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Base Oil (Virgin Base Oil)
Base Oil is the primary raw material used in the production of lubricants, including engine oils, greases, and industrial fluids. Its quality and composition directly impact the performance and efficiency of finished lubricant products.
Product Description
Base Oil, also referred to as Virgin Base Oil, is derived from the refining of crude oil and serves as the foundational component in lubricant manufacturing. It is produced through processes such as solvent refining, hydrocracking, and hydrogenation to achieve desired purity and performance characteristics.
The quality of base oil is primarily determined by its viscosity, viscosity index, and composition, which influence performance across varying temperatures and operating conditions. Different refining methods produce different grades of base oil, each suited for specific industrial and automotive applications.
Base oils are broadly classified into multiple groups based on their refining process and properties, enabling manufacturers to select the appropriate grade for targeted performance requirements.
Key Features
High-Quality Lubricant Base
Serves as the primary component in manufacturing lubricants, ensuring consistent product performance.
Controlled Viscosity Performance
Engineered to maintain stability across a wide range of operating temperatures.
Multiple Grade Availability
Available in different groups (I–V), allowing flexibility in formulation and application.
Refined Purity Standards
Processed to remove impurities such as sulfur and aromatics for improved performance and longevity.
Technical Requirements
Storage & Handling Guidelines
- Store in clean, dry tanks or containers
- Prevent contamination with water, dust, or other impurities
- Maintain stable storage temperatures away from direct heat sources
- Handle in accordance with petroleum product safety standards
- Use proper filtration during transfer and blending
- Ensure compatibility with downstream lubricant formulations
Product Specifications (Virgin Base Oil SN-150 Reference)
Physical Properties
- Appearance: Bright & Clear (ASTM D1524)
- Color: Max 3.5 (ASTM D1500)
- Density @15°C: 0.875 kg/m³ (ASTM D4052)
Viscosity
- Kinematic Viscosity @100°C: 30 cSt (ASTM D445)
- Viscosity Index: Min 95 (ASTM D2270)
Temperature Characteristics
- Flash Point (COC): 308°C (ASTM D92)
- Pour Point: -6°C (ASTM D97)
Composition & Stability
- Carbon Residue: 0.06 wt.% (ASTM D189)
- Total Acid Number: 0.05 mg KOH/g (ASTM D664)
- Sulfur Content: 0.7 wt.% (ASTM D1552)
Corrosion & Performance
- Copper Corrosion (3 hrs @100°C): 1A (ASTM D130)
- Demulsibility: As per ASTM D1401
- Foam Characteristics: As per ASTM D892
- Engine oil and motor oil manufacturing
- Industrial lubricants and greases
- Hydraulic and gear oils
- Metalworking and processing fluids
- Blending base for specialty lubricants
- Provides stable foundation for high-performance lubricants
- Ensures consistent viscosity across temperature ranges
- Supports extended equipment life and reduced wear
- Compatible with a wide range of additive systems
- Reliable quality for industrial and automotive applications
- Flexible usage across multiple lubricant formulations