Vickers Oils — environmentally acceptable (EAL) and mineral-based marine lubricants: wire rope lubricants, gear oils, hydraulic fluids, sterntube lubricants and greases.
Wire Rope Lubricants & Greases
| Wire Rope Lubricants |
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| VICKERLUBE HV WRL Mineral oil-based, solvent-free wire rope lubricant for high corrosion and moisture environments. De-watering characteristics displace water, leaving a thin lubricant film; corrosion and wear protection even in salt water. |
| Biodegradable Wire Rope Lubricants |
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| VICKERLUBE BIO WRL Biodegradable wire rope lubricant from readily renewable, biodegradable base oils. Solvent-free, tacky formulation prevents fling-off; displaces moisture to protect against corrosion where environmental issues are a concern. |
| Biodegradable Wire Rope Grease |
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| BIOGREASE EP0 Environmentally acceptable grease, NLGI 0. Lithium/calcium thickened, based on fully saturated synthetic esters. Formulated for rudder stocks as recommended by certain OEMs; excellent resistance to water wash-off. |
| BIOGREASE EP2 Biodegradable extreme pressure grease, NLGI 2. Lithium/calcium thickened, based on fully saturated renewable esters. Excellent water wash-off resistance and long lasting corrosion protection; VGP compliant. |
Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants
| Environmentally Acceptable Gear Lubricants |
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| BIOGEAR XP 68 Biodegradable, high performance EP gear lubricant (ISO 68) based on fully saturated synthetic esters. Superior anti-wear, EP and oxidation protection even under severe conditions; VGP compliant. For thrusters, some CPP designs and deck equipment. |
| BIOGEAR XP 100 Biodegradable, high performance EP gear lubricant (ISO 100) based on fully saturated synthetic esters. Superior anti-wear, EP and oxidation protection even under severe conditions; VGP compliant. For thrusters, some CPP designs and deck equipment. |
| BIOGEAR XP 150 Biodegradable, high performance EP gear lubricant (ISO 150) based on fully saturated synthetic esters. Superior anti-wear, EP and oxidation protection even under severe conditions; VGP compliant. For thrusters, some CPP designs and deck equipment. |
| BIOGEAR XP 220 Biodegradable, high performance EP gear lubricant (ISO 220) based on fully saturated synthetic esters. Superior anti-wear, EP and oxidation protection even under severe conditions; VGP compliant. For thrusters, some CPP designs and deck equipment. |
| BIOGEAR XP 320 Biodegradable, high performance EP gear lubricant (ISO 320) based on fully saturated synthetic esters. Superior anti-wear, EP and oxidation protection even under severe conditions; VGP compliant. For thrusters, some CPP designs and deck equipment. |
| BIOGEAR XP 460 Biodegradable, high performance EP gear lubricant (ISO 460) based on fully saturated synthetic esters. Superior anti-wear, EP and oxidation protection even under severe conditions; VGP compliant. For thrusters, some CPP designs and deck equipment. |
| Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids |
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| ECOSURE HSE High performance, VGP compliant biodegradable hydraulic fluid for heavy duty use (CPPs, stabilisers, heavy duty cranes). Ashless, zinc-free additive technology; exceptional fluid life and oxidation resistance. Available in ISO 22, 32, 46, 68 & 100. |
| ECOSURE EAF VGP compliant biodegradable hydraulic fluid for deck equipment (water tight doors, ramps, platforms, davits, cranes, winches, capstans). Excellent low temperature performance. Available in ISO 22, 32, 46, 68 & 100. |
| VICKERLUBE BIO HYF 32 Bio-based hydraulic fluid (ISO 32) formulated with palm-free, renewable esters. Classified HEES per ISO 15380; good oxidation stability, biodegradability and lubricity; EU Ecolabel awarded. For hydraulic and circulating systems in environmentally sensitive areas. |
| VICKERLUBE BIO HYF 46 Bio-based hydraulic fluid (ISO 46) formulated with palm-free, renewable esters. Classified HEES per ISO 15380; good oxidation stability, biodegradability and lubricity; EU Ecolabel awarded. For hydraulic and circulating systems in environmentally sensitive areas. |
| Environmentally Acceptable Sterntube Lubricants |
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| HYDROX BIO 68 Emulsifiable, biodegradable sterntube lubricant (ISO 68) based on synthetic esters. Absorbs water ingress to form a stable emulsion; superior lubrication and wear protection even with water contamination; VGP compliant. |
