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Optigear-Brochure
Castrol Optigear is designed to optimize gearbox efficiency by reducing friction, heat, and wear, thereby extending the life of components and improving performance.
Specifications and Features
- Advanced lubrication technology forms anti-wear films to reduce operating temperatures and wear.
- MicrofluxTrans Plastic Deformation (MFT PD) additives adjust to conditions, forming a micro-smoothing layer to minimize abrasion.
- Improved efficiency and extended service life in wind turbines (over seven years) and industrial applications (over five years).
- Superior wear protection under extreme temperatures and heavy loads.
- Resistance to micro-pitting and potential energy savings from a lower coefficient of friction.
Procedures and Technology
- MFT PD technology involves a three-stage process: formation of a protective layer, compression of the layer, and micro-smoothing for extreme pressure resistance.
- SRV test results show a significant reduction in the coefficient of friction with Castrol Optigear compared to conventional oils.
Performance and Benefits
- Case studies demonstrate reduced operating temperatures, improved surface conditions, and postponed gearbox replacements.
- Significant energy savings and reduced maintenance costs in various industries, including wind energy, mining, and automotive.
- Micropitting comparison tests show Castrol Optigear minimizes gear damage compared to competitors.
Conclusion
Castrol Optigear offers superior performance in reducing friction and wear, leading to enhanced efficiency and cost savings across multiple applications.
Catalog excerpts
LOW-FRICTION GEAR OILS THAT OPTIMISE EFFICIENCY IT’S MORE THAN JUST OIL IT’S LIQUID ENGINEERING. i OPTIGEAR
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FIGHTING THE EFFECTS OF FRICTION IN GEARBOXES CASTROL OPTIGEAR OPTIMISES EFFICIENCY AT EVERY TURN Excessive friction in gearboxes is the enemy of efficiency. It can increase heat and cause unwelcome pitting and wear, shortening the life of components. The result? An asset that underperforms and doesn't return the effectiveness you need. Castrol Optigear puts you firmly in charge when it comes to the efficiency of your gearboxes. Its advanced lubrication technology forms friction-fighting anti-wear films. These help to significantly reduce the local operating temperatures, as well as wear and...
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UNLOCK SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE WITH CASTROL MFT PD TECHNOLOGY MFT PD technology is an integral part of Castrol Optigear. The three-stage process of how it works is explained and illustrated below. FORMATION OF A PROTECTIVE LAYER The special molecules of MFT immediately form a highly lubricating protective layer over the peaks and valleys of the surface. COMPRESSION OF THE PROTECTIVE LAYER As the load increases, MFT is activated and releases load-resistant additives on the surface, lowering the coefficient of friction. MICRO-SMOOTHING In this final stage, as pressure increases further, the MFT PD...
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MICROPITTING COMPARISON TEST: CASTROL OPTIGEAR SYNTHETIC X 320 VERSUS COMPETITOR’S PRODUCT STAGE TEST (running time 16 hours/load stage) ENDURANCE TEST (running time 80 hours/load stage) Micropitting (GF) Area Test Conditions Gear Type C Pitch Line Velocity 8.3m/sec Lubricant Injection Temperature 60°C Competitor’s Product Castrol Optigear Synthetic X 320 Reference Oil Load stage Hertzian stress (Nmm2) On pre-damaged gears (shown up to stage 10 on the left of the graph), further micropitting and gear damage can be minimised by switching to Castrol Optigear. However, with conventional gear oils,...
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