Piston compressors pose extreme demands on lubricants: the high compression temperature - possibly exceeding 200°C (392°F) – pressures up to 40 bar, condensation - typically during low cycle load - and dust contamination in installations that are not optimally maintained.
Traditional lubricants cannot cope with these extreme conditions, resulting in fast oil degradation, overheating and potentially irreversible damage and high repair costs. Therefore, high performing lubricants increase the equipment lifetime. The Atlas Copco L Piston Fluid has been developed as a high resistance lubricant, withstanding severe conditions, with a long service interval and superior performance.
Considering the low oil content in piston compressors, often less than two liters, the economy of lesser quality oils simply is not worth the risk.
