Shell Gadus S3 V220C 2 (En) TDS

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Technical Data Sheet

Previous Names: Shell Albida Grease EP 2, Shell Retinax LX 2

Extra Protection
High Temperature
Red Lithium Complex

Shell Gadus S3 V220C 2


Premium multipurpose extreme-pressure grease

Shell Gadus S3 V220C greases are premium multi-purpose greases based on high viscosity index mineral oil and a
lithium complex soap thickener. They contain the latest additives to offer excellent high temperature oxidation
performance and other additives to enhance its anti-oxidation, anti-wear and anti-corrosion properties. Shell Gadus S3
V220C greases are especially suitable for bearings operating at high temperature and under load.

Performance, Features & Benefits

Excellent mechanical stability even under vibrating conditions.


Consistency retained over long periods, even in conditions of
severe vibration.

Enhanced extreme-pressure properties.


Excellent load-carrying performance.

Good water resistance.


Ensures lasting protection even in the presence of large
amounts of water.

Shell Gadus S3 V220C greases are used for the grease


lubrication of heavy-duty bearings used in machinery found in
the following applications:

Continuous casting
Vibrating sieves
Quarries
Breakers
Roller conveyors
Automotive Wheelbearings
Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations

High dropping point.


Long operational life at high temperatures.
Effective corrosion protection.

ASTM D4950-07 GC-LB


For a full listing of equipment approvals and recommendations,

Ensures components/bearings do not fail due to corrosion.

please consult your local Shell Technical Helpdesk, or the OEM


Approvals website.

Main Applications

Typical Physical Characteristics


Properties

Method

NLGI Consistency

Shell Gadus S3 V220C 2


2
Red

Colour

Lithium complex

Soap Type

Mineral

Base Oil Type


Base Oil Viscosity

@40 C

cSt

IP 71 / ASTM D445

220

Base Oil Viscosity

cSt

IP 71 / ASTM D445

19

0.1mm

IP 50 / ASTM D217

265-295

IP 396

Cone Penetration, Worked


Dropping Point

@100 C
0

@25 C

240
Fair

Pumpability Long Distance

These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification, variations in
these characteristics may occur.
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Health, Safety & Environment

Health and Safety


Shell Gadus S3 V220C Grease is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the
recommended application and good standards of personal hygiene are maintained.
Avoid contact with skin. Use impervious gloves with used oil. After skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water.
Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from
http://www.epc.shell.com/

Protect the Environment


Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.

Additional Information
Temperature
Operating
Operating temperature range -20 C to 140 C (peak 150 C)
Re-greasing Intervals
0

For bearings operating near their maximum recommended temperatures, re-greasing intervals should be reviewed

Advice
Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell representative.

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