chemi-
cal reactions between PAG refrigera-
tion oils and aluminium compressor
parts. These PAG oils should therefore
be used in ultra-dried form. Mixing
with mineral oils should also be avoi-
ded. Suitable filter dryer systems to
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bons. They display minimal hydrocar- RENISO C series


bon solubility which guarantees that RENISO C series products are based on special synthetic, thermally stable polyol
an effective lubrication film is formed esters. They have an excellent miscibility behaviour together with CO2 which
even at high specific loads. RENISO secures safe oil transport and proper heat transfer in the cooling circuit.
PG 68 and RENISO GL 68 form in con- RENISO C refrigeration oils contain a special additive system which reliably pro-
tact with liquid hydrocarbons an own tects highly-stressed compressors – as often found in CO2 systems – from wear
lubricant phase (phase separation / (see next page please).
miscibility gap).
RENISO C series products can be used for both subcritical (e.g. low temperature
RENISO PAG 46 and RENISO PAG 100 cooling stages in supermarket cascade systems) and transcritical applications
Selected polyalkylene glycols (PAG) for (e.g. in bus A/C systems and medium temperature cooling stages in supermar-
automotive air conditioning systems kets). RENISO C series products are already used successfully for more than 15
which use R134a as refrigerant. Also years in CO2 refrigeration systems. Approvals from leading compressor manufac-
recommended for the use in ammonia turers have been issued.
dry expansion (DX) systems (NH3-mis-
cible oils). RENISO PAG 46 and PAG
100 are also reliable lubricant solu-
tions in systems with hydrocarbons as
refrigerants (e.g. propane, propylene).
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Test in FUCHS axial roller bearing test rig

Test conditions:
140 °C / 50 bar CO2 / axial loading
8 kN / 800 min-1.
Comparison of roller and bearing
surface wear after 20 hours.

(Photos above)
POE ISO VG 170 without additives:
pitting, wear.

(Photos below)
RENISO C 170 E, POE ISO VG 170
with anti-wear additives:
no wear.

RENISO ACC 68 RENISO ACC HV – for vehicle a/c systems


RENISO ACC 68 was particularly RENISO ACC HV (ISO VG 68) was developed in years of joint research work
developed for the use in trans-critical together with leading compressor manufacturers and OEMs for the use in CO2
CO2 applications such as air conditio- vehicle air conditioning systems.
ning applications and heat pump sys-
tems. RENISO ACC 68 is formulated on RENISO ACC HV is based on double end-capped polyalkylene glycols (PAG) and
the basis of special thermally-stable contains an efficient additive system to increase the wear protection and the
synthetic polyalkylene glycols. Highly chemical-thermal stability.
effective additives ensure a reliable
wear protection also under extreme RENISO ACC HV totally fulfills the high requirements on refrigeration oils for CO2
operating conditions (high tempera- vehicle air conditioning systems.
ture, high pressure ratio).
RENISO ACC HV is also suitable for electrically driven air compressors in electric
vehicles - for both cooling and heat pump operation.
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Synthetic refrigeration oils

10.000
Lubricants for
CO2 applications 1.000
500 100% oil

Kinematic viscosity [mm2/s]


Refrigeration oils for CO2 (R744) 100 95% oil
applications: 50
RENISO C based on POE
90% oil
20
Example: 
kinematic viscosity and vapour 85% oil
10
pressure (Daniel-Plot):
RENISO C 55 E – CO2 mixture
5
0
-40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100
Temperature [°C]

100

50 oil
80%
Vapour pressure [bar]

oil oil
85% 90%

20
oil
95%

10

-40 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100


Temperature [°C]

Example:  30
Miscibility of RENISO C 55 E with CO2
20 Phase separation
(miscibility gap)
10
Temperature [°C]

-10
Complete miscibility
-20

-30

-40
Phase separation
-50

0 20 40 60 80 100
Concentration [mass % oil in CO2-oil mixture]
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 23

10.000

1.000
500 100% oil

Kinematic viscosity [mm2/s]


200
Refrigeration oils for CO2 (R744) 100
95% oil
applications:
50 90% oil
RENISO C based on POE
85% oil
20
Example: 
80% oil
kinematic viscosity and vapour
pressure (Daniel-Plot): 10
75% oil
RENISO C 85 E – CO2 mixture
70% oil
5
0
-20 0 20 40 60 80
Temperature [°C]

100
oil
70%
oil
75%
50
oil
80%
oil
Vapour pressure [bar]

85%
oil
90%
20
oil
95%

% oil
10 97,5

-20 0 20 40 60 80

Temperature [°C]

40
Example: 
Miscibility of RENISO C 85 E with CO2 Phase separation
(Miscibility gap) 20
Temperatur [°C]

0
Complete miscibility
-20

-40

-60
0 10 20 30 40 50 60

Concentration [mass % oil in CO2-oil mixture]


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RENISO TRITON SE / SEZ series