| HYDROX BIO 100 Emulsifiable, biodegradable sterntube lubricant (ISO 100) based on synthetic esters. Absorbs water ingress to form a stable emulsion; superior lubrication and wear protection even with water contamination; VGP compliant. |
| HYDROX BIO 150 Emulsifiable, biodegradable sterntube lubricant (ISO 150) based on synthetic esters. Recommended where the shipyard specifies ISO VG 150 for improved oil film thickness under severe conditions; VGP compliant. |
| HYDROX BIO 220 Emulsifiable, biodegradable sterntube lubricant (ISO 220) based on synthetic esters. Widely used to reduce leakage past a damaged or worn aft seal, forming a stable high viscosity emulsion at the point of water entry; VGP compliant. |
| ECOSTERN SMX 100 Non-emulsifiable environmentally acceptable sterntube lubricant (ISO 100) based on renewable synthetic esters. For owners who prefer to separate off water ingress; excellent demulsification even with sea water; >60% biodegradability (OECD 301B). VGP compliant. |
Mineral Based Marine Lubricants
| Sterntube Lubricants |
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| HYDROX 21 Mineral oil based sterntube lubricant for use in the event of outboard leakage. Compatible with most engine and system oils; can be introduced by top-up procedure. Emulsifiable. |
| HYDROX 550 Mineral oil based sterntube lubricant (ISO 68) for regular use and some stabiliser models. Emulsifiable; absorbs sea or fresh water entering the sterntube. |
| NEOX 8000 High viscosity emulsifiable sterntube lubricant for compression or older face seals with non-circulatory oil feed systems. Minimises oil leakage past a damaged or worn aft seal. |
| NEOX D High viscosity emulsifiable sterntube lubricant, grease-like at ambient temperature. For compression seals and certain stabiliser bearings (e.g. older Rolls Royce retractable fin stabilisers). |
| Thruster Lubricants |
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| HYDROX 8 EP Mineral oil based EP gear lubricant for auxiliary or main propulsion thruster units. Very high anti-wear performance; high resistance to micropitting and scuffing. FZG pass load stage 12; emulsifiable. |
| HYDROX EP 150 Mineral oil based EP gear lubricant (ISO 150) for thruster units. Very high anti-wear performance; suitable where a combined gear lubricant/hydraulic function is required. FZG pass load stage 12; emulsifiable. |
| Greases |
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| NEOX DT Mineral oil based soft grease (approx. NLGI 2) for bearings, gears and as a protective coating for exposed equipment. For grease-lubricated sterntubes, wire ropes, rigging, lashings, hatch covers, deck winches and slipway rails. |
| NEOX DTX Mineral oil based soft grease (approx. NLGI 4) for bearings, gears and as a protective coating for exposed equipment. |
| VICKERLUBE HV WRL Mineral oil based wire rope dressing. Fluid enough for brush, spray or mechanical application; de-watering characteristics displace water, leaving a thin lubricant film with excellent anti-corrosion properties. |
| Gear Lubricants |
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| VICKERLUBE SYNGEAR 220 High-performance synthetic gear oil (ISO 220) with outstanding EP and load carrying capability. For heavily loaded/shock-loaded enclosed gears; high VI and low pour point for wide temperature range. FZG scuffing >12. |
| VICKERLUBE SYNGEAR 320 High-performance synthetic gear oil (ISO 320) with outstanding EP and load carrying capability. For heavily loaded/shock-loaded enclosed gears; high VI and low pour point for wide temperature range. FZG scuffing >12. |
| VICKERLUBE SYNGEAR 460 High-performance synthetic gear oil (ISO 460) with outstanding EP and load carrying capability. For heavily loaded/shock-loaded enclosed gears; high VI and low pour point for wide temperature range. FZG scuffing >12. |
| VICKERLUBE SYNGEAR 680 High-performance synthetic gear oil (ISO 680) with outstanding EP and load carrying capability. For heavily loaded/shock-loaded enclosed gears; high VI and low pour point for wide temperature range. FZG scuffing >12. |
| Corrosion Preventives |
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| VICKERLUBE CPVI High performance, mineral based corrosion preventive fluid. Fills closed spaces with vapours to prevent rust and corrosion of surfaces not contacted by the fluid; internal protection of engines, gearboxes and closed systems in storage for up to one year or more. |