04/07/2024 by Mark
Solest is a CPI Fluid Engineering brand that supplies polyol ester (POE) type lubricants.
The range has been engineered for air conditioning and refrigeration compressor systems that use hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants. However, Solest is also an applicable solution for other systems using hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HFCF) and hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) refrigerants under specific operating conditions.
Here, we examine seven tangible benefits that Solest offers to operations and their users.
Outstanding bearing lubrication
Effectively fulfilling its role as a lubricant, Solest ensures compressor components are adequately lubricated, providing enhanced wear resistance when bearing and other parts work in proximity. This provides extended compressor lifespan.
Excellent refrigerant miscibility
For lubricants to work efficiently, they must mix well with the refrigerant in use. Solest excels in this area and is miscible with low GWP (global warming potential) refrigerants like HFOs and HFCs, but also older solutions like HFCFs.
Impressive thermally stability
Solest is designed to be thermally stable at a range of operating temperatures, reducing stress on the system and promoting longer active service life of equipment.
Improved lubrication management
Providing excellent levels of lubricity, Solest has been engineered to ensure streamlined operations. Oils are designed to last longer and offer extended drain intervals producing gains in system efficiency.
Protection from corrosion and contamination
Solest forms a protective seal over working components in compressors to defend them against corrosive forces such as rust. It also flushes contaminants that build up in systems where they can be harmlessly filtered out. As a result, it delivers improved system dependability and reduced mechanical downtime.
Optimised performance
Maximising performance through effective lubrication, Solest can save companies money through reduced operating costs and less maintenance requirements. When compressors are served by a high-quality lubricant they work more effectively, and less energy is required to keep them functioning at optimum.
Systems serviced by a high-quality lubricant like Solest are also easier and therefore less expensive to maintain.
Eco-friendly
CPI Fluid Engineering is focused on the future, and is working to help operations meet the latest environmental regulations. The Solest brand is the perfect example of this.
Solest is not only designed to work with low GWP refrigerants, but is also biodegradable to minimise its impact on the environment.
Thermally and chemically stable, sustainable and able to offer outstanding performance in key lubricant characteristics, it’s no surprise Solest is considered a best-in-class product for its field.
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