Technical Data Sheet
Previous Name: Shell Rhodina Grease EP(LF) Reliable Protection
Water Resistant
Shell Gadus S2 A320
Calcium
High Performance Multipurpose Extreme Pressure Grease
Shell Gadus S2 A320 greases are smooth textured, calcium based greases for
undemanding industrial and marine applications at moderate temperatures
requiring extreme pressure performance.
Applications Seals
Shell Gadus S2 A320Greases are compatible
Plain bearings working under arduous
with all normal mineral oil seal materials
conditions in the presence of water
Shell Gadus S2 A320 Greases are not Health & Safety
recommended for rolling element bearings Shell Gadus S2 A320 Greases are unlikely to
present any significant health or safety hazard
Stern Tube Bearings, Cranes, Davits, when properly used in the recommended
Winches, Windlass application, and good standards of industrial
and personal hygiene are maintained.
Low or Medium duty open gearing
For further guidance on Product Health &
Wire rpes in general use Safety refer to the appropriate Shell Product
Safety Data Sheet.
Performance Features Advice
Advice on applications not covered in this
Good water resistance leaflet may be obtained from your Shell
Withstands washing with water, Representative
preventing loss of protection
Safe handling
Product does not require any labelling
Extreme pressure performance
Protects components from excessive
wear under heavy loads
Operating Temperature Range
- 10°C to +60°C
Peak temperatures up to 80°C (short periods)
Dispensing
Shell Gadus S2 A320 Greases are suitable for
dispensing though standard lubrication
equipment.
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Typical Physical Characteristics
NLGI Consistency
Shell Gadus S2 A320 1 2
Colour Brown Brown
NLGI Consistency 1 2
Soap Type Calcium Calcium
Base Oil (type) Mineral Oil Mineral Oil
Kinematic Viscosity
@ 40°C cSt 320 320
100°C cSt 27 27
(IP 71/ASTM-D445)
Cone Penetration
Worked @ 25°C 0.1 mm 310-340 265-295
(IP 50/ASTM-D217)
Dropping Point °C 80 85
(IP 132/ASTM-D566-76)
Pumpability Good Fair
Long distances
These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future
production will conform to Shell's specification, variations in these
characteristics may occur.
For more information please contact your Shell Marine Products Representative or refer to the Port Services Guide on our
website: www.shell.com/marine. Shell is not liable for application/advice errors when Product Data Sheets/Material Safety Data
Sheets are obtained from non-official sources/sites other than the official website as shown above.
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