Base oil – the basis of every high-quality lubricant
Base oil is the main component of lubricants such as engine oils, gear oils or hydraulic oils. Depending on the formulation, it accounts for 70-90% of the total volume and has a decisive influence on the performance, temperature stability, viscosity and ageing resistance of an oil. The quality of the base oil therefore determines the performance and service life of a lubricant.
Relevance in the lubricant sector
Base oils are divided into five groups (API Group I-V), depending on the manufacturing process and chemical structure:
– Group I & II: Refined mineral oils
– Group III: Highly refined, semi-synthetic oils (often referred to as “HC synthesis”)
– Group IV: Fully synthetic PAO oils
– Group V: Special oils such as esters, silicone oils etc.
BASINOL lubricants are based on high-quality base oils from Group II, III and IV – ideal for modern engines, hybrid applications, industrial systems and demanding areas of use.
Why is the base oil used so important?
The base oil determines the basic stability of the lubricant: its viscosity, resistance to ageing, cold start behavior and lubricity. Only with a high-quality base oil can a lubricant function under pressure and temperature in the long term.
What role do additives play alongside the base oil?
Additives such as detergents, anti-wear agents and VI improvers are added to the base oil to create specific properties. The combination of base oil and additives turns a simple oil into a high-performance, high-tech lubricant.
Does BASINOL use high-quality base oils?
Yes – BASINOL uses high-quality, tested base oils, primarily from API Group III and IV. These are ideal for modern requirements such as hybrid vehicles, extended maintenance intervals and extreme temperature ranges.
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