SYNFILM
AIR COMPRESSOR AND INDUSTRIAL OIL
BEYOND SYNTHETIC®
Synfilm, Royal Purple’s bestselling industrial lubricant, is recommended for air compressors, pumps, steam turbines,
bearings, gears, air tools, etc.
Synfilm is a long life, high film strength, energy efficient, synthetic lubricant that significantly increases bearing life and
equipment reliability. Synfilm gains its performance advantage over competing mineral and synthetic oils through its superior
blend of synthetic base oils plus Royal Purple’s proprietary Synerlec additive technology. This unique additive technology is
proven to make equipment run smoother, cooler, quieter, longer and more efficiently.
Synfilm typically replaces conventional, low film strength, R&O (rust and oxidation inhibited) oils that rely solely on their
viscosity to protect equipment against wear.
SYNERLEC® ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGY MAKES THE DIFFERENCE!
Synthetic oils enable Royal Purple to make superior lubricants, but it is Royal Purple’s advanced Synerlec additive technology
that gives its lubricants their amazing performance advantages. Synerlec additive technology truly is beyond synthetic.
Synerlec additive technology forms a tough, slippery, synthetic film on all metal surfaces. This proprietary film significantly
improves lubrication: first, by increasing the oil film’s thickness, and second, by increasing the oil film’s toughness, both of
which help to prevent metal-to-metal contact. It displaces moisture from metal surfaces and protects all metals against rust and
corrosion. It also fortifies the oil against the detrimental effects of heat, which causes oil to oxidize.
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
High Film Strength
Synfilm protects bearings far beyond the ability of other compressor and pump oils, carrying up to 700 percent greater loads.
Rapidly Separates from Water
Synfilm rapidly and completely separates from water, which is easily drained from the bottom of the oil reservoir.
Saves Energy
Synfilm has an extremely low coefficient of friction that is proven to save energy over conventional oils. In rotating
equipment these savings frequently exceed the total cost of the oil within several months, making what was once an oil
expense a profit.
Reduces Bearing Vibrations
The tough oil film of Synfilm coupled with its ability to micro-polish contacting bearing elements provides superior
bearing lubrication.
Longer Oil Life
Synfilm has outstanding oxidation stability that greatly extends oil change intervals while keeping equipment clean.
Excellent Corrosion Protection
The tough oil film of Synfilm forms an ionic bond on metal surfaces, which acts as a preservative oil during shutdown and
provides instant lubrication upon startup.
Synthetic Solvency
The natural solvency of Synfilm cleans up dirty equipment and keeps it clean.
REVISED 3/11/2019
Compatible with Seals
Synfilm has excellent compatibility with most seals.
Compatible with Other Oils
Synfilm can be mixed with mineral oils and most synthetic oils. (It is not compatible with silicone or glycol synthetics.)
Environmentally Responsible
Synfilm components are TSCA listed and meet EPA, RCRA and OSHA requirements. Synfilm extends oil drain intervals,
eliminates premature oil changes, decreases the amount of oil purchased and disposed of and conserves energy.
ISO GRADE
Typical Properties* Method 32 46 68 100 150
Viscosity D-445
cSt @ 40°C 32 46 68 100 150
cSt @ 100°C 5.8 7.6 9.9 12.6 16.1
Viscosity Index D-2270 125 125 125 120 120
Flash Point, °F/°C D-92 430/221 485/252 455/235 485/252 500/260
Pour Point, °F/°C D-6892 -71/-57 -58/-50 -45/-43 -45/-43 -33/-36
Copper Corrosion Test D-130
3 Hrs @ 100°C 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A
24 Hrs @ 100°C 1A 1A 1A 1A 1A
Rust Test D-665
Fresh Water PASS PASS PASS PASS PASS
Salt Water PASS PASS PASS PASS PASS
Foam Test, Seq II D-892 0/0/0 0/0/0 0/0/0 0/0/0 0/0/0
Demulsibility Test D-1401
Mins @ 130°F 40/40/0(5) 41/38/1(5) 43/35/2(5) --- ---
Mins @ 180°F --- --- --- 40/40/0(5) 40/38/2(5)
Cincinnati Millicron “A” D-2070 PASS PASS PASS PASS PASS
Density, lbs/gal D-4052 7.12 7.17 7.21 7.26 7.29
*Properties are typical and may vary.
REVISED 3/11/2019
