• Performance
    –Unsurpassed lubricity for better wear protection
    –Chemical, thermal, and hydrolytic stability
    –Far less hygroscopic than ordinary PAG
    –Superior performance over ordinary PAG and Ester oil (POE)
    –Designed to last the lifetime of the compressor
    –High viscosity index equals wide temperature range performance
  • •Compatibility
    –Compatible with R-12 and R-134a
    –Compatible with elastomers
    –OEM approved and recommended for service and retrofit
    –Compatible with other PAG lubricants
  • •Convenience
    –Suitable for Wobble, Rotary Vane, Swashplate, and Scroll type compressors
    –Supplies 80% of the world’s initial fill oil to OEMs and vehicle manufacturers
    –Easy ordering and shipping providing bulk, wholesale, and private label products
    –Daphne Hermetic PAG Packaging is very tolerant of moisture.  Packaging process ships lubricant with extremely low moisture content to ensure customer satisfaction
  • •Innovation
    –Patented double end-capped Daphne Hermetic  PAG lubricant
    –Customized lubricant for specific applications
    –Lubricants research facility in Chiba, Japan
    –Ozone-friendly innovations and awards
Factors in A/C Lubricant Selection
•Lubricity
•Temperature & Oxidation stability
•Compatibility with refrigerants
•Viscosity Index
•Safety and Environmental concerns
•Product Cost

 
Comparison of Lubricant Properties 
  Ester Oil Single End Capped; Ordinary PAG Daphne Hermetic PAG
Miscibility: HFC-134a or HFC-12 B B B
Thermal Stability B B B
Chemical Stability C C B
Hydrolytic Stability C B A
Oxidation Stability B C A
Viscosity - Temperature Characteristics B B A
Fluidity at Low Temperatures C B A
Lubricity: Anti-Wear C C B
Lubricity: Anti-Seizure C C B
Note: A = Best, B = Better, C = Good

 

Hygroscopicity: Moisture Absorption of Refrigeration Lubricants

 
PRODUCT DH - PS DH FD46XG DH PR DH G25X
ISO Viscosity Grade 46 46 100 100
Density @ 15°C 1.007 0.9959 1.027 1.029
Pour Point, ASTM D 97, °C < - 40 < - 40 < - 40 < - 40
Flash Point, COC, °C 234 226 244 224

Viscosity, ASTM D 445 cSt 40°C

                                   cSt 100°C

44.5

9.8

60.6

12.5

99.3

19.6

133

24.6
Viscosity Index, ASTM D 2270 215 210 222 219
TAN, ASTM D 974 mg KOH/g 0.05 0.17 0.05 0.06
Copper Corrosion, ASTM D 130, 3hr. at 100°C 1 1 1 1

Miscibility, 3% oil in R-134A, ° C    (upper)

    CST        7% oil in R-134A

                  all concentrations, °C   (lower)

76

71

< -40

54

44

< -40

52

47

< -40

- -

- -

< -40
Color, ASTM 1500 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
Storage & Handling
Keep container(s) closed tightly when not in use.  Keep away from heat, flame or strong oxidants.
 
Health and Safety
Based on current toxicological information, the Daphne Hermetic PAG lubricants do not cause adverse effects on health when handled and used properly.  Wash hands or other contacted skin areas thoroughly with hand cleaners or soap and water.  Launder oil soaked clothing and avoid eye contact.  To obtain further product information or a Material Safety Data Sheet, call toll free 1-800-528-3588.

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