High temperature chain oils, also known as high temperature chain lubricants, are industrial solutions designed to lubricate and protect chains found in a wide variety of industries where high temperature processes are encountered such as:

• Glass and mineral wool curing
• Plasterboard drying
• Ceramic production
• Textile production
• Food production
• Paint E-coat lines

To ensure the demands of such a wide range of industrial applications are met, our high-temperature chain oils have been designed to offer a variety of viscosities, thermal stability performance, and corrosion protection.

The key performance differentiator for high temperature chain oils is thermal stability, which we categorise into three parameters: oxidation resistance, volatility behaviour and oil ageing characteristics. High thermal stability ensures lubricant durability, reliable performance and increased protection of equipment during use when exposed to demanding temperature conditions, demonstrated in Fig.1 by our oil ageing test at 230^oC.

Fig.1: A comparison of a competitor product (left) vs performance of Molychain GT-260 (right). As shown, oil residue remains clear, free flowing and free from deposit build up for Molychain GT-260.

Our Molychain wet-film range offers temperature capabilities up to 310^oC; from our Molychain CM range (a mineral oil-based range that offers optimal thermal stability performance up to 150^oC), to our most premium range Molychain KP (a fully synthetic range capable of operating up to 290^oC, or 310^oC when used intermittently).

When excellent lubrication is required at temperatures beyond the capabilities of fluid lubricants, Molychain DF-600 has been designed to function as a solid-film lubricant above 180^oC without forming problematic carbon residues (suitable for use at continuous operating temperatures up to 450°C and intermittently up to 600°C).

In some applications, high humidity and potentiation water exposure is common and hence a high level of corrosion protection is required. Molychain HX-125PC for example is a solution specifically designed for use on e-coat lines where exposure to water-based coatings/humidity is expected. Our unique additive system therefore minimises the creation of oil spots/splatters that can result in coating imperfections as shown in Figure.2.

Fig.2: A comparison of a competitor product (left) vs performance of Molychain HX-125PC (right). As shown, no oil spots/splatters are observed for Molychain HX-125PC.

Without effective high-temperature lubrication, chains and equipment components are more prone to friction, premature wear, and even failure, which can lead to costly downtime and maintenance stoppages. Our specialist range provides critical lubrication and protection by:

• Enhancing resistance to thermo-oxidative degradation
• Providing excellent anti-wear properties
• Ensuring low volatility during use
• Preventing build-up of carbon deposits
• Adding increased durability within high humidity environments

Molychain is Molyslip’s leading range of high performance, high temperature chain oils.

As a manufacturer with over 85+ years of industrial expertise, Molyslip is at the forefront of leading technologies and innovation, representing the very best performance and protection.

Molychain represents the best of Molyslip’s commitment to leading products and innovative solutions, with products such as Molychain HX for Ceramic and Textile industries to DF-600 assisting in extreme temperatures our products truly are a game changer for many manufacturing applications.

The Molychain range excels with: 

• High quality base oils and the latest in synthetic technology
• A trusted brand with over 85+ years of experience in the industry
• A wide range of solutions to meet all applications and industries
• Excellent anti-wear properties
• Unmatched aftersales support and technical knowledge
• In-house lab and testing ensuring tailored solutions and continued innovation

Finding the right solution for your specific manufacturing needs can be difficult, luckily our expert team is on hand to assist. Speaking to one of our expert technical support team you gain access to over 85 years of industry knowledge and expertise.

Molyslip benefits from an in-house laboratory, allowing for the latest innovation and continuous testing of our products to offer the best solutions on the market.

Manufactured in Manchester, UK, Molyslip is a proud British operation, exporting on a truly global scale. Boasting five strategically placed offices across the UK, Arabia, India, South America, and China, Molyslip can offer our leading range to a worldwide audience.

To learn more about Molychain and how our leading range of high temperature chain oils can improve your operations, get in touch with our team today.