The use of environmentally acceptable refrigerants – i.e. re- rent molecular structure has also thermodynamic properties
frigerants with a reduced contribution to the global warming which are making a use as refrigerant possible. But the volu-
potential, so-called Low-GWP refrigerants (GWP = Global metric refrigerating capacity is appr. 25% below the capacity
Warming Potential) – is becoming even more important. of R1234yf resp. R134a.
In the meantime, with the EU regulation no. 517/2014 the
legal framework to reduce the impact of HFC refrigerants to Beside these pure substances mixtures of HFO refrigerants
the worldwide greenhouse effect is given. with HFC are also offered for having efficient refrigeration
media available which have a distinctly lower flammability as
To fulfill the valid emission limits during the next years (redu- R1234yf/R1234ze(E).
cing step by step the emission of HFC refrigerants to 21% of
the initial value until 2030) the application of refrigerants Initial promising experiences with these new HFO refrigerants
with a high GWP value will become more and more difficult. and HFO/HFC refrigerant mixture do already exist. As refrige-
Beside natural refrigerants like carbon dioxide, ammonia and ration oils for this substance group the new developed PAG
hydrocarbons the use of partly fluorinated olefins, so-called oils (RENISO PAG 1234) for vehicle air conditioning systems
HFO (Hydrogenated Fluorinated Olefin) refrigerants, will and the POE based RENISO TRITION SE/SEZ oils for stationary
increase. applications have proven to be reliable lubricants.

The refrigerant R1234yf (GWP <1) is already in use in air con- But for sure the steadily increasing practical experiences will
ditioning systems of new vehicle types as successor refrigerant be crucial for the evaluation of this new refrigerant class in
for R134a (GWP=1300). But R1234yf is at least disputed the future. FUCHS is involved in numerously projects and field
because of its flammability which leads to a classification into tests with HFO refrigerants and has thereby established itself
safety group A2L. R1234ze(E) (also GWP <1 and safety group as a reliable partner for the lubrication system in these sus-
A2L) which has the same chemical composition but a diffe- tainable low GWP applications.
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 25

The new F-gas regulation brings up challenging climate pro- measurements of RENISO TRITON SE 170 with R1234yf and
tection targets to the European refrigeration sector. Pure R1234ze(E). On request FUCHS customers can get more infor-
HFO substances and their blends with HFC refrigerants thus mation on solutions for HFO and HFO/HFC refrigerants by our
will play an important role due to their low GWP values (GWP experienced application engineers.
= Global Warming Potential) together with natural refrig-
erants. The HFO/HFC blends which are meanwhile available The following table shows relevant HFO/HFC refrigerants
commercially (or in some cases only in laboratory scale) in- which substitute the pure HFC refrigerants R134a, R404A,
clude a large number of new refrigerants. Actually not all of R507, R407C and R410A. To have a better overview and
these gases are classified by ASHRAE. because of the amount of published refrigerants blends this is
only an extract of the complete product range.
The new blends are not only different with regard to their
climate compatibility (their GWP) but also in their flammabili-
ty properties.

For FUCHS as innovation leader new developments in the


area of refrigerants are a challenge that we strive to master:
Evaluation of miscibility behaviour, stability tests and solubili-
ty and viscosity measurements of our RENISO refrigeration
oils in combination with the new HFO/HFC blends are in the
focus of our FUCHS R&D department. Extensive research
results are already available and new oil-refrigerant data are
constantly gained. Please have a look on page 28/29 for
example. Here you can find the solubility and viscosity
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Synthetic refrigeration oils

Lubricants for HFO refrigerants

HFO and HFO/HFC mixtures

Refrigerant GWP* Replacement for GWP* Composition Safety


HFO / HFC refrigerant HFC group**

R1233zd(E) 1 R123 / R245fa 858 Trans-1-chloro-3,3,3-Trifluorpropen A1

R1234yf <1 R134a 1300 2,3,3,3-Tetrafluorpropen A2L

R1234ze(E) <1 R134a 1300 Trans-1,3,3,3-Tetrafluorprop-1-en A2L

R1336mzz(Z) 2 R245fa 858 1,1,1,4,4,4-Hexafluor-2-buten A1

R444B 295 R22 / R407C 1760 / 1620 R32 / R152a / R1234ze(E) A2L

R448A 1270 R404A / R507A 3940 / 3990 R32 / R125 / R134a / R1234ze(E) / R1234yf A1

R449A 1280 R404A / R507A 3940 / 3990 R32 / R125 / R134a / R1234yf A1

R450A 547 R134a 1300 R134a / R1234ze(E) A1

R452A 1945 R404A / R507A 3940 / 3990 R32 / R125 / R1234yf A1

R452B 676 R410A 1920 R32 / R125 / R1234yf A2L

R454A 238 R404A / R507A 3940 / 3990 R32 / R1234yf A2L

R454B 467 R410A 1920 R32 / R1234yf A2L

R454C 146 R404A / R507A 3940 / 3990 R32 / R1234yf A2L

R455A 146 R404A / R507A 3940 / 3990 R1234yf / R32 / R744 A2L

R513A 573 R134a 1300 R134a / R1234yf A1

R514A 2 R123 79 R1336mzz(Z) / t-DCE B1

* GWP = Global Warming Potential acc. to IPCC AR5, time horizon 100 years
** Safety group acc. to ASHRAE 34: A1 = non-flammable; A2L = mildly flammable
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 27

Alternatives for the change to low GWP refrigerants

R134a R404A | R507A R410A


100

90

80

70
Composition in %

60

50

40

30

20

10

0
R513A R450A R1234yf R1234ze(E) R448A R449A R452A R454C R455A R454B R452B R32

 R1234yf  R1234ze(E)  R134a  R125  R152a  R32  R744

R134a R404A | R507A R410A


GWP

GWP

GWP

GWP

GWP

2.500

2.000
GWP

1.500

1.000

500

0
R513A R450A R1234yf R1234ze(E) R448A R449A R452A R454C R455A R454B R452B R32

 Safety group A1  Safety group A2L


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Synthetic refrigeration oils


