RA 90 221/05.

93

Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids HETG, HEPG, HEE for Axial Piston Units
General Notes The fluid in a hydraulic circuit must be carefully selected as soon as possible in the design stage of the project in order to achieve reliable and economic operation of the system. All requirements cannot be met simultaneouslyfor example, on a price basisand the user must therefore carefully weigh the various factors involved. The viscosity and the viscosity/temperature coefficient are of primary importance, as are the density and the pour point. For a short time at start-up, a viscosity of (below) is permissible. Start 4640 SUS (1000 mm2/s) For some products viscosity limit up to 7425 SUS (1600 mm2/s) is permissible. See product data sheet for details. The operational limits of viscosity which must be guaranteed for full functionality of the system at 100% duty are: Operating = 75465 SUS (16...100 mm2/s) For maximum efficiency and economy, the limits of viscosity are: opt = 74167 SUS (16...36 mm2/s) Incomplete lubrication (and associated friction and wear) starts to occur at: min 45 SUS (10 mm2/s)
Viscosity v mm2/s (SUS)

RA 90 221/05.93
Replaces 02.92

In order to guarantee a long service life for the installation, good and reliable filtration is necessary. Primary prevention of in-built dirt, such as the cleaning of components, filling filters and air breathers, do not prevent a build up of contaminants in the system due to marginal lubrication and wear in clearances, erosion and the fatigue of rolling bearings. The hard particle contamination of fluid may not exceed a level determined by: Class 9 to NAS 1638 Class 6 to SAE Class 18/15 to ISO/DIS 4406 The required degree of cleanliness may normally be achieved by the use of filters having a retention rate of 20 100. In open circuits, high pressure and/or return line filters should be used with all three types of fluids (see pages 34). In closed circuits either a boost pressure line or boost suction line filter should be fitted. Due to the high density of polyglycol fluids, it must be particularly noted, that the pressure at the suction port of the pump may not fall below the minimum permissible level. This is of particular importance with filtration in the suction line. Selection diagram
(7000) (5000) (3000) (2000) (1000)
1600 1000 600 400 200 100 60 40 1600 (7425)

VG

46

VI

20

VG

V G

22

68

In order to match the viscosity to the various viscosity indices, fluids of different viscosities are available. These vary between 102 and 316 SUS (22 and 68 mm2/s), taken at a temperature of 104 F (40 C). Normal HLP hydraulic oils have a viscosity index of approximately 100 (see selection diagram). HVLP hydraulic oils and multi-grade engine oils have a viscosity index of more than >140 and are therefore suitable for greater temperature range (mobile applications). Environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids known at the present time have viscosity indices greater than >130 and values up to 220 may be achieved. In order to determine the degree of wear protection provided by a particular fluid and the permissible operating pressure range, the FZG-Normal test A/8, 3/90 (gear wear test) is used. In this test, it is necessary to achieve a wear rating 10 in order to state that the pressure rating need not be reduced (DIN 51354).

(500) (300) (200) (150) (100) (80) (70) (60) (50)

VI 10 0
V G

V I? ??
36 (170)

32 V I?

VG ?? 46

20

vopt.
16 (80) 10 (42)

VI ?? ?

10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220

(-20) (-10) (0) (10) (20) (30) (40) (50) (60) (70) (80) (90)(100) (-25) (110) Temperature t in F (C)

Note:
In common with normal petroleum oils, environmentally acceptable fluids need to be

disposed of carefully.
In addition to the guide lines and notes issued by the manufacturers, the various laws and regulations must also be observed.

RA 90 221/05.93

Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids for Axial Piston Units Notes, guidelines and permissible operating data
for the various type of environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids. At the present time, three types of environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids are being offered:

