Trilene® for lubricants, greases, and oil applications

Lion Trilene® liquid elastomers are beneficial viscosity additives for lubricating grease and oil formulators that require a low–molecular weight product while encompassing the traditional benefits of EPDM polymers. New global markets experiencing industrialization growth expect lubricant, grease, and oil formulations to provide long-lasting performance benefits to support their operations. These expectations include reducing operational and maintenance expenses while maintaining consistent production outputs within industry applications such as construction, metal mining, cement production, power generation, food processing, heavy-duty transportation, gas refining, and textiles. Lubricating greases and oils must be able to exist in extreme conditions while delivering long-lasting durability and performance.

Ethylene propylene diene terpolymers (EPDM) are stable, saturated hydrocarbons and offer outstanding heat, ozone, weather, and electrical resistant properties in traditional rubber compounding and processing applications. The unique polymer chemistry of highly saturated and linear/branched molecules creates a tight molecular weight distribution. As a viscosity improver added to a base oil formulation, Trilene® allows for consistent performance while exposed to extreme temperatures.

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Durability 

Performance 

Viscosity Improvement 

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Trilene® Liquid EPDM delivers superior viscosity, high temperature, and shear stabilizing advantages. Because of their low molecular weight, the EPDM terpolymers can provide thickener properties for viscosity index improvement benefits. Trilene® is also compatible with various synthetic mineral formulations and antioxidant additive packages. Lastly, Trilene® assists in reducing friction and creating stability to maintain consistency and high-quality performance.

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Typical Trilene® Starting Formulations

The chart below shows potential formulations for viscosity modification using Trilene® CP-80 in industrial gear oil applications.

*Formulations using Trilene® Liquid Polymers can have excellent low-temperature properties, allowing their use over a wide range of temperatures.

*Based on the severity of the application, a choice of viscosity modifiers with different shear stability characteristics and potential cost and performance benefits are realized.

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Liquid EPDM Polymers

Trilene® Liquid EPDM capabilities range from providing viscosity modifying benefits to excellent processing advantages for rubber compounding applications. As a versatile, low–molecular weight EPDM, Trilene® is an exceptional viscosity modifier for your base lubricant, grease, and oil formulations. Explore the Trilene® portfolio and request your sample today!