10% R1234yf
1.000
Lubricants for 500 0% R1234yf
300
HFO refrigerants 200
30% R1234yf
100

2 bar
50

Kinematic viscosity [mm2/s]


Refrigeration oils for HFO 30

3 bar
20
applications:

4 bar
RENISO TRITON SE 170 based on POE

5 bar
10

6 bar
7

8 bar
Example: 

10 bar
5
Kinematic viscosity and vapour 20% R1234yf

12 bar

15 bar
pressure (Daniel-Plot):
3
RENISO TRITON SE 170-R1234yf

20 bar
mixture

25 bar
2

1
-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120
Temperature [°C]

34
32

f
4y
30

23
yf
28

R1
34
26

12
%
30
R
24

re
Vapour pressure [bar]

22

Pu
f
20 3 4y
18 R12
16 %
20
f
14 34y
12 R12
10 10%
8
6
4
2
0
-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120
Temperature [°C]

120
Example: 
Miscibility of RENISO TRITON
90
SE 170 with R1234yf (miscibility gap)
Complete miscibility Complete miscibility
60
Temperature [°C]

30
Phase separation
0

-30

-60
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70

Concentration [mass % oil in R1234yf-oil mixture]


RENISO Refrigeration Oils 29

10% R1234ze(E)
1.000
500 0% R1234ze(E)
300
200
100

1,25 bar
50

Kinematic viscosity [mm2/s]

1,5 bar
Refrigeration oils for HFO 30

2 bar
20
applications:

2,5 bar
RENISO TRITON SE 170 based on POE

3 bar
10

4 bar
7

5 bar
Example: 

6 bar
5
Kinematic viscosity and vapour 20% R1234ze(E)

8 bar

10 bar
pressure (Daniel-Plot):

12 bar
3
RENISO TRITON SE 170-R1234ze(E) 30% R1234ze(E)
mixture
2

1
-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120
Temperature [°C]

30
28

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e(E
26

E)

4z
ze(

23
24

34

R1
22

12

%
R
20

30
re
Vapour pressure [bar]

Pu
18 )
(E
16 4ze
23
14 R1
12 %
20 (E)
10 3 4ze
R12
8 10%
6
4
2
0
-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120
Temperature [°C]

120
Example: 
Phase separation
Miscibility of RENISO TRITON
90
SE 170 with R1234ze(E) (miscibility
gap)
60
Temperature [°C]

30
Complete miscibility
0

-30
Phase separation

-60
0 10 20 30 40 50 60

Concentration [mass % oil in R1234ze(E)-oil mixture]


30

Synthetic refrigeration oils

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RENISO PAG 1234 – for R1234yf


Using R1234yf as successor of R134a in automotive a/c sys- operation of the a/c system. Moreover RENISO PAG 1234
tems means a lot of challenges for the refrigeration oil in can be used without any restriction in R134a a/c systems as
the compressor. RENISO PAG 1234 on the basis of doub- well.
le-end-capped polyalkylene glycols (PAG) is characterized
by a good miscibility with R1234yf. Due to its newly Due to their comparatively polar structure PAGs absorb
developed additivation RENISO PAG 1234 ensures reliable water rapidly. This means that corresponding care must be
compressor lubrication and excellent wear protection. The taken when handling these products. The RENISO PAG
high thermo-chemical stability of RENISO PAG 1234 in com- series of products are ultra-dried and filled into gas-tight
bination with R1234yf guarantees a stable long-term containers (e.g. 250 ml cans) in nitrogen atmosphere.
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 31
32
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Synthetic refrigeration oils

Challenge e-mobility
The development of vehicles with completely or partly elec- FUCHS is working on many projects dealing with the
trical engines (hybrid vehicles) leads to higher requirements thermal management of modern electrical vehicles and
in terms of thermal management. Besides of the passenger is already offering diverse lubricants and refrigeration oils
area the battery in electrical vehicles also has to be cooled for different refrigerants and system options.
or heated. Only a permanently tempered battery guaran-
tees a reliable power supply and thus an optimized range of For this purpose you can directly contact our FUCHS appli-
the vehicle. cation engineering.

Because of the absence of engine heat in electrical vehicles


the heating operation becomes clearly more important.
Instead of conventional electrical heating systems the usage
of heat pump cycles is reasonable to increase efficiency and
the range of the vehicles.
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Sealed tube test

Warning values for used refrigeration oils and


explanations acc. to DIN 51503-2 (2015)

* In the case of kinematic viscosity manufacturer’s


specifications should always be observed.
** Larger deviations from fresh oil values are possible in
the case of ammonia refrigeration oils – acceptable in
the direction of a higher viscosity.

The lubricant / compressor / installation manufacturer


should be consulted if the warning values are exceeded.

