Krytox™ Lubricant Solutions for the Automotive Industry

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Performance Lubricants for Automotive Applications

Krytox™ high-performance oils and greases are engineered to solve the lubrication demands of the automotive industry. These synthetic perfluoropolyether (PFPE) lubricants perform where other lubrication chemistries cannot. They prevent part failure in extreme conditions, increase service life of critical components, and reduce noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) issues throughout the vehicle assemblies. These performance benefits allow automotive manufacturers to extend warranties and reduce issues for car owners.

Krytox™ formulations are tailored to individual automotive applications to perform in their unique operating conditions. Important variables when selecting a lubricant include the viscosity grade of PFPE oil (Based on International Organization for Standard [ISO]), the unique additives that provide varying degrees of anti-corrosion and/or anti-wear protection, and the amount and type of thickener used in grease formulations. Uses for the diverse portfolio of Krytox™ lubricants can be found in applications both under the hood, like viscous fan clutch bearings, alternators, and idler bearings; and all over the vehicle cabin, including weather stripping, latches, and air vents.

For a complete list of lubricants appropriate for automotive applications, please see our Krytox™ Lubricants automotive brochure.

Features and Benefits of Krytox™ High-Performance Lubricants

The Krytox™ oil and grease portfolio contains a solution for every challenge. Depending on the application performance needs, a grade of Krytox™ lubricants can be selected to deliver both low and high temperature performance, prevent wear and corrosion, reduce noise and vibration, and resist washout from weather and automotive fluids.

Krytox™ lubricants are ideal for use in automotive applications because they:

Are chemically inert
Are nonflammable
Do not damage plastics or elastomers
Do not cause corrosion to metals
Are biologically and environmentally inert
Contain no intentionally added volatile organic compound (VOC) or chlorine
Are not hazardous to the atmosphere or ozone

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Krytox™ Automotive Lubricants

Grade	Useful Temperature Range ^oC (^oF)	Base Oil Viscosity at 40 ^oC (104 ^oF)	NLGI Grade	Features	Applications
GPL 105	-36 to 204 (-32 to 399)	160	N/A	Medium viscosity, additive free PFPE oil	Headrest posts, seatbelt mechanism, interior surface NVH
GPL204	-51 to 179 (-60 to 354)	60	2	Additive free, PFPE grease	Latches, brake pedal assembly, air bag spring, steering system, noise damping
UT2045	-44 to 200 (-47 to 392)	100
GPL205	-36 to 204 (-32 to 399)	160
GPL206	-36 to 260 (-32 to 500)	240
GPL207	-30 to 288 (-22 to 550)	440
GPL224	-51 to 179 (-60 to 354)	60	2	PFPE grease with sodium nitrite, anti-corrosion additive	Automotive bearings, alternators, valves
AUT2245	-44 to 200 (-47 to 392)	100
GPL225	-36 to 204 (-32 to 399)	160
GPL226	-36 to 260 (-32 to 500)	240
GPL227	-30 to 288 (-22 to 550)	440
AUT U14	-55 to 160 (-67 to 320)	50	N/A	Low viscosity PFPE oil with soluble UV indicator	Elastomer weather seals

NOTE: Grades in bold indicate typical starting point for grade selection in referenced applications

In addition to these grades, Krytox™ oils and greases form a broad portfolio of lubricant solutions. Please contact a Chemours representative for support finding a specific solution for your application.