Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 68

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.

• OECD 301B

  OECD 301B biodegradability above 60 %

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

• US EPA VGP

  US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP)

  EPA permit requiring environmentally acceptable lubricants at oil-to-sea interfaces of vessels.

Specifications

Brand

Shell

Range

Shell PANOLIN

Category

Biodegradable lubricants (ECL)

Viscosity

ISO VG 68

Manufacturer code

007A0320

Availability

On request

Typical characteristics

Manufacturer's description

Hydraulic fluid - high performance, readily biodegradable, saturated synthetic esters. Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL is formulated with zinc-free additive technology and high-performance fully synthetic saturated esters to help provide an outstanding blend of lubrication performance and environmental acceptability. Readily biodegradable with a low ecotoxicity, Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL hydraulic fluids are particularly suited for use in environmentally sensitive areas where eco-label compliance is required, including US waters. For use in stationary and mobile hydraulic systems including marine and deck equipment, construction, and forestry. This grade is ISO VG 68: kinematic viscosity 69 mm²/s at 40 °C, 12 mm²/s at 100 °C and 4,112 mm²/s at -20 °C, viscosity index 171, flash point 222 °C, pour point -48 °C.

Applications

• For stationary and mobile hydraulic systems including earthmoving, forestry, construction and hydroelectric applications; compressors, bearing lubrication and oil-circulation systems, and marine hydraulic systems.

Performance & benefits

• Extended oil lifeShell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL has an extended oil life and is designed to help equipment operate without interruptions. Longer oil-drain intervals mean less oil being produced, purchased and disposed of. Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL has good oxidative stability which results in reduced fluid degradation, reducing filter blockage and increased viscosity. This helps prevent component failures, frequent filter and fluid changes, downtime, fluid consumption and parts and labour costs.
• Premium wear protectionShell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL, is designed to help equipment operate without interruptions. Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL offers exceptional wear protection of hydraulic equipment.
• Designed to protect even in cold climatesShell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL has good cold flow behaviour which enables a safe start even in cold conditions, thereby reducing the risk of metal-on-metal wear. In addition to protecting the machine over a wide temperature operating range, high viscosity index fluids help enable increased hydraulic efficiency, in comparison to typical HM mineral oil.
• Lower Environmental ImpactRecommended for use in environmentally sensitive areas: An ‘environmentally acceptable lubricant’ as defined by the USA EPA 2013 Vessel General Permit and offers reduced impact of leak or accidental spillage into the environment when used in marine environments compared to conventional mineral oils. Readily biodegradable - biodegraded by over 60% after 28 days in the OECD 301 B carbon dioxide evolution test. Low Ecotoxicity - Classified as ‘not harmful’ to bacteria, algae, freshwater and marine invertebrates, and fish when tested as water-accommodated fractions (WAFs) according to OECD and EPA test guidelines. Shell PANOLIN Lubricants are manufactured in Switzerland and also expanding in North America and Asia to support growing demand. Shell PANOLIN Lubricants plastic packs contain at least 25% recycled plastic (Post Consumer Resin (PCR). Shell PANOLIN Lubricants combined with Shell lubricant services can help customers to unlock potential reductions in carbon footprints and improvements in operational efficiencies
• Meets requirement of United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2013 vessel general permit (VGP)

Fits

• Construction equipment
• Ships & vessels
• Compressors & pumps