Appearance@25℃ | Light-colored Liquid |
Color,ASTM D1544,Gardner/D1500 | ≤ 3.0/1.0 |
Kinematic Viscosity@40℃,cSt | ≥ 27 |
Kinematic Viscosity@100℃,cSt | ≥ 5.1 |
Kinematic Viscosity@-40℃,cSt | ≤ 16000 |
Viscosity Index | 135 |
Density@25℃,Lb/Gal(kg/L) | 7.6 (0.900) |
Total Acid Value,mgKOH/g | ≤ 0.05 |
Pour Point,℃(℉) | -50 (60) |
Moisture Content,%wt | ≤ 0.05 |
Flash Point C.O.C.,℃(℉) | ≥ 232 (450) |
Adtecᵀᴹ 172 is commonly referred to as DTDA that is a dibasic acid ester of isotridecanol and adipic acid. It offers superior oxidation stability, low volatility and excellent low temperature characteristics. Adtecᵀᴹ 172 is highly resistant to shear and thermal stress. It has good solvency and exhibits excellent additive compatibility. Adtecᵀᴹ 172 was found to be biodegradable according to the European 21 days and EPA 28 days biodegradability tests.
Applications:
Adtecᵀᴹ 172 has found applications in blends of 2 and 4 stroke engine oils, compressor lubricants, gear oils, hydraulic fluids as well as other industrial applications. Since Adtecᵀᴹ 172 is biodegradable, it is suitable for environmentally sensitive applications (e.g. Marine).