Gulf Transcrest U
Uninhibited Electrical Insulating Oil
Product Description
Gulf Transcrest U is high performance uninhibited electrical insulating oil specially designed for use in transformers,
switchgears and other electrical equipment. This oil is formulated with high quality severely hydroprocessed naphthenic
base oils and do not contain antioxidant or metal passivating additives. It possess good dielectric properties and heat
transfer characteristics due to the low viscosity and is free from detrimental traces of water, dust and fibrous material to
provide reliable operation with reduced down-time and improved service life. Gulf Transcrest U exceeds the
performance requirements of major transformer and switchgear specifications.
Features & Benefits
High dielectric strength ensures excellent insulation and quenching of electric arc between switchgear contacts
when opening the switch.
Low power-loss contributes to overall efficiency
Free from traces of water, dust and fibrous material and hence has no detrimental effects on the electric properties
of the oil leading to maximizing oil and equipment life.
Low viscosity and high interfacial tension ensures good wetability of oil and removal of air gaps to insulate windings
and dissipate heat.
Effective long term protection from rust and corrosion to critical system components
Applications
Insulating and cooling oil for electrical transformers, switchgears, circuit breakers, capacitors and automotive
ignition coils.
Used where inhibited insulating oils meeting IEC 60296: Uninhibited type (U) are required.
Specifications, Approvals & Typical Properties
Meets the following Specifications
IEC 60296 Uninhibited Type (U) X
Typical Properties
Test Parameters Test Method Typical Values
Viscosity @ 40 ºC, cSt ISO 3104 9.8
Viscosity @ -30 ºC, cSt ISO 3104 1170
Flash Point, PMCC, ºC ISO 2719 145
Pour Point, ºC ISO 3016 -51
Density @ 20ºC, Kg/l ISO 12185 0.882
Breakdown Voltage, kV, Before Treatment IEC 60156 56
Breakdown Voltage, kV, After Treatment IEC 60156 75
Acid Number, mg KOH/g IEC 62021-1 <0.01
DDF @ 90ºC IEC 60247 0.002
Interfacial Tension, mN/m ASTM D 971 47
Corrosive Sulphur IEC 62535 Noncorrosive
Furfural Content, mg/kg IEC 61198 <0.1
Antioxidant Additive, wt% IEC 60666 Not Detected
Water Content, mg/kg IEC 60814 15
Oxidation Stability @ 120ºC, 164 hrs
Total Acidity, mg KOH/g 0.9
IEC 61125,C
Sludge, % 0.2
DDF @ 90ºC 0.047
PCB Content IEC 61619 Not Detected
November 2016
Properties mentioned are typical only and minor variations, which do not affect product performance, are expected to arise in normal manufacturing processes. Please follow equipment
manufacturer’s recommendations for performance level and viscosity grade. The Safety Data Sheet for this product is available from your nearest Gulf Distributor. Please consult our local
representative if any further information is required.
The information contained herein is believed to be correct at the time of publication and may be subject to modification from time to time. It is the user's responsibility to verify that this data sheet is
current prior to using the product. No warranty expressed or implied is given concerning the accuracy of the information or the suitability of products. Gulf Oil International reserves the right to
modify and change its products and specifications without prior notice.
This data sheet has been issued by us in English language only. In the event of any discrepancy between the English language version and any other language version, the English language
version shall prevail.
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