KAA – Ammonia refrigeration oils (not miscible: e.g.


mineral oils, alkyl benzenes, polyalphaolefins)
KAB – Ammonia refrigeration oils (miscible: e.g.
polyalkylene glycols)
KB – CO2 refrigeration oils (CO2 miscible: e.g. polyol
esters, polyalkylene glycols, CO2 non-miscible: e.g.
polyalphaolefins)
KC – HCFC refrigeration oils (e.g. mineral oils, alkyl
benzenes, complex and polyol esters)
KD – HFC/FC refrigeration oils (e.g. polyol esters,
polyalkylene glycols)
KE – Hydrocarbon refrigeration oils (e.g. mineral oils,
alkyl benzenes, polyalphaolefins, polyalkylene
glycols, polyol esters)

Determining water content according to Karl Fischer

DIN 51777-1 (direct):


for refrigeration oils without additives

DIN 51777-2 (indirect): 


for refrigeration oils with and without additives
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 35

The FUCHS service program

High pressure autoclaves Miscibility behaviour Compressor test rig

FUCHS laboratory analysis system for


refrigeration oils
Focused on the specific requirements The determination of viscosity, water Thus, by means of the FUCHS labora-
of refrigerants FUCHS offers a labora- content, concentration of wear par- tory analysis system, maintenance
tory service which is designed to moni- ticles, additive content and the neut- costs can be reduced. This service also
tor the condition of refrigeration oils ralization number (for ammonia sys- allows to react in time if deviations in
in use. This support service helps to tems: Determination of the base num- the used oil compared to the fresh oil
guarantee the reliable operation of ber) enables the monitoring of values are registered.
refrigeration plants. refrigerating systems.

Warning values for used RENISO refrigeration oils (acc. to DIN 51503-2, 2015)

Brand name Group Deviation in Max. water content Neutralization number


kinematic viscosity [mg H2O/kg oil] [mg KOH/g]
at +40 °C [mm2/s]*

DIN EN ISO 3104 DIN 51777-1 DIN 51558-1


DIN51777-2
RENISO K KAA ** 100 –
Mineral oils KC ± 15% of fresh oil value 60 0,07
KE ± 15% of fresh oil value 80 0,1

RENISO SYNTH KAA ** 100 –


Polyalphaolefins (PAO) KB ± 15% of fresh oil value 80 0,1
KE ± 15% of fresh oil value 80 0,1

RENISO S/SP KAA ** 100 –


Alkyl benzenes (AB) KC ± 15% of fresh oil value 60 0,07
KE ± 15% of fresh oil value 80 0,1

KAB ** 500 –
RENISO PAG/ACC
KB ± 15% of fresh oil value 800 0,2
RENISO PG/GL
KD ± 15% of fresh oil value 800 0,2
Polyalkylene glycols (PAG)
KE ± 15% of fresh oil value 800 0,2

RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ KB ± 15% of fresh oil value 150 0,2


RENISO C KC ± 15% of fresh oil value 150 0,1
Ester oils KD ± 15% of fresh oil value 200 0,2
(POE, complex esters) KE ± 15% of fresh oil value 200 0,2
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The FUCHS service program

Logistic systems for refrigeration oils FUCHS high-tech lubricants


RENISO refrigeration oils are ultra-dried. PAG and POE are The use of innovative refrigeration oils requires experi-
hygroscopic, i.e. they tend to absorb water more rapidly enced and individual consultation. A detailed consultation
than hydrocarbon-based non-polar refrigeration oils such should therefore precede every change of application
as mineral oils, alkyl benzenes and PAOs. parameters. This guarantees that the optimum lubricant
system is selected. FUCHS lubrication specialists have
Our RENISO refrigeration oils are available in a variety of the experience and technical expertise to give qualified
user-friendly containers ranging from 1 litre cans through lubricant recommendations as well as helping to solve
to 1 m3 containers and special road tankers. All containers problems.
have passed long-term trials to test their ability to seal out
moisture.

Prior to shipping our logistics concept involves all 1 m3 con- A broad overview over the field of
refrigeration oils – including a lot of
tainers and tankers being permanently pressurized (with application engineering data and
dried nitrogen) to stop the ingress of moisture. A sophisti- diagrams for numerous oil-refrige-
rant-mixtures.
cated method of emptying and filling containers guaran-
tees that the water content in fresh deliveries is absolutely Available only in German from VDE
Verlag: ISBN 978-3-8007-3271-5
low. If required this can be certified on a document which
details key data such as product quantity, water content
and container pressure. We will be glad to supply you with
further information about our logistics system along with
technical product documentation.
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The advantages of our RENISO refrigeration oils: Refrigeration oils – our expertise

 Highest quality standards  R&D


RENISO products use the highest quality raw materials. – Experienced refrigeration oil development department
Development, production and filling are all subject to
 Test rigs
highest quality standards and controls.
– Compressor test rigs
 Joint product development – Component test rigs
Customers often need special solutions. We accept this
 Laboratories
challenge and together we develop suitable solutions
– High pressure autoclaves
which satisfy your applications and requirements.
– Low temperature baths
 Individual problem-solving – Stability test rigs (autoclaves, Sealed Tube Test)
All RENISO refrigeration oils have been carefully – Miscibility gap and flocculation point apparatus
developed, tested and formulated with years of acquired – Range of all common HFC / HFO refrigerants INA
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and greater economy.
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 Personal consulting – contact us now! – Stainless steel components and N2 (inert


What can FUCHS do for you in terms of products and gas) atmosphere during manufacturing and filling
service? Your personal contact person can tell you more. – Special containers
 Service
– Testing of used refrigeration oils and evaluation of
results
– Intensive consulting / application engineering
38

