New Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil Provides Outstanding Protection and High Biodegradability
Hydraulic fluid leaks and spills are potentially toxic problems, with standard hydraulic fluids posing greatly increased risk of ground water and aquatic environment contamination.
Because long-term exposure to these fluids can be detrimental to plant, animal and human health, many companies opt to use environmentally- friendly fluids and lubricants while working in or around at-risk areas. With environmental protection awareness and regulatory oversight on the rise, this special market segment is expected to continue growing each year.
New AMSOIL Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil (BHO) is an ISO VG 46, bio-based, anti-wear fluid designed to provide premium hydraulic fluid performance for demanding applications, while also effectively addressing biodegradability and low toxicity requirements. Its blend of high oleic oils, synthetic esters and customized additives not only protects hydraulic components against wear, but also protects the environment in the case of leakage or spills.
Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil is 95 percent biodegradable per CEC L-33-T-93. The Modified Sturm, OECD 301B test indicates it is Readily Biodegradable with an environmental persistence classification of Pw1, the fastest and highest level of biodegradation result for this test. Its low aquatic toxicity is confirmed by the Fathead Minnow and Daphnia Magna test results, while its biobased formula meets the U.S. Federal Bio-based Procurement Guidelines defined in Section 9002 of the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 (FSRIA).
Although vegetable-based oils typically offer the highest levels of biodegradability, they are often regarded as unstable and unreliable. AMSOIL Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil, however, incorporates high oleic oils, additive advancements and improved manufacturing techniques to ensure it performs at or above the level required of a premium hydraulic fluid.
Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil displays excellent performance in standard and extended duration vane and piston pump tests. It exhibits outstanding oxidative and hydrolytic stability, protects against rust and meets the requirements of the Vickers M-2950-S and I-286-S standards, ensuring users receive all the benefits of a premium hydraulic fluid in an environmentally-friendly product.
Typical applications for AMSOIL Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil include, but are not limited to, heavy equipment with stationary and mobile piston and vane pumps, farm equipment, marine and offshore activities, mobile hydraulic generators, lawn and turf care, road construction equipment, railroad maintenance, forestry management, general construction, well drilling, storage elevators and salvage yards.
AMSOIL Biodegradable Hydraulic Oil (BHO) replaces the previous biodegradable hydraulic oil formulation (TBI), which is discontinued and no longer available.
