Description
Spheerol AP 2 and AP 3 are lithium soap thickened greases.
Application
Spheerol AP 2 and AP 3 are lithium-based greases incorporating solvent-refined base oils. They contain oxidation and corrosion inhibitors, which help to ensure long service life and a high level of protection for metal surfaces. The greases are water-resistant.
Spheerol AP 2 and AP 3 are mainly intended for use in plain and roller bearings of all types and in all kinds of machinery under normal load conditions and within an operating temperature range of -20 °C to +120 °C.
Typical Physical Characteristics
| Test | Method | Units | AP 2 | AP 3 |
| Thickener Type | – | – | Lithium Soap | Lithium Soap |
| NLGI Classification | ASTM D217 | – | 2 | 3 |
| Colour | Visual | – | Yellow/Brown | Light Brown |
| Texture | Visual | – | Smooth | Smooth |
| Drop Point | ASTM D566 | °C | >180 | 174 |
| Base Oil Viscocity @ 40° C | ASTM D445 | mm2/s | 85-105 | 120 |
| Worked Penetration, 25°C/60 Strokes | ASTM D217 | 0.1mm | 265-295 | 235 |
| Emcor Rust Prevention (Distilled Water) | DIN 51802 | – | 1-1 Max | – |
| Water Washout @ 40°C | ASTM D1264 | %wt | 3.5 Max | – |
| Flow Pressure -20°C | DIN 51805 | mbar | 1000max | – |
| Operating Temperature | – | °C | -20 to 120 | -30 to 120 |