RENISO Overview of products


Brand name Description Density Flashp., Kin. Visc. Kin. Visc. VI Pour- Main application area
at 15 °C Clev. at 40 °C at 100 °C (Viscosi- point
[kg/m3] [°C] [mm2/s] [mm2/s] ty Index) [°C]

RENISO WF – Mineral oil based refrigeration oils

RENISO Special refrigeration oils for 827 134 5.0 1.7 95 –45 RENISO WF refrigeration oils
WF 5 A use with the refrigerant iso- are recommended for the lubri-
butane (R600a) – highly cation of hermetic refrigerator
RENISO refined, low flocculation 832 158 7.2 2.2 97 –42 compressors with the refriger-
WF 7 A point with R600a, containing ant isobutane (R600a). Due to
additives to improve wear special additive systems, the
RENISO protection and ageing stabi- 835 172 9.6 2.6 97 –42 RENISO WF refrigeration oils
WF 10 A lity. ensure the formation of a
DIN 51503 - KC, KE. wear-protecting lubricating
RENISO 883 164 15 3.1 9 –51 film at all operating tempera-
WF 15 A tures. RENISO WF refrigeration
oils are fully miscible with
R600a and also with all other
hydrocarbon refrigerants like
R290.

RENISO K – Mineral oil based refrigeration oils

RENISO Highly refined, naphthenic 881 202 32 4.9 63 –45 For all refrigeration systems
KM 32 mineral oils with high ageing using ammonia (NH3) or HCFC
stability, low pourpoint, refrigerants.
RENISO excellent low-temperature 894 204 46 5.8 47 –42 RENISO KES 100 is suitable for
KS 46 behaviour and particularly applications with high evapora-
good compatibility with the tion and condensation tempe-
RENISO following refrigerants: 894 223 68 7.4 58 –39 ratures, such as air-conditio-
KC 68 ammonia (NH3), HCFCs (e.g. ning applications, heat pumps
R22), hydrocarbons (e.g. - especially recommended also
RENISO propane R290, propylene 912 218 100 8.4 20 –33 for turbo compressors.
KES 100 R1270).
DIN 51503 - KAA, KC, KE.

RENISO S/SP – Fully synthetic refrigeration oils based on alkyl benzenes

RENISO Fully synthetic refrigeration 881 172 32 4.6 31 –39 Particularly good miscibility
SP 32 oils based on chemically and with HCFC refrigerants, such as
thermally stable alkyl benze- R22. Suitable for very low
RENISO nes. RENISO SP 32, 46, 100 875 199 46 5.6 26 –42 evaporation temperatures
SP 46 and 220 contain highly down to -80° C. RENISO SP
effective AW* additives (not products are also recommen-
RENISO suitable for NH3 applica- 871 190 100 7.9 11 –24 ded for use with Drop-In
SP 100 tions). Excellent miscibility refrigerants (R402A/B,
and excellent stability with R401A/B, etc.). Due to their
RENISO HCFC refrigerants (e.g. R22). 872 192 220 13.2 13 –27 excellent stability RENISO
SP 220 DIN 51503 - KC, KE . S / SP – products are suitable
for the lubrication of highly
stressed refrigerant compres-
sors.
RENISO SP 220 is especially
designed for the lubrication of
screw compressors.

RENISO RENISO S 3246 and RENISO S 877 180 40 5.1 17 –39 RENISO S 3246 and RENISO
S 3246 68 do not contain AW* addi- S68 – suitable for R22,
tives and are suitable for use hydrocarbons as well as NH3
RENISO with HCFC refrigerants, 869 188 68 6.2 –30 –33 applications.
S 68 hydrocarbons and NH3.
DIN 51503 - KAA, KC, KE.

* AW = Anti-Wear additives: additives to enhance the wear protection of the refrigeration oil under mixed friction conditions.
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 39

Brand name Description Density Flashp., Kin. Visc. Kin. Visc. VI Pour- Main application area
at 15 °C Clev. at 40 °C at 100 °C (Viscosi- point
[kg/m3] [°C] [mm2/s] [mm2/s] ty Index) [°C]

RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ – Fully synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyol esters (POE)

RENISO Fully synthetic refrigeration 1,003 248 20 4.4 133 –57 The RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ
TRITON SEZ 22 oils based on synthetic polyol products are perfectly suited
esters - especially suitable for for all refrigeration circuits in
RENISO non-ozone depleting FC / 1,004 250 32 6.1 141 –57 which chlorine-free refrige-
TRITON SEZ 32 HFC refrigerants, such as rants (HFCs / FCs), e.g.
R134a, R404A, R507, R134a are used. RENISO
RENISO R410A, R407C. Also 1,009 286 55 8.8 137 –48 TRITON SE/SEZ-refrigeration
TRITON SE 55 suitable for hydrocarbon oils are recommended for
refrigerants. As polyol ester hermetic, semi-hermetic and
RENISO oils strongly tend to absorb 972 258 68 8.9 104 –39 open piston compressors, as
TRITON SEZ 68 water (hygroscopic behavi- well as for screw and turbo
our), the contact of these compressors (depending on
RENISO 992 251 80 10.6 118 –39
lubricants with air (atmo- viscosity).
TRITON SEZ 80
spheric humidity) has to be Comprehensive tests have
limited to a minimum. been performed on the use
RENISO 970 266 100 11.4 100 –30
DIN 51503 – KD, KE. of RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ
TRITON SE 100
NEW: RENISO TRITON SE/ products with new refrige-
RENISO SEZ is also suitable for the 972 260 173 17.6 111 –27 rants designed to replace
TRITON SE 170 use with HFO and HFO/HFC R22, such as R422A/D and
refrigerants. R417A.
RENISO 976 294 220 19.0 98 –27 Comprehensive laboratory
TRITON SE 220 tests as well as practical
experiences with HFO and
HFO/HFC refrigerants alrea-
dy exist.

