What are the main types of modern industrial oils?

The temporary market for industrial oils is extremely diverse, and their classification can be based on different criteria. However, there are several key categories:

• hydraulic oils;
• transmission (gear) oils;
• compressor oils;
• circulating oils;
• lubricants and coolants;
• specialized oils.

Hydraulic oils are designed for hydraulic systems where they transfer energy, lubricate components, cool and protect against corrosion. They can be general-purpose or specialized (for example, for operation at extreme temperatures or in the food industry).

Transmission (gear) oils are used to lubricate gearboxes, where they ensure operation at high loads and pressures. They must have excellent extreme Pressure properties.

Compressor oils are intended for lubrication and cooling of compressors (screw, reciprocating, refrigerating). The requirements for them can be very high, for example, low propensity to coking and oxidation.

Circulating oils are used in lubrication systems where oil circulates continuously, performing lubrication, cooling and protection.

Lubricants and coolants are often classified into a separate category, they perform the functions of lubrication and cooling in metalworking, which makes them an important part of industrial oils.

Specialized oils, thermal oils (for heating systems), transformer oils (for electrical equipment), lubricants for guides, conveyor oils, etc.