1. Hydraulic fluids based on vegetable oils, type HETG (e.g. rape seed oil) 2. Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on polyglycol, type HEPG (e.g. polyethyl-glycol PEG) 3. Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on esters, type HEE Hydraulic fluids based on vegetable oils, type HETG (TG Trigliceride)
Characteristics of fluid: (as new) Very good viscosity/temperature characteristics Good lubricity Pour point approximately 22 F (30 C) Care is needed when operating for long periods at very low temperatures. The pour point is not stable and rises quite noticeably. Make a specific check with the manufacturer. Good protection against corrosion Easily bio-degradable Good compatibility with NBR and Viton seals Density approximately 0.92 g/ml (petroleum oil 0.87 g/ml). The minimum requirements to DIN 51 524, parts 2 and 3 are generally fulfilled. FZG load test >10. Aging characteristics are not fulfilled, i.e. the neutralization number is not maintained 2.0. Permissible operating data In light of the above characteristics, these fluids can be used in conjunction with our axial piston units utilizing the same operating data as for HLP mineral oils. The temperature range may not exceed: 0 to 175 F (18 C to 80 C) In order to prevent premature aging of the fluid, we recommend that the tank temperature does not exceed: not exceed 160 F (70 C) At the present time, very little practical experience has been gathered with regard to the aging of the various fluids in this class, particularly with the ingress of water. The water portion should be < 0.1% as to the present state of knowledge. The fluid must therefore be carefully monitored and changed in good time if damage is to be avoided. Even where the fluid has not been run for 2000 hours, it must be changed once per year. Notes: As vegetable oils are not soluble in water, and thus deposit any accumulated water in the tank, it is therefore advantageous if the tank has a sloping base and if a drain tap is fitted. Conversion notes: In general, conversion to rape seed oil should present no problems as it is miscible with mineral oil. However, it should be noted, that when disposing of the fluid, only the rape seed oil content is biologically degradable. The internal coating on the inside of the tank must be clarified with the fluid manufacturer before converting to this fluid. The mineral oil should be drained from the system as completely as possible and when it is warm (max. admissible 2% remaining oil portion). Any residual oil and any contamination should be removed from the tank by means of lint-free cleaning cloths. It is recommended that the system is flushed with vegetable oil and that all functions are repeatedly operated in order to remove any residual mineral oil from the system. The flushing fluid must then be drained from the system. All hydraulic filter elements must be changed (Inspect filter material!) When filling and re-commissioning the system, please note the recommendations in RA 90 270 & 90 400. After a few days operation (approximately 50 hours), the filter elements should be checked and changed if necessary. This is because of the excellent wetting properties of vegetable oil. It removes deposits placed in the system by the previous use of petroleum oil and carries them in suspension to the filter. We recommend that the fluid be changed at least as frequently as shown below: First change after 500 working hours Second change after working 1000 hours further or, upon testing by the supplier, it may be run longer. However, it should then be tested every 300 working hours and must always be changed when 2000 working hours have been achieved. Subsequent changes, as above.

RA 90 221/05.93

Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids for Axial Piston Units

Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on polyglycol, type HEPG (PG polyglycol)
Characteristics of fluid: (as new) Very good viscosity/temperature characteristics Good lubricity Pour point approximately 40 F (40 C) Good protection against corrosion Good shear stability Good resistance to aging Good compatibility with NBR and Viton seals Easily soluble in water Bio-degradable Density approximately >1 g/ml (mineral oil 0.87 g/ml). The minimum requirements to DIN 51 524, parts 2 and 3 are fulfilled. (FZG load test >10). Permissible operating data Due to the high density of this fluid, the permissible speed of self aspirating main and auxiliary pumps in open circuits must be reduced by 20% Having taken this into consideration, these fluids can otherwise be used in conjunction with our axial piston units utilizing the same operating data as for HLP mineral oils. Our experience up to the present time with these pumps indicates that they have the same aging characteristics as mineral oils. We, therefore, recommend the same intervals for changing the fluid. First change after Second change after Subsequent changes every 500 working hours 2000 working hours 2000 working hours Conversion notes: Mineral oil should be drained from the system as completely as possible when it is at operating temperature (max. admissible 1% remaining oil portion). Any residual oil and any contamination should be removed from the tank and any internal paint must be checked for resistance to the fluid. The high density of the fluid compared with mineral oil must be noted. The minimum suction pressure at the pump may not be exceeded. This is of particular importance with suction line filters. All filter elements must be renewed. Only glass fibre or metal mesh filters may be used. Check the drive speed of the pumps. Due to the high density of the fluid, the maximum permissible speed of self aspirating pumps is reduced by 20%. It is imperative that the system is flushed and that all functions are repeatedly operated in order to remove any residual mineral oil from the system. The flushing fluid must then be drained from the system. When filling and re-commissioning the system, please note the recommendations in RA 90 270 & 90 400. As mineral oil is lighter than Polyglycol fluids, any residual oil found floating in the tank must be scooped or sucked away. According to the manufacturers recommendations, the final residual quantity of petroleum oil may not exceed 1% of the total volume of fluid. After a few days operation (approximately 50 hours), the filter elements should be checked and changed if necessary. The filters retain any residual oil and become clogged. In addition, because of the excellent wetting properties of this fluid, it removes deposits placed in the system by the previous use of mineral oil and carries them in suspension to the filter.

