Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E 15

Standards & approvals

• ISO 15380 HEES

  Biodegradable hydraulic fluid HEES — ISO 15380

  Class HEES of ISO 15380: a biodegradable hydraulic fluid on a synthetic ester base.

• EU Ecolabel

  The European Union's voluntary ecolabel for products, including lubricants, with reduced environmental impact across their life cycle.

• VDMA 24568

  VDMA 24568 — biodegradable hydraulic fluids

  The VDMA sheet setting requirements for readily biodegradable hydraulic fluids, including synthetic-ester types.

• OECD 301B

  OECD 301B biodegradability above 60 %

  OECD test measuring carbon dioxide evolved over 28 days; above 60 % counts as "readily biodegradable".

Specifications

Brand

Shell

Range

Shell Naturelle

Category

Biodegradable lubricants (ECL)

Viscosity

ISO VG 15

Manufacturer code

001A0870

Availability

On request

Typical characteristics

Manufacturer's description

Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E is an advanced hydraulic fluid for use in hydraulic and power transmission systems. It is readily biodegradable with low ecotoxicity and is particularly suitable for use in environmentally sensitive areas. The fully synthetic esters, blended with ashless additives, give Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E a superior blend of lubrication performance and environmental acceptability.

Applications

• Hydraulic power transmission systems in exposed environments or subject to wide temperature variations. The stable viscosity index of Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E helps deliver responsive performance from cold start to full load and heavy-duty operation. General industrial control equipment and hydraulic systems
• The excellent anti-wear properties and high viscosity index (VI) of Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E mean that it can often be used where mineral oils to ISO 11158 (HM/HV) and DIN 51524 Part 2 or Part 3 (HLP/HVLP) are specified. However, bulk fluid operating temperatures should not exceed 90 0 C.
• Environmentally sensitive areasShell Naturelle Fluid HF-E is an "environmentally acceptable" hydraulic fluid (ISO 15380 HEES), with "reduced harm to water and soil during use" (EU Ecolabel). Compared with conventional hydraulic fluids, it will have a reduced environmental impact in the event of leaks or accidents. It is particularly recommended for use in environmentally sensitive areas. Specifications, approvals and recommendations
• Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E is approved as meeting the anti-wear requirements for Eaton Vickers products, mobile and industrial systems, in accordance with brochure 03-401-2010.
• For the full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Shell technical representative. Compatibility and miscibility
• Fluid compatibilityShell Naturelle Fluid HF-E is miscible with mineral oil hydraulic fluids. However, to ensure that the environmental properties and performance of Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E are maintained, the hydraulic system should be drained and flushed thoroughly when changing fluids. Guidelines on fluid change-over can be found in ISO 15380 Annex A. Because of the surface-wetting properties of Shell Naturelle Fluid HF-E, if the system previously used a mineral oil hydraulic fluid, deposits formed in the system during operation may accumulate in the system filters. The filters should therefore be checked at regular intervals after the fluid change.
• Compatible with seal materials and paintsShell Naturelle Fluid HF-E 32 is compatible with fluoroelastomers (FPM/FKM) such as Viton®. Other seal materials and system components, such as paints, may be adversely affected, and advice should be sought from the respective manufacturers.
• Naturelle HF-E 15
• USDA BioPreferred program

Performance & benefits

• Excellent wear protection: advanced ashless (zinc-free) anti-wear additives provide protection over a wide range of conditions.
• Proven in tough industry tests such as the Eaton Vickers 35VQ25 vane pump and the Komatsu HPV35+35 high-pressure piston pump.
• Maintaining system efficiency: superior cleanliness and filterability, coupled with excellent water separation.
• Air release and anti-foam characteristics, help maintain or enhance hydraulic-system efficiency, even when the fluid is contaminated with water.
• Readily biodegradable: biodegraded by over 60% after 28 days in the OECD 301 B test.
• Low toxicity towards the environment: classified as 'not harmful' to bacteria, algae, invertebrates and fish, according to OECD and EPA guidelines.
• Very high renewables content: mean biobased content of over 80% (ASTM D6866).