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Recommended Lubricants
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For higher ambient temperatures, please consult the factory.
Food Grade HTEP grease, NLGI No. 2 grade. Must meet all requirements of
FDA Regulation 21 CFR 178.3570 (the former USDA H-1 approval
requirements) for lubricants having incidental contact with food.
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS FOR M-D VACUUM BOOSTERS
RECOMMENDED OIL FOR OXYGEN-ENRICHED SERVICE
Blowers used in oxygen-enriched service should use only non-flammable, PFPEsynthetic lubricant. Blowers used in hydrogen
service should use only PneuLube synthetic oil. Tuthill Vacuum & Blower Systems cannot accept responsibility for damage to
seals, O-rings and gaskets caused by use of synthetic lubricants not recommended by Tuthill Vacuum and Blower Systems
REQUIREMENTS
RECOMMENDED GREASE FOR CP BLOWERS:
TUTHILL
Tuthill PneuLube™ NLGI #2 premium grade,
petroleum base lithium grease.
• Suitable for high vacuum service
• 100 cSt @ 40°C
• Vapor pressure of 1 micron or less @ 70°F (21°C)
• Straight mineral (no additives) or PAO synthetic oil