Technical Data Sheet

Shell Turbo T 32
High Quality Industrial Steam & Gas Turbine Oils

Shell Turbo Oils T have long been regarded as the industry standard turbine oil. Building on this reputation, Shell
Turbo Oils T have been developed to offer improved performance capable of meeting the demands of the most modern
steam turbine systems and light duty gas turbines, which require no enhanced anti-wear performance for the gearbox.
Shell Turbo Oils T are formulated from high quality hydrotreated base oils and a combination of zinc-free additives
that provide excellent oxidative stability, protection against rust & corrosion, low foaming and excellent demulsibility.

Performance, Features & Benefits Main Applications

· Strong Control of Oxidation Shell Turbo Oils T are available in ISO grades 32, 46, 68 &
The use of inherently oxidatively stable base oils together with 100 and are suited for application in the following areas:
an effective inhibitor package provides high resistance to
oxidative degradation. The result is extended oil life,
· Industrial steam turbines & light duty gas turbines which require
no enhanced anti-wear performance for the gearbox
minimising the formation of aggressive corrosive acids,
· Hydroelectric turbine lubrication
deposits and sludge, reducing your operating costs.
· Numerous applications where strong control over rust and
· High Resistance to Foaming and Rapid Air Release oxidation is required
The oils are formulated with an anti-foam additive, which · Centrifugal and axial, dynamic turbo-compressors and pumps
generally controls foam formation. This feature coupled with where an R&O type or turbine oil is recommended
fast air-release from the lubricant reduces the possibility of
Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations
problems such as pump cavitation, excessive wear and
premature oil oxidation, giving you increased system · Siemens Power Generation TLV 9013 04 & TLV 9013 05
reliability. · Alstom Power Turbo-Systems HTGD 90-117
· Man Turbo SP 079984 D0000 E99
· Positive Water-Shedding Properties · MAG IAS, LLC (formally Cincinnati Machine): P-38
Robust demulsibility control such that excess water, common-
place in steam turbines, can be drained easily from the
· General Electric GEK 28143b Type I, GEK 32568h, GEK
46506e
lubrication system, minimising corrosion and premature wear,
lowering the risk of unplanned maintenance.
· Siemens - Westinghouse 21T0591 & PD-55125Z3
· DIN 51515-1 TD and DIN 51515-2 TG
· Excellent Rust & Corrosion Protection · ISO 8068, L-TSA and L-TGA
Prevents the formation of rust and guards against onset of
· Solar ES 9-224W Class II
corrosion ensuring protection for equipment following
· GEC Alsthom NBA P50001A
exposure to humidity or water during operation and during
· JIS K 2213:2006 Type 2
shut-downs, minimising maintenance.
· ASTM D4304, Type I and Type III
· Resistant to Reaction with Ammonia · GB 11120-2011, L-TSA and L-TGA
The use of highly refined base oils and specific additives, · Indian Standard IS 1012:2002
resistant to attack by ammonia, minimises the possibility of · Skoda: Technical Properties Tp 0010P/97 use in steam
damaging oil soluble/insoluble ammonia compounds being turbines.
formed in the lubricant. Shell Turbo Oils T mitigates the · Alstom Power Hydro Generators (spec HTWT600050)
formation of these deposits, which could impair the reliable · Dresser Rand (spec 003-406-001)
operation of bearings and seal oil systems. · Siemens Turbo Compressors (spec 800 037 98)
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 For a full listing of equipment approvals and
recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical
Helpdesk, or the OEM Approvals website.

Typical Physical Characteristics

Properties Method Shell Turbo Oil T

Viscosity @100°C cSt ASTM D445 5.45

Viscosity Index ASTM D2270 105

Colour ASTM D1500 L 0.5

Density g/mL ASTM D4052 0.8584

Pour Point °C ASTM D97 <-33

Flash Point (COC) °C ASTM D92 >215

Total Acid Number mg KOH/g ASTM D974 0.10

Air Release, Minutes min ASTM D3427 4

Water Demulsibility min ASTM D1401 15

Steam Demulsibility secs DIN 51589 150

Rust Control ASTM D665B Pass

Oxidation Control Test - TOST Life hrs ASTM D943 10,000+

Oxidation Control Test - RPVOT - minutes min ASTM D2272 >950

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

· Health and Safety

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

Additional Information

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

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