Even where the fluid has not been run for 2000 hours, it must be changed once per year. Notes: All hydraulic components are normally tested using mineral oil. They must, therefore, be completely cleaned before installation. Use Viton seals. Normal paints are attacked The manufacturers recommend: No paint (the tank lid should, however, be protected with a two part epoxy paint) This paint should be a two part chemical reaction hardening paint The tank should be of non-rusting material Not miscible with mineral oils (it can lead to solid deposits) Poly-carbonates, e.g. Makrolon are not resistant. Polymethacrylate, e.g. Plexidur T are resistant The ingress of water must be avoided. Water reduces the characteristics of the fluid and can only be removed by vaporization. Paper filter elements may not be used (use only glass fibre or metal mesh filters).

RA 90 221/05.93

Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids for Axial Piston Units

Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on esters, type HEE (E ester)
Characteristics of fluid: (as new) Very good viscosity/temperature characteristics Very good lubricity (FZG load test rating >10) Pour point approximately 22 F (30 C) (request the manufacturer) Good protection against corrosion Easily bio-degradable Good compatibility with NBR and Viton seals Miscible with normal mineral oils. Density approximately 0.92 g/ml (mineral oil 0.87 g/ml). The minimum requirements to DIN 51 524, parts 2 and 3 are fulfilled. Permissible operating data In light of the above characteristics, these fluids can be used in conjunction with our axial piston units utilizing the same operating data as for HLP mineral oils. According to the manufacturers data, the aging characteristics of this fluid are particularly good, but little practical experience is available. We, therefore, recommend that the fluid be changed at least as frequently as mineral oil, as shown below: First change after Second change after Further changes after every 500 working hours 2000 working hours 2000 working hours Notes: As these fluids are not soluble in water, they deposit any accumulated water in the tank. Therefore, it is advantageous if the tank has a sloping base and if a drain tap is fitted. Conversion notes: Use Viton seals. As this fluid is miscible with petroleum oil, systems may be converted with flushing in order to reduce the residual amount of petroleum oil to a minimum and so reduce the non-bio-degradable content (max. admissible 2% remaining oil portion). The internal coating on the inside of the tank must be clarified with the fluid manufacturer before converting to this fluid. All filter elements must be renewed. Only glass fibre or metal mesh filters may be used. In addition, it is recommended that the filter elements are changed shortly after conversion (at the latest after 50 hours working) as deposits formed in the system by the previous use of petroleum oil are dissolved and carried in suspension to the filter.

Even where the fluid has not been run for 2000 hours, it must be changed once per year. The water portion should be < 0.1% (attack by corrosion to nonferrous metal).

Mannesmann Rexroth Corporation Rexroth Hydraulics Div., Industrial, 2315 City Line Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017-2131 Tel. (610) 694-8300 Fax: (610) 694-8467 Rexroth Hydraulics Div., Mobile, 1700 Old Mansfield Road, Wooster, OH 44691-0394 Tel. (330) 263-3400 Fax: (330) 263-3333

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RE 90221-1/12.97

Brueninghaus Hydromatik x tested by BHY.

Type of fluid ISOviscosity class Maker ADDINOL AGIP ARAL ASEOL AUSCHEM ITALIA AUTOL AVIA

Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids HETG, HEPG, HEES for Axial Piston Units

RE 90221-1/12.97
replaces 11.97

Table of environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids

This does not imply that such tests were exhaustive or that a recommendation of such fluids is implied. All rights reserved, subject to revision! Vegetable oil based hydraulic fluids, HETG Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on Polyglycol, HEPG VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on esters, HEES VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 VG 68

