Product Data

Anvol SWX
Fire resistant hydraulic fluid

Description
The Castrol Anvol™ SWX grades are HFDU synthetic polyol ester type hydraulic fluids for use in applications that require
a high degree of lubricity and fire resistance according to Factory Mutual Category 1. Anvol SWX products are outstanding
in their category in providing a safe working environment and improved system reliability.

Application
Formulated to work in high pressure hydraulic systems up to 7500psi Anvol SWX provides all types of hydraulic pumps
with protection against wear equivalent to that of mineral oils.

Anvol SWX is designed to combine HFDU fire resistance performance with superior system reliability and a reduced
tendency to form varnish or sludge in valves, pipes and reservoirs. It also provides greater resistance to water by offering
high levels of corrosion protection.

Even in the harshest steel mill environment, Anvol SWX provides safety, protection and reliability. This has the added
value of reducing failures and minimising unscheduled downtime.

Anvol SWX is used in areas of the manufacturing industry were there is high risk of fire such as hot strip mills, coil
handling facilities, pipe mills and continuous casters. The risk is minimised by the high fire point and the low heat of
combustion of Anvol SWX.

Anvol SWX grades are fully compatible with nitrile (NBR), hydrogenated NBR and fluropocarbon rubbers (FKM). The Seal
Compatibiltiy Index is comparable to mineral oils.

Anvol SWX grades meet the requirements of: Factory Mutual Category 1

Advantages
High fire point provides superior fire resistance characteristics which creates a safer working environment and
greater equipment protection.
Anvol SWX is shear stable and fire resistant properties are maintained during use.
Advanced corrosion inhibition protects ferrous components from residual water and leads to extended
equipment life and reduced downtime.
Excellent resistance to oxidation and thermal degradation reduces sludges, varnish and prevents valve sticking.
This ensures longer system life and longer drain periods.
Good antiwear performance gives excellent wear protection and reduces downtime from unscheduled
maintenance.

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 Typical Characteristics
Name Method Units 46 68
Density @ 15°C / 59°F ISO 12185 / ASTM D4052 kg/m³ 890 890
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C / 104°F ISO 3104 / ASTM D445 mm²/s 48 62
Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C / 212°F ISO 3104 / ASTM D445 mm²/s 9.6 12.2
Viscosity Index ISO 2909 / ASTM D2270 - 180 180
Pour Point ISO 3016 / ASTM D97 °C/°F -36 -33
Flash Point - open cup method ISO 2592 / ASTM D92 °C/°F 280 300
Fire Point ISO 2592 / ASTM D92 °C/°F 360 360
Autoignition temperature ASTM E659 °C/°F 430 430
Foam Sequence I - tendency / stability ISO 6247 / ASTM D892 ml/ml 10/0 10/0
Water Separation @ 54°C / 129°F (40/37/3) ISO 6614 / ASTM D1401 min 25 25
Air Release @ 50°C / 122°F ISO 9120 / ASTM D3427 min 2 3
FZG Gear Scuffing test - A/8.3/90 ISO 14635-1 Failure Load Stage >12 >12
Rust test - synthetic seawater (24 hrs) ISO 7120 / ASTM D665B - Pass Pass
Oxidation Stability - Rotating Pressure Vessel test ASTM D2272 min 230 230
Oxidation Stability - TOST ISO 4263-1 / ASTM D943 hrs 450 450
Shear Stability - KRL test (20hrs) DIN 51350-6 / CEC L45-A-99 viscosity loss (%) <1 <1
Factory Mutual SFP Calculation - 5.0 4.7

Additional Information
Unlike some HFDU products Anvol SWX does not use polymeric materials in order to pass spray ignition type tests.
These polymeric materials can rapidly shear in service and this leads to a loss of the claimed spray test performance
and also to a significant reduction in viscosity. The selection of Anvol SWX for use in a hazardous environment should be
based on its high fire point and lower calorific output (based on Factory Mutual Group 1 classification). A risk
assessment should always be carried out whenever there is a need to select any type of fire resistant hydraulic fluid,
based on factors such as the potential sources of ignition, fire prevention measures in place and potential
consequences of a fire.

Anvol SWX
30 Aug 2017
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Castrol Industrial , North America Inc. , 150 West Warrenville Road , 603 1E Naperville , IL 60563
Tel: (877) 641 1600 Fax: (877) 648 9801
www.castrol.com/industrial

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