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Refrigeration Compressor Lubricants
Refrigeration compressors operate across a range of refrigerants, compressor types and system conditions, with lubricant requirements varying accordingly. Product selection is typically influenced by factors such as refrigerant type, compressor design, operating temperature and overall system profile.
NEXT Lubricants supplies refrigeration compressor lubricants for industrial refrigeration systems using ammonia, CO₂, hydrocarbons and other refrigerants, with products intended for different operating conditions and application requirements.
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Lubrication Considerations in Refrigeration Systems
Refrigeration lubricant selection is generally influenced by the refrigerant in use, the compressor design and the operating conditions of the system. In practice, this means looking at how the lubricant performs within the refrigeration circuit under varying temperatures, loads and system layouts.
Typical selection considerations include:
- Refrigerant compatibility depending on the system type and refrigerant selected
- Oil return behaviour across different refrigeration system designs
- Viscosity performance across low-temperature and high-temperature operating conditions
- Lubricant stability under continuous-duty refrigeration service
- System cleanliness and equipment protection as part of long-term operation
Applications
Application-Specific Refrigeration Compressor Lubricants
NEXT Lubricants supplies refrigeration compressor lubricants for a range of application areas, with product choice varying by refrigerant, compressor type and system requirements.
Ammonia Refrigeration Compressor Lubricants
Lubricants for ammonia refrigeration systems, with selection depending on compressor type, operating conