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Tackiness Additive & Tackifier

Enhancing Adhesion, Retention, and Lubricant Performance

Tackifiers are multifunctional additives designed to enhance the adhesive and cohesive properties of lubricants. By improving film strength, retention, and surface cling, these additives ensure better lubrication performance, especially under extreme operating conditions or when exposure to water, high loads, or vibration might compromise lubricant stability.

Composition & Function

Component Description
Base Composition High molecular weight polymer dissolved in a refined mineral oil
Primary Function Acts as a tackifier to increase the adhesion of lubricants to surfaces and enhance film persistence

Key Performance Benefits

  • Improved Lubricant Retention: Maintains a stable lubricant film even during periods of machine shutdown, reduces lubricant drain-off from vertical or moving surfaces, and lowers reapplication frequency due to improved in-place longevity.
  • Enhanced Film Thickness: Promotes robust hydrodynamic lubrication, provides better corrosion protection in moisture-prone or high-stress environments, and ensures consistency of lubrication under variable load conditions.
  • Superior Surface Adhesion: Minimizes washout due to water, steam, or vibration, reduces lubricant spillage, and is essential for high-motion or outdoor systems such as chains or wire ropes.
  • Mist Coalescence in Misting Applications: Reduces mist dispersion and fog formation, ensures controlled coalescence of lubricant particles, and improves lubricant delivery and minimizes loss in mist-based systems.

Typical Applications

  • Lubricating Oils: Bar & Chain Oils, Slideway Oils, Open Gear Lubes, Rock Drill Oils, Wire Rope Lubricants, Textile & Metalworking Equipment Oils.
  • Greases: Compatible with all soap types (lithium, calcium, aluminum complex), reduces water spray-off, and improves film stability in high-speed or high-moisture conditions.
  • Specialty Products: Preservative Oils, Sealants & Mastics, Paints & Coatings.

Advantages for End-Users

Benefit Impact
Reduced Environmental Impact Less spillage and wash-off reduce contamination risk
Lower Maintenance Costs Reduced relubrication frequency saves time and material
Longer Equipment Life Stable lubrication under stress protects components from wear
Cleaner Operation Improved film retention results in tidier equipment and safer work areas
Operational Efficiency Enhanced lubricant reliability minimizes downtime and improves performance

Recommended Dosage Guidelines

Application Typical Dosage
General Lubricating Oils 0.5% – 2.0%
Open-Gear, Bar & Chain Oils 1.0% – 2.0%
Greases 1.0% – 2.0% (soap-type dependent)
Specialty Applications Up to 10% (subject to formulation)
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