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VG 22

VG 32

VG 46

VG 68

koplus HETG 32-68 Autol Bio HVI BAF-46 Vitam Aqua VG 32 Biofluid FR 32 Biofluid FR 46 Autol Bio HVI 46 Avilub Avilub Hydraulic Hydraulic Bio 32 Bio 46 x BioHydraulikl 32 Hydrap 46 Biostar Biofluid FR 68 Aqua VG 46 Terra 15

kosynth HEES 46 Autol HE46 Arnica S22 Arnica S32 Arnica S46 Arnica S68 EHF 46 Vitam Terra 46 Terra 68

Pentaflux Pentaflux 46 AT 68 AT

Avia Avia Avia Avia Avia Avia Avia Hydrosynth Hydrosynth Hydrosynth Syntofluid N Syntofluid N Syntofluid N Syntofluid N 22 32 x 46 22 32 46 x 68 Hydrostar Hydrostar Hydrostar UWF UWF UWF 22 32 46 Hydrostar Hydrostar HEP HEP 32 46 Hydrostar HEP 68

BECHEM

BINOL Biostar Kellersberg BLASER BP Bremer & Leguil BUCHER & CIE MOTOREX CASTROL CONDAT DEA DELTIN
Econa R 32 Biotec x Biotec x Alpin 22 HVX

Blasol
LP8905

Biohyd 32 Biohyd 46

Biohyd SE-S 22 Rivolta SBH 11

Biohyd SE-S 32

Biohyd Biohyd SE-S 46 x SE-S 68 Rivolta SBH 23

Oekohydro 3268

Oekosynt

Oekosynt

2246 Carelube HES

3268 x

CONDAT CONDAT CONDAT Bio 32 Bio 46 Bio 68 Econa PG 32 Deltinol BioHydraulikl HVI 46 Naturelf HYD 38 Hydrelf Bio 46 Econa PG 46 Econa E 46 x

ELF

RE 90221-1/09.97 Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids for Axial Piston Units

x Tested by BHY
Type of fluid ISOviscosity class Maker ESSO

This does not imply that such tests were exhaustive or that a recommendation of such fluids is implied. All rights reserved, subject to revision! Vegetable oil based hydraulic fluids, HETG VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 VG 68 Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on Polyglycol, HEPG VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on esters, HEES VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 VG 68

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Hydraulikl PFL BioHydraulikl 40 Biohydran RS 38 Aviaticon HV-BD 36 Hydraulic V 32 Plantohyd Plantohyd Plantohyd N 32 N 46 N 68

Hydraulik- Hydraulikl l PGK 32 x PGK 46

Hydraulikl HE 46

EVVAAUSTRIA FINA

Biohydran Biohydran Biohydran TMP 32 TMP 46 TMP 68 SE 46 22 Aviaticon HY HE 32 46 Hydraulic HE 46 68

FINKE FRAGOL FUCHS

Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic Hydraulic TR 22 TR 32 x TR 46 HE 22 Renolin PGE 32

Renolin Plantolube Plantohyd Plantohyd Plantohyd PGE 46 x Polar 22S S 32 S46 S 68 Plantosyn 3268 Eco Plantosyn Plantosyn 46 HVI x 68 HVI x

GLOBOIL GREENOCO
The Green Oil Comp. Inc.

BHF 32

BHF 46

BHF 68

Greenwood Hydraulic Fluid

32 HTG 37 Trigolubric 32 BioHydraulikl HETG 32 Syntolubric Syntolubric 32 46 BioHydraulikl HEES 22 BioHydraulikl HEES 46 Synth. Natura 46HV Deutz Oel Bio-HVI 36 UW 500/32 UW 500/46 Biovis Holbein 32 32 Holbein 46 46 68 46 68 HLP 46 Bio

HESSOL Houghton KAJO-Chemie

KENDALL
Demmler & Co Schweiz

Klckner Kompressol Kuwait Petroleum Q8 Lubricating Dutchman Leprince-Siveke

DEUTZ OEL H-EP

32 BA 46 BA 68 BA

LD Bio-Hydresther HVI
Leprinxol BSE Hydrosynt 46 68 TH 92451

Lubrizol

RE 90221-1/11.97 Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids for Axial Piston Units

x Tested by BHY
Type of fluid ISOviscosity class Maker MOBIL

This does not imply that such tests were exhaustive or that a recommendation of such fluids is implied. All rights reserved, subject to revision! Vegetable oil based hydraulic fluids, HETG VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 VG 68 Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on Polyglycol, HEPG VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on esters, HEES VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 VG 68