RENISO RENISO TRITON SEZ 320 was 1,016 278 310 33.0 148 –42 RENISO TRITON SEZ 320 is
TRITON SEZ 320 developed especially for used for the lubrication of
(complex ester) application with R22. screw compressors combi-
DIN 51503 – KC, KD. ned with mainly R22 (also
suitable for HFC).

RENISO For HFC/FC refrigerants. Spe- 1,015 256 34 6.3 138 –51 RENISO TRITON SEZ 35 SC
TRITON cially developed for scroll has a specific performance
SEZ 35 SC compressors. specification which is alig-
DIN 51503 – KD. ned on the use in scroll com-
pressors. Suitable for all
HFC/FC and HFO refriger-
ants.

RENISO SYNTH 68 / RENISO UltraCool – Fully synthetic refrigeration oils based on synthetic hydrocarbons (PAO)

RENISO Synthetic refrigeration oil 835 260 68 10.5 142 –57 RENISO SYNTH 68 has been
SYNTH 68 based on polyalphaolefins developed especially for the
(PAO). For NH3 applications lubrication of highly stressed
and hydrocarbon refriger- NH3 compressors.
ants. Also suitable for CO2 Excellent stability with NH3.
(not miscible with CO2). Excellent low temperature
DIN 51503 - KAA, KB, KE. flowability, suitable for
evaporation temperatures
NSF-H1-approved acceptable below -50°C.
as a lubricant with incidental Very good thermal stability.
food contact, for use in and Very good lubricity also in
around food processing hydrocarbon (propane
areas. R290, propylene R1270,
etc.) and CO2 applications
(not miscible with CO2).

RENISO Refrigeration oils based on 854 250 62 9.1 124 –48 RENISO UltraCool 68 and
UltraCool 68 synthetic hydrocarbons. UltraCool 100 combine high
Particularly developed for thermal stability (no varnish,
RENISO ammonia applications. 857 239 108 14.4 136 –46 no sludge) and low evapora-
UltraCool 100 DIN 51503-KAA. tion rate (low oil carry-over/
low oil loss) with good
elastomer compatibility (CR,
HNBR, NBR).
40

RENISO Overview of products


Brand name Description Density Flashp., Kin. Visc. Kin. Visc. VI Pour- Main application area
at 15 °C Clev. at 40 °C at 100 °C (Viscosi- point
[kg/m3] [°C] [mm2/s] [mm2/s] ty Index) [°C]

RENISO GL 68, RENISO PG 68 – Fully synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyalkylene glycols (PAG) for NH3 applications

RENISO Fully synthetic refrigeration 1,010 270 68 10.5 140 –42 RENISO PG 68 and GL 68 are
GL 68 oil based on polyalkylene gly- ultra-dried, synthetic refrigera-
cols (PAG), miscibility gap tion oils based on PAG for NH3
10% oil / 90% NH3: -22°C. systems which operate on the
NH3 – partly miscible refrig- principle of direct expansion.
eration oil (Linde), also suit- They differ in their miscibility
able for hydrocarbon appli- with NH3.
cations. Suitable for screw and recipro-
DIN 51503 - KAB, KE. cating piston compressors.
RENISO PG 68 and GL 68 are
also recommended for the use
RENISO Fully synthetic refrigeration 1,044 250 70 14.0 210 –52 with hydrocarbon refrigerants.
PG 68 oil based on polyalkylene gly-
cols (PAG), miscibility gap Warning:
10% oil / 90% NH3: -35°C. - PAG oils are not compatible /
NH3 – partly miscible refrig- miscible with mineral oil.
eration oil, also suitable for - PAG oils are hygroscopic.
hydrocarbon applications. Avoid any contamination with
DIN 51503 - KAB, KE. water or ambient air.
Please contact our FUCHS
application engineers.

RENISO PAG – Fully synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyalkylene glycols (PAG)

RENISO Synthetic refrigeration oils 992 240 55 10.6 187 –45 Refrigeration oils based on
PAG 46 based on special polyalky- polyalkylene glycols for appli-
lene glycols (PAG) for auto- cation with the refrigerant
RENISO motive air conditioning units 996 240 120 21.0 202 –45 R134a used in car and truck air
PAG 100 with R134a. NH3 – partly conditioning systems (a/c
miscible refrigeration oils. systems). RENISO PAG 100 is
Also suitable for hydrocar- especially suitable for vane
bon applications. compressors.
DIN 51503 – KAB, KD, KE. RENISO PAG 46 and PAG 100
are also recommended for the
use with hydrocarbon refrige-
rants and ammonia.

