Lubricants Report

Product Data Sheet from Shell Lubricants

PDS# 3.14.18

ALVANIA* EP
MULTI-PURPOSE GREASES FOR HEAVY AUTOMOTIVE
AND INDUSTRIAL APPLICATION
(1)
"New and improved"
PRODUCT LINE
Alvania EP Greases are premium quality, non-lead multi-purpose products based on lithium soap. They were originally
conceived and patented by Shell and have continuously been improved over the years. Their multi-purpose nature allows for
use in both heavy duty automotive and industrial applications, thus reducing the need for specialty greases in specific
applications. Alvania EP Greases are offered in three NLGI grades (O, 1 and 2).
APPLICATIONS
Alvania EP can be used to lubricate plain, sleeve and rolling bearings in most industrial and marine applications operating in
the -50C to 130C temperature range. Heavy duty automotive, farm and resource industry applications include chassis
points, universal joints, water pumps, track rollers, clutches and wheel bearings. Alvania EP Artic Moly is specially designed
for low temperature central system use down to -50C. Alvania EP MS (Multi-Season) can be used for low temperature
grease gun applications. Where application and operating temperatures are expected to exceed 130C, greases such as
Darina XL or Albida EP are recommended.
For applications where intermittent sliding forces are encountered, such as steering gears, king pins, front suspensions, fifth
wheels, guide ways and telescoping booms, an Alvania EP Moly grade is recommended.
PERFORMANCE BENEFITS
Excellent Load Carrying Ability - Alvania EP contains an extreme pressure additive which imparts excellent load carrying
properties -- translating into longer equipment life.
Anti-Rust Capability - The anti-rust additives promote excellent rust and corrosion protection in wet conditions.
Oxidation Stability - Longer lubricant life due to the oxidation inhibitors in Alvania EP -- which means longer lubrication
intervals and less grease usage.
Resistance to Water Washout - Providing "stay-in" performance and extended relubrication intervals.
Wide Application Temperature Range - There is a grade available for applications from -50C to 135C.
APPROVALS
Approved by CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency) for industrial food plant use. Avoid food contamination during
application and storage.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

Alvania
EP 2

Alvania EP
Moly

Alvania
EP 1

Alvania EP
Arctic

PRODUCT CODE

504-532

504-518

504-531

504-509

Alvania
Alvania
EP
EP
Arctic Alvania
Moly
EPMS MS Moly
504-511
504-514 504-513

NLGI Grade
Colour
Thickener
Estimated Operating Range, C

2
Brown
Lithium
-25
to 135
-20

2
Grey
Lithium
-25
to 135
-20

1
Brown
Lithium
-30
to 135
-25

0
Brown
Lithium
-50
to 80
-45

0
Grey
Lithium
-50
to 80
-45

200
150
280

200
150
280

200
150
325

190
20
370

190
20
370

195
27
325

195
27
325

D 2265
D 2270
D 217

310

310

345

400

400

355

355

D 217

360
0.5

360
0.5

375
0.5

0.6

0.6

370
0.6

370
0.6

D 1831
D 2266

40
18.2

40
18.2

40
18.2

35
18.2

40
18.2

40
18.2

40
18.2

D 2596
D 2509

15
<1
pass

15
<1
pass

15
2.0
pass

15
10
pass

15
10
pass

15
5.5
pass

15
5.5
pass

D 942
D 1742
D 1743

8.4
-

8.4
-

11.9
-

20

20

2.1

2.1

USS-DM 43

Minimum Dispensing
Temperature, C(2)
Dropping Point, C
Mineral Oil Viscosity cSt at 40C
Worked Penetration 60 strokes at
25C
Worked Penetration 105 strokes at
25C
Roll Stability (96hrs)
4 Ball Wear Test mm
EP Tests
4-Ball, Load Wear Index
Timken Oil Load (kg)
Bomb Oxidation at 99C
Pressure Drop at 100h, kPa
Bleed 24hrs @ 25C, % wt
Corrosion Test, 48 hr. @ 52C,
Rating
Mobility
@ -17.8 C g/min
@ -40 C g/min
(1)
(2)

ASTM
Method

1
1
Brown
Grey
Lithium Lithium
-40
-40
to 80
to 80
-35
-35

Improved mechanical stability and oxidation for super long life.

May vary with design of grease gun or centralized pumping system and size length of dispensing lines.

Visit your nearest Shell Associate or Reseller for more details.

Need more product information? Please contact the Shell Customer Service Centre at 1-800-661-1600
or e-mail us at questions@shell.com
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