High performance diesel engine lubricant
Description
Castrol TLX Xtra is a range of high performance engine oil to withstand high oil stress conditions seen in the latest engine designs which have reduced oil capacity and consumption. It is suitable for operating with a wide range of fuel types HSFO, VLSFO, ULSFO and dual fuel LNG applications.
Application
TLX Xtra has been developed for use in medium speed engines for marine propulsion and power generation applications. TLX Xtra is available with 20, 30, 40 and 50 or 55 BN, and SAE 30 and 40 viscosity grades to suit engine builders' requirements and fuel variation. It is also suitable for diesel engines fitted with latest emission reduction technology and after treatment systems.
Advantages
Formulated with an enhanced detergency system (EDS) to maintain excellent cleanliness for reliable engine operation Reduced risk of piston deposit
Exceeds API CF engine cleanliness requirements*
Maintains cleanliness under high oil stress conditions
Increased performance delivered through
Extended operation within OEM oil condition limits Improved oil treatment and water shedding performance Excellent liner condition and low wear rates
2020 ready and capable of handling fuel variability
*As tested in low BN variants
Product Performance Claims
The TLX Xtra range of oils holds approvals or letters of no objection from MAN, MAK, Wartsila, Daihatsu, Yanmar and Hyundai HIMSEN medium speed engine manufacturers.
Typical Characteristics
Name |
Method |
Units |
TLX Xtra 203 |
TLX Xtra 204 |
TLX Xtra 303 |
TLX Xtra 304 |
TLX Xtra 404 |
TLX Xtra 504 |
TLX Xtra 554 |
Density @ 15C, Relative |
ASTM D4052 |
g/ml |
0.893 |
0.898 |
0.900 |
0.902 |
0.908 |
0.915 |
0.917 |
Viscosity, Kinematic 100C |
ASTM D445 |
mm²/s |
11.4 |
14.1 |
11.5 |
13.5 |
13.9 |
13.9 |
13.9 |
Flash Point, PMCC |
ASTM D93 |
°C |
218 |
221 |
219 |
217 |
218 |
218 |
218 |
Pour Point |
ASTM D97 |
°C |
-13 |
-12 |
-13 |
-14 |
-13 |
-16 |
-15 |
Total Base Number, TBN |
ASTM D2896 |
mg KOH/g |
20 |
20 |
30 |
30 |
40 |
50 |
55 |
Viscosity Index |
ASTM D2270 |
None |
102 |
101 |
105 |
103 |
105 |
107 |
108 |
The above figures are typical of those obtained with normal production tolerance and do not constitute a specification