RENISO Synthetic refrigeration oil on 993 224 44 9.8 218 –45 RENISO PAG 1234 has been
PAG 1234 the basis of double-end-cap- newly developed for car
ped polyalkylene glycols air-conditioning systems with
(PAG). For vehicle a/c R1234yf. The product combi-
systems with R1234yf. Also nes both good miscibility pro-
suitable for R134a. perties and high thermo-che-
DIN 51503-KD. mical stability in contact with
the refrigerant. Basic fluid and
additivation of RENISO PAG
1234 guarantee best lubrica-
tion properties and wear pro-
tection.
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 41

Brand name Description Density Flashp., Kin. Visc. Kin. Visc. VI Pour- Main application area
at 15 °C Clev. at 40 °C at 100 °C (Viscosi- point
[kg/m3] [°C] [mm2/s] [mm2/s] ty Index) [°C]

RENISO ACC 68, RENISO ACC HV – Fully synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyalkylene glycols (PAG) for CO2 applications

RENISO Synthetic refrigeration oil 992 > 220 68 14.1 215 –42 Refrigeration oil based on
ACC 68 based on special, double-end thermally very stable, dou-
capped PAGs for for transcri- ble-end capped PAGs for
tical CO2 applications (indus- industrial transcritical CO2
trial and commercial applica- applications (particularly for
tions). air-conditioning and heat
DIN 51503 - KB. pump applications). Con-
tains special additives to
improve wear protection
and ageing stability.

RENISO Refrigeration oils for the use 991 229 65 13.5 216 –45 RENISO ACC HV was deve-
ACC HV in mobile A/C systems with loped in close collaboration
CO2 as refrigerant. with leading compressor
Base oil: double end-capped manufacturers and OEMs
PAG. specifically for CO2 air condi-
DIN 51503 - KB. tioning systems in vehicles.
RENISO ACC HV is based on
a chemical and thermal
extremely stable double
end-capped PAG fluid with
efficient additivation – espe-
cially with regard to wear
protection.

RENISO C – Fully synthetic refrigeration oils based on polyol esters (POE) for CO2 applications

RENISO Synthetic refrigeration oils 1,009 286 55 8.8 137 –48 The RENISO C products were
C 55 E based on special polyol especially developed for use
esters with anti-wear in applications with the
RENISO additives for use with the 993 246 80 10.6 118 –42 refrigerant CO2. Application
C 85 E refrigerant CO2 (subcritical fields: supermarket refriger-
and transcritical applica- ation equipment (subcritical
RENISO tions). 976 286 178 18.5 116 –33 deep-freeze stage of casca-
C 170 E Also suitable for HFC / FC de systems & transcritical
refrigerants. applications), ship cooling,
DIN 51503 - KB, KD. as well as nearly all fields of
industrial and commercial
refrigeration.

RENISO LPG – Fully synthetic gas compressor oils based on polyalkylene glycols (PAG)

RENOLIN Synthetic gas compressor oils 1,007 225 100 17.2 190 –37 RENOLIN LGP 100 and LPG
LPG 100 based on polyalkylene gly- 185 are characterized by a
cols (PAG). Suitable for pro- low solubility of hydrocar-
RENOLIN cess gases, refinery gases 1,002 229 185 30.1 205 –45 bon gases in the oil. Due to
LPG 185 (petroleum gases) and other the use of special PAG base
hydrocarbon-based gases oils, the dilution of the lubri-
(propane, propylene, cant in operation (drop in
butane, etc.) and their viscosity) is minimized. Thus,
blends. reliable wear protection and
excellent lubricating proper-
Attention: For RENOLIN ties are guaranteed.
LPG 100 and LPG 185 a Selected additives provide
drying process has to be additional security in terms
applied prior to using of thermal-oxidative stability
them as refrigeration oils. and wear protection of the
lubricant under gas atmo-
sphere.
42

Refrigeration oil selection guide


for industrial and commercial refrigeration systems

HCFC refrigerant applications

Refrigerant Evaporation Compressor type


temperature

ASHRAE Type from (°C) to (°C) Piston Screw Centrifugal


name (viscosity grade) (viscosity grade) (viscosity grade)

R22 HCFC -50 +10 32/46  32/46 P 68  68/100 P 68  68

R401A HCFC -20 +10 32/46 100 68

R402A HCFC -50 -30 32 100

R408A HCFC -50 -30 32 100

R409A HCFC -20 +10 32/46 100

Natural refrigerant applications

Refrigerant Evaporation Compressor type


temperature

ASHRAE Type from (°C) to (°C) Piston Screw Centrifugal


name (viscosity grade) (viscosity grade) (viscosity grade)

R290 Propane -30 +20 68 68 P 80 P * *P * *P

R1270 Propylene -30 +20 68 68 P 80 P * *P * *P

R600 Butane -30 +20 68 68 P 80 P * *P * *P

R600a Isobutane -30 +20 68 68 P 80 P * *P * *P

R717 NH3 -50 +10 68  68 P 68 46/68 46/68 P 46/68 68

R717 NH3 - DX -50 +10 68 P 68 68 P 68

R744 CO2 - subcritical -50 -10 55/80 P 68 170

R744 CO2 - transcritical -50 -10 80 P 68

HCFC = Hydrochlorofluorocarbon
HFC = Hydrofluorocarbon
HFO = Hydrofluoro-Olefin

RENISO SYNTH 68 / RENISO UltraCool 68 based on PAO / synthetic hydrocarbon


RENISO K series / RENISO TES 100 based on mineral oils (MO)
RENISO S/SP series based on alkyl benzenes (AB)
RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ series based on polyol esters (POE)
RENISO PG/GL/PAG based on polyalkylene glycols (PAG)
RENISO C series based on polyol ester for CO 2 (POE-C)
RENISO ACC 68 based on polyalkylene glycols for CO2 (PAG-C)
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 43

