AMSOIL Synthetic 5th Wheel and
Open Gear Compound

Solvent-Free* Proprietary Technology

AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound is based on novel, proprietary technology that does not use asphaltic materials, residual compounded oils or diluent solvents as part of the lubricant formulation.* Typical gear compounds are composed of asphaltic and residual oils cut with solvents to ease application and use. AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound does not require solvents to assist the product in application and use, even in cold weather. This unique formulation virtually eliminates common deficiencies found in typical gear compounds, such as narrow operating temperature range, flaking, poor adhesion, water washout and environmental concerns.

*Aerosol spray contains a solvent that evaporates quickly leaving a solvent-free film of material on treated surfaces

Excellent Adhesion to Metal

AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound provides excellent adhesion in conditions that cause conventional asphaltic open gear compounds to fail. The ability of compounded oils and solvent-cut asphaltic materials to adhere to metal surfaces is affected by the cleanliness of the surface, potentially leaving surfaces unprotected in less-than-ideal conditions. AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound may be applied to dirty or otherwise poorly prepared surfaces.
     The ability of AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound to adhere to metal surfaces under a variety of conditions means greater protection, less maintenance and cleaner application. Plus, in most applications, its superior tenacity reduces relubrication frequency. AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound provides long-lasting lubrication protection, resists water washout and inhibits rust and corrosion.

Won't Flake Off in Low Temperatures or Run Off in High Temperatures

AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound stays in place and protects over a broader temperature range without flaking in low temperatures or softening in high temperatures. Because of the inherent cold-temperature properties of it's synthetic base materials, AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound stays fluid in cold temperatures. This dramatically eases application and allows the product to protect surfaces where residual compounded oils and solvent-cut asphaltic products may not. In cold-temperature applications, residual compounded or asphaltic products will typically flake off, leaving the surfaces unprotected against wear and weather, causing the relubrication interval to increase. AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound stays in place in cold temperatures to provide long-lasting lubrication protection.
     In warm temperatures, asphaltic materials soften and lose film strength, allowing component wear. AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound, a tacky lubricant, stays in place during warm-temperature operations, providing heavy load carrying and extreme pressure performance, thus protecting surfaces and reducing the need for frequent relubrication.

Environmentally Preferred

AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound is environmentally preferred to solvent-cut products.

Applications

AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound is ideal for fifth wheels, open gears, wire ropes, chains, flexible couplings, sliding surfaces of drag lines and shovels, construction equipment and dredging equipment or any application where a heavy, tenacious lubricant is required.
     AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound should be applied at an adequate coverage rate to ensure good lubrication and coverage of all mating surfaces. For easy application, apply at room temperature. Relubrication intervals are based on environmental conditions and use. Manufacturers' recommendations and users' observations of surface conditions may be used to establish correct application rates and lubrication intervals.

Performance Requirements

AMSOIL Synthetic Fifth Wheel and Open Gear Compound meets NLGI #1 and AGMA 14R specifications for open gear lubricants.

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