Technical Data Sheet
• Wear Protection
• Extra Oil Life and Filterability
Shell Morlina S4 B 460 •
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Enhanced Energy Efficiency
Intended for multi-purpose
Applications
New Generation - Advanced Bearing & Circulating Oils based on synthetic technology
Shell Morlina S4 B oils are high performance synthetic bearing and circulation lubricants, manufactured with high
performance base fluids. They offer outstanding lubrication performance, including improved energy efficiency,
filterability, and long service life even under challenging operating conditions.
Performance, Features & Benefits Rapid water shedding and efficient air release properties
· Extra Long oil life - maintenance saving further enhance the efficiency of the lubrication system by
helping maintain critical oil films between loaded
The use of highly stable synthetic base oils in conjunction
components.
with robust rust and oxidation inhibitor additives help
provide excellent oxidation and hydrolytic stability. This Main Applications
allows Shell Morlina S4 B to extend the maintenance
capability of equipment compared to products based on
conventional mineral oils. In addition, it resists the
formation of harmful products from oxidation at high
operating temperatures which helps maintain system
· Applications involving moderate loads
Shell Morlina S4 B is recommended for systems that include
cleanliness and the reliability of the equipment. The
moderately loaded gearboxes, worm gear drives, vacuum
excellent filterability of this product will also reduce
pumps, and gearboxes with internal backstops subjected
contamination and further maintain cleanliness of the oil.
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extreme temperature variations. The enhanced energy
Excellent wear and corrosion protection
efficiency of Shell Morlina S4 B will help reduce friction in
Shell Morlina S4 B has been formulated to provide operating equipment and potentially reduce energy
excellent consumption.
anti-wear performance and provides high levels of wear
protection for plain and rolling element bearings and
· Lubricated for life systems
The long oil life of Shell Morlina S4 B makes is suitable for
moderately loaded gearboxes, compared to mineral oil-
use in certain ‘lubricated-for-life’ systems.
·
based products. This helps provide superior gear and
bearing component life. In addition it also provides Bearing and circulating oil systems
outstanding rust and corrosion protection of all metal Shell Morlina S4 B is recommended for use in systems
surfaces. containing plain or rolling element bearings, including those
· Enhancing system efficiency with highly loaded bearings commonly found in cement or
quarrying applications.
Shell Morlina S4 B can help improve the efficiency of
Note: Where Bearing & Circulating oils with a lower viscosity
lubrication in bearing and circulating systems. The superior
is required (ISO VG 32 and 46), please use Shell Corena S4
low temperature performance and reduced variation in
R.
viscosity with increasing temperature, in comparison to
mineral oil-based products, provides better lubrication at Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations
low start-up temperatures and the opportunity for energy
· ISO 12925-1 Type CKT specification
savings through reduced pumping and flow losses during
· ANSI/AGMA 9005-E02
·
normal operating conditions.
DIN 51517, Part 3 (CLP Oils)
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· Siemens/VAI ‘Morgan "Morgoil®" Lubricant Spec. New Oil
(Rev. 1.1)’
· Change-over Procedure
Shell Morlina S4 B is compatible with petroleum mineral oils
For a full listing of equipment approvals and and no special change-over procedure is necessary.
recommendations, please consult your local Shell However, to realise the full benefits, it should not be mixed
Technical Helpdesk. with other oils.
It is also advisable to ensure that oil systems are clean and
Compatibility & Miscibility
· Seal & Paint Compatibility
free from contamination to optimise potential service life.
Shell Morlina S4 B is compatible with all seal materials and
paints normally specified for use with mineral and most
synthetic oils.
Typical Physical Characteristics
Properties Method Shell Morlina S4 B
Viscosity Grade ISO 3488 460
Kinematic Viscosity @400C mm2/s ISO 3104 460
Kinematic Viscosity @1000C mm2/s ISO 3104 51
Viscosity Index (VI) ISO 2909 172
Flash Point (COC) 0
C ISO 2592 275
Pour Point 0
C ASTM D97 -36
Density @150C kg/m3 ISO 12185 855
Water Seperability @820C minutes ASTM D1401 25
Foam Test, Seq II ml foam '@0/10 ASTM D892 10/0
mins
Oxidation Control Test: RPVOT minutes minimum ASTM D2272 1750
Oxidation Control Test: TOST hours ASTM D943 10 000
FZG Load Carrying Test failure load stage DIN 51354-2 12
minimum A/8.3/90
These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification,
variations in these characteristics may occur.
Health, Safety & Environment
· Health & Safety
Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from
http://www.epc.shell.com/
· Protect the Environment
Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.
Additional Information
· Advice
Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell representative.
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