HFC & HFO refrigerant applications

Refrigerant Evaporation Art des Verdichters


temperature

ASHRAE Type from (°C) to (°C) Piston Screw Centrifugal


name (viscosity grade) (viscosity grade) (viscosity grade)

R23 HFC -100 -40 22/32

R134a HFC -30 +10 32/55 100/170/220 68

R32 HFC -15 +15 32/55 170/220

R404A HFC -50 -30 32/55 100/170/220 68

R407C HFC 0 +10 55/68 170/220

R410A HFC -45 +10 32/55 100/170/220 68

R410B HFC -25 +10 32/55 170/220 68

R417A HFC -15 +15 55/68 170/220 68

R422A HFC -45 -5 22/32/55 100/170/220 68

R422D HFC -45 +10 32/55 100/170/220 68

R427A HFC -40 +10 22/32/55 100/170/220 68

R507A HFC -40 0 32/55 100/170/220 68

R1233zd(E) HFO -10 +100 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R1234yf HFO -30 +10 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R1234ze(E) HFO -10 +25 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R1336mzz(Z) HFO -10 +150 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R444B HFO/HFC -30 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R448A HFO/HFC -40 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R449A HFO/HFC -40 +25 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R450A HFO/HFC -25 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R452A HFO/HFC -40 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R452B HFO/HFC -25 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R454A HFO/HFC -40 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R454B HFO/HFC -25 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R454C HFO/HFC -40 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R455A HFO/HFC -40 +15 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R513A HFO/HFC -25 +25 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

R514A HFO/t-DCE -10 +100 RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ* RENISO TRITON SE/SEZ*

P = Preferred recommendation
* Selection of viscosity grade acc. to recommendation of compressor manufacturer
 = Mineral oil with restricted suitability for very low evaporation temperatures (restricted cold flowability)
44

4 good reasons for using RENISO refrigeration oils

Performance comparison RENISO TRITON SEZ 80


versus standard polyol ester (POE) refrigeration oils.

1 High thermo-chemical stability


e.g. in Sealed Glass Tube Test
(ASHRAE 97-2007)
3 Low varnish / low sludge formation
e.g. in FUCHS In-house test (evaluation of oil
sludge in beaker with bearing roller after
168h/135 °C)

High stability No sludge

Standard POE RENISO TRITON SEZ 80 Standard POE RENISO TRITON SEZ 80
refrigeration oils refrigeration oils

2 Very good miscibility


with HFC/FC: e.g. in miscibility evaluation
(DIN 51514)
4 Reliable wear protection
e.g. in bearing wear testing (DIN 51819-3)

Good miscibility No wear

Standard POE RENISO TRITON SEZ 80 Standard POE RENISO TRITON SEZ 80
refrigeration oils refrigeration oils
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 45

The RENISO product portfolio

Product group Refrigerant Refrigeration oil

Mineral oils (MO) for NH3 and R22 RENISO KM 32


RENISO KS 46
RENISO KC 68
RENISO KES 100

for hydrocarbons (e.g. R600a - hermetic compressors) RENISO WF 5 A


RENISO WF 7 A
RENISO WF 10 A
RENISO WF 15 A

Synthetic hydrocarbons for NH3 RENISO UltraCool 68


RENISO UltraCool 100

Polyalphaolefin (PAO) for NH3, CO2 (not miscible) and hydrocarbons RENISO SYNTH 68

Polyalkylene glycols (PAG) for NH3 (miscible with NH3) and hydrocarbons RENISO PG 68
RENISO GL 68

Alkyl benzenes (AB) for R22 and hydrocarbons RENISO SP 32


RENISO SP 46
RENISO SP 100
RENISO SP 220

for R22, hydrocarbons and NH3 RENISO S 3246


RENISO S 68

Polyol esters (POE) for HFC/FC, e.g. R134a, R404A, R507 RENISO TRITON SEZ 22
NEW: for HFO and HFO/HFC refrigerants RENISO TRITON SEZ 32
RENISO TRITON SEZ 35 SC
RENISO TRITON SE 55
RENISO TRITON SEZ 68
RENISO TRITON SEZ 80
RENISO TRITON SEZ 100
RENISO TRITON SE 170
RENISO TRITON SE 220
RENISO TRITON SEZ 320

Special polyol esters (POE) for CO2 (subcritical and transcritical) RENISO C 55 E
RENISO C 85 E
RENISO C 170 E

Special polyalkylene glycol (PAG) for CO2 transcritical systems in stationary application (heat pumps, a/c RENISO ACC 68
systems). Industrial and commercial applications.

Special polyalkylene glycols for R134a in mobile a/c systems RENISO PAG 46
(PAG) for mobile a/c systems and for NH3 (miscible with NH3, industrial application) and hydrocarbons RENISO PAG 100

for R1234yf and R134a mobile a/c systems RENISO PAG 1234

for CO2 mobile a/c systems RENISO ACC HV


46

Notes
RENISO Refrigeration Oils 47

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