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EAL 224 H

EAL Syndraulic 46

x
Hydraulic Oil UF 46

x
MOBIL/USA

Envirosyn Envirosyn Envirosyn 32 H 46 H 68 H

x
MOL RT
Ungarn Biokom HID 32 Biokom HID 46 Biokom HID 46S Chemlube 5126 Biohyd M 15 Biohyd M 32 BioHydraulikl HVI 34 Biohyd M 46 Biohyd M 68 Biohyd MS 15 Biohyd MT 32 MS 32 Biohyd Biohyd MT 46 MS 46 x MS 68 Bio Synth. HYD 46 HYDO BS 46 HLP Synth 15 Greensave N 30 Raisio Bio Safe 32 NE x Raisio Bio Safe 68 NE HLP Synth 32 x HLP Synth 46 x Greensave 46 Raisio Bio Safe 46 SE Raisio Bio Safe 68 SE HYDO BS 68 HLP Synth 68

Molyduval MV

OEST

OPTIMOL PANOLIN, Schweiz Quaker Chemical RAISION Finland Reiner Chemische Fabrik GmbH SHELL Sollner Strub & Co Schmiertechnik CH-Reiden STL France Stuart
Colzec TRF Hydrocor E 46 ISOCOR E46 32

Eco-HYD Eco-HYD Eco-HYD 32 N 46 N 68 N Naturelle HF-R32 x Connexol HD 32-68 Fluid BD 22 Fluid Fluid BD 32 x BD 46

Eco-HYD Eco-HYD Eco-HYD 32 S 46 S 68 S S Plus x Naturelle HF-E 46 Naturelle HF-E 68

Hydrosint Hydrosint HLP HLP ISO 32 ISO 46

Hydrosint HLP ISO 68

ISOCOR HF 46

ISOCOR HF 68 ISOCOR HF 2000 68

TAMOIL Texaco Biostar Hydraulic

32 46

Green Hydro Safety

46 46

Synstar Hydraulic
32

RE 90221-1/11.97 Environmentally Acceptable Hydraulic Fluids for Axial Piston Units

x Tested by BHY
Type of fluid ISOviscosity class Maker TOTAL Tribol VALVOLINE WESTFALEN AG Wintershall WISURA YORK Ginouves Zeller & Gmelin

This does not imply that such tests were exhaustive or that a recommendation of such fluids is implied. All rights reserved, subject to revision! Vegetable oil based hydraulic fluids, HETG VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 VG 68 Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on Polyglycol, HEPG VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 Synthetic hydraulic fluids based on esters, HEES VG 22 VG 32 VG 46 VG 68

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Equivis Bio 46 Bio Top 1448/32 Ultraplant 40 BioForbex R 32 Wiolgan HR 32 Hydroma NAT 40 York 777 York 777 Bio VG 32 Bio VG 46 Divinol HTG 46 Divinol HE 46 BioForbex R 46 Ultrasyn PG 46 Bio Top 1448/46

Equivis Bio 68 Bio Top 1448/68

Unisyn Unisyn HLP 22/46 HLP 32/68 BioForbex E 46

Guarantee of correct operation of hydrostatic installations

Environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids to RE 90 221 This guarantee is limited to the supply of suitable materials and correct functioning of the items supplied. Requirements: - The fulfilment of the minimum requirements of DIN 51 524, parts 2 and 3 ( FZG 10) (this is only partially fulfilled by vegetable oil based fluids). - Maintenance of the correct viscosity limits - Operation within the limits set by the technical data with respect to the fluid characteristics (e.g. density, the compatibility of the fluid with paints, filter materials and seals). - Maintenance of the correct degree of fluid cleanliness - Regulated maintenance of the installation and changing the fluid at the intervals recommended by the manufacturer and at least as often as laid down in publication RE 90 221. This guarantee is limited to 6 months after commissioning or 9 months after the supply of the units, whichever is the shorter. Where not otherwise stated, our standard terms and conditions apply.

Mannesmann Rexroth Corporation Rexroth Hydraulics Div., Industrial, 2315 City Line Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017-2131 Tel. (610) 694-8300 Fax: (610) 694-8467 Rexroth Hydraulics Div., Mobile, 1700 Old Mansfield Road, Wooster, OH 44691-0394 Tel. (330) 263-3400 Fax: (330) 263-3333

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