| Castrol Optitemp LG GER Range
Low-temperature Greases, Compatible with Plastics
Description
OPTITEMP™ LG GER are fully synthetic lithium greases on a polyalphaolefin base. They are especially designed for the
application at low temperatures and for bearings running at high speeds in the normal temperature range. Good
compatibility with plastics and elastomers.
OPTITEMP® LG 2 is approved according to: VW/AUDI - TL-VW 778 A; BMW - GKM No.0127 403, 0127 473; DBL
6827.40;
Brose - 002-563501-104 group 3; Opel - B 040 0060 for LG 0 GER
Application
Door lock cylinders and door locks in vehicle construction.
Rolling and sliding bearings, clutch bearings and wheel hubs for long-term and lifetime lubrication at low
temperatures.
Bearings running at high speeds (n x dm - factor up to 1 mio.).
Grease-lubricated sliding surfaces at temperatures from - 50°C/- 58°F to + 100°C/+ 212°F or + 120°C/+ 248°F
OPTITEMP® LG 0 GER - due to its soft, semi-fluid grease structure it is especially suited for friction points in
precision mechanics.
Wide temperature application range:
OPTITEMP® LG 0 GER: - 50°C/- 58°F to +100°C/+ 212°F
OPTITEMP® LG 2 GER: - 50°C/- 58°F to +120°C/+ 248°F
Conditions of Use
Fill bearing housing only about half-full with OPTITEMP® LG GER.
Follow the specifications of the bearing manufacturers.
Thoroughly clean bearing before introducing the initial fill.
Do not mix with other greases. In case of doubt please consult the Technical Service of Castrol Industrie
GmbH as to the compatibility with competitive products.
Advantages
Easy start-up at low temperatures.
Compatible with plastics such as polyacetal (e.g. "Delrin") and polyamide (e.g. "Ultramid")
Compatible with elastomers based on synthetic materials (e.g. NBR, CR) and NR-base as well as with rubber.
Does not affect top coat paints e.g. in vehicle construction.
Optimum wear protection.
Good corrosion protection.
Extraordinary water resistance.
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Typical Characteristics
Name Method
Colour
Units LG 0 GER LG 2 GER
Visual
Light Coloured
Light Coloured
Base--
PAO
PAO
Thickner type--
Lithium Soap
Lithium Soap
Worked Penetration (60 strokes @ 25°C / 77°F)
ISO 2137 / ASTM D217
Dropping point
ISO 2176 / ASTM D566
0.1 mm
°C/°F
Water Resistance
DIN 51807-1
Rating
Rust Test - EMCOR (distilled w ater)
355-385
265-295
192/377.6
220/428
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0
ISO 11007 / ASTM D6138 /
DIN 51802
Rating
Oil Separation (168 hrs @ 40°C / 104°F)
IP 121 / DIN 51817
% wt
Flow Pressure @ -40°C / -40°F
DIN 51805
mBar
Optitemp LG GER Range
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