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Belesta Synthetic Ester Boundary Ion (SYNBIONIC) Technology

Application Example

The use of ester lubricants in speciality applications is well known. What makes Belesta synthetic ester lubricants different is their unique molecular structure.


Utilising molecular modelling techniques, idealised ester-based chemical structures containing multi-functional groups, have been designed and then synthesised. The resultant highly polarised polymeric fluids have excellent load bearing and anti-wear characteristics without the need for potentially damaging additional chemical additives.

 

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These synthetic oils, which are negatively charged, are literally attracted to metal surfaces, which are inherently positively charged, to give the so-called boundary ion effect. This results in a mono-molecular layer of lubricant being electronically bound to the metal surface, thus preventing metal to metal contact.

 

By contrast, conventional lubricants shear and break down on a regular basis resulting in metal to metal contact. This causes friction resulting in wear, high temperatures and increased energy consumption.