| AMSOIL PC Series Synthetic Compressor Oil is a long-life, premium compressor lubricant based on novel, proprietary technology. It incorporates the highest quality, thermally stable PAO synthetics fortified with premium non-detergent, ashless additives for maximum protection at high temperatures and pressures. It lasts up to eight times longer than petroleum oils, effectively reducing maintenance and waste oil disposal costs. Improves Compressor Efficiency
A MSOIL PC Series Oil has low friction properties and resists viscosity increase from oxidation. It helps improve operating efficiency and saves money on electrical energy consumption.
Controls Foam and Reduces Wear
AMSOIL PC Series Oil contains anti-foam additives and, unlike some other compressor oils, is anti-wear fortified. Good foam control reduces heat, oxidation and wear. High contact regions are protected against wear for increased compressor life and efficiency.
Resists Water Contamination
Water from condensation builds up in compressors and can cause unwanted oil/water emulsions, environmental discharge hazards and rust. AMSOIL PC Series Oil is hydrolytically stable. It resists acid formation, readily separates from water and is anti-rust fortified. Water can be easily drained for simplified environmental discharge and increased oil life.
Resists Heat and Oxidation
AMSOIL PC Series Oil combines the inherent stability of premium synthetic base oils with specialized anti-oxidant additives to resist varnish, carbon and acid formation. It is formulated to protect compressors better and last longer in service than petroleum oils, especially during hot operating conditions.
Safety Advantage
AMSOIL PC Series Oil is an ashless, high-flash-point formulation with very low carbon-forming tendencies that minimizes the incidence of ignition-promoting hot spots. While PC Series Oil can provide improved fire safety, it cannot be considered non-flammable.
Application Recommendation
AMSOIL PC Series Oil in the appropriate viscosity is recommended for use in single and multistage rotary screw, vane, centrifugal and reciprocating compressor crankcases and cylinders, vacuum pumps and other applications such as gears, bearings, blowers, pumps and handheld pneumatic tools. In compressor applications, drain intervals of 8,000 hours or more can be expected under normal operation. Drain intervals are subject to operating conditions and maintenance practices. Monitoring by oil analysis is recommended. For best performance when converting to AMSOIL PC Series Oil, it is recommended the compressor be drained of the old fluid prior to the installation of PC Series Oil. If carbon deposits are present on the internal components, it is recommended they be removed following the compressor manufacturer recommendations.
COMPATIBILITY
A MSOIL PC Series Synthetic Compressor Oil is compatible with petroleum oils and most synthetic oils, seals, paints and materials, including the following:
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Gases:
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Nitrogen Hydrogen Helium Carbon Monoxide
Carbon Dioxide (dry) Ethylene Methane
Propane Butane Propylene Butylenes
Natural Gas Benzene Butadiene
Furnace (crack gas) Hydrogen Sulfide (dry)
Synthetic Gas Sulfur Dioxide |
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Paints:
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Epoxy Oil Resistant Alkyd Acrylic Enamel |
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Plastics:
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Acetal (Delrin) ABS Phenolic Polyamide-imide
Polyamide (Nylon)
Polycarbonate (metal covered only)
Polyester Polyetherimide (Nylon) Polyimide
Polyphenylene oxide Polystyrene Polysulfone
PTFE (Teflon) Terephthalate. |
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Elastomers:
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Fluoroelastomer (Viton) Nitrile (Buna N)
Polyacrylate TFE/P Poly Urethane. |
| Note: Not recommended for breathing air or refrigeration compressors. Not recommended for use with polycarbonate plastic that is not metal covered, PVC plastic and butyl, ethylene-propylene or SBR rubber. PC Series Oils are Not Compatible with polyalkylene glycol or silicone oils. |
HEALTH & SAFETY
This product is not expected to cause health concerns when used for the intended application and according to the recommendations in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). An MSDS is available upon request at 715-392-7101 or on the AMSOIL Website. Keep Out of Reach of Children. Don't pollute. Return used oil to collection centers.
Typical Technical Properties
| Synthetic PC Series Compressor Oils |
SAE 10W
(PCH)
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SAE 20
(PCI) |
SAE 30
(PCJ) |
SAE 40
(PCK) |
SAE 50
(PCL) |
| ISO VG - ASTM D-2422 |
32 |
46 |
68 |
100 |
150 |
| VK 100°C - ASTM D-445 |
6.2 |
7.3 |
10.9 |
13.6 |
17.9 |
| VK 40°C - ASTM D-445 |
33.1 |
42.4 |
67.4 |
100.5 |
148.4 |
| Viscosity Index - ASTM D-2270 |
137 |
137 |
153 |
136 |
134 |
| SPGR - ASTM D-1298 |
0.8393 |
0.8408 |
0.8468 |
0.8550 |
0.8602 |
| Density - ASTM D-1298 |
6.989 |
7.001 |
7.051 |
7.119 |
7.163 |
| Flash Point °C (°F) - ASTM D-92 |
264 (507) |
254 (489) |
253 (487) |
264 (507) |
254 (489) |
| Fire Point °C (°F) - ASTM D-92 |
278 (532) |
280 (536) |
280 (536) |
276 (529) |
274 (525) |
| Pour Point °C (°F) - ASTM D-97 |
-53 (-63) |
-48 (-54) |
-40 (-40) |
-45 (-49) |
-42 (-44) |
| Four-Ball Wear Test - ASTM D-4172 (40 kg, 1200 rpm, 75° C, 60 min.) |
0.45 |
0.45 |
0.45 |
0.45 |
0.45 |
| Copper Strip Corrosion Test - ASTM D-130 |
1A |
1A |
1A |
1A |
1A |
| Rust Test - ASTM D665 A & B Fresh Water and Synthetic Sea Water |
Pass |
Pass |
Pass |
Pass |
Pass |
| Foam, ml (ASTM D-892) Sequence I, II, III Test End - and After 10 minutes settling |
0/0/0 |
0/0/0 |
0/0/0 |
0/0/0 |
0/0/0 |
| Demulsibility ASTM D-1401 [oil/water/cuff (minutes)] |
40/40/0 (5) |
40/40/0 (5) |
40/40/0 (5) |
40/40/0 (5) |
40/40/0 (5) |
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