Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear Oil EAL 68

Description

Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear Oil EAL 68 is a high-performance, readily biodegradable gear oil formulated with saturated synthetic esters. Available in ISO VG 68, 100 and 150 grades, it provides excellent load-carrying capacity, anti-scuffing protection and reliable performance across a wide temperature range. It is designed for industrial gears, bearings and marine propulsion systems where environmental protection is important.

Key Features & Benefits

• Readily biodegradable: More than 60% biodegradation after 28 days according to OECD 301B.
• Excellent load-carrying performance: Helps protect gears under demanding and shock-loading conditions.
• Strong anti-scuffing protection: Helps reduce wear and extend component life.
• Extended oil life: Excellent oxidative stability supports longer lubricant service intervals.
• Wide operating temperature range: High viscosity index helps maintain protection across changing temperatures.
• Excellent water separation: Supports reliable lubrication where water contamination may occur.
• Low environmental impact: Classified as an Environmentally Acceptable Lubricant (EAL).
• Reduced maintenance: Extended fluid and component life can help reduce downtime and lubricant consumption.

Applications

Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear Oil EAL 68, 100 and 150 are suitable for:

• Industrial gears
• Bearings in circulation and splash lubrication systems
• Marine propulsion drives
• Marine thrusters
• Controllable-pitch propellers
• Other environmentally sensitive marine applications

Specifications & Approvals

• DIN 51517-3 CLP
• ISO 12925-1 CKES
• EU Ecolabel
• USA EPA 2013 VGP compliant
• USDA BioPreferred
• Selected marine and industrial equipment approvals vary by viscosity grade, including Flender, KEMEL and SKF Marine.

Available Grades

Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 68 – ISO VG 68
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 100 – ISO VG 100
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 150 – ISO VG 150

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