Additives Info

Performance Additives - Automotive Lubricants

Additive Type :

Pour Point Depressant

Purpose :

Enable lubricant to flow at low temperatures

Additive Type :

Viscosity Modifier

Purpose :

Reduce tge rate of viscosity change with temperature

Additive Type :

Antifoamant

Purpose :

Prevent lubricant from forming a persistent foam

Additive Type :

Antioxidant

Purpose :

Retard oxidative decomposition

Additive Type :

Antiwear and EP Agent

Purpose :

Reduce friction and wear and prevent scoring and seizure

Additive Type :

Corrision and Rust Inhibitor

Purpose :

Prevent corrosion and rusting of metal parts in contact with the lubricant

Additive Type :

Detergent

Purpose :

Keep surfaces free of deposits

Additive Type :

Dispersant

Purpose :

Keep insoluble contaiminants dispersed in the lubricant

Additive Type :

Friction Modifier

Purpose :

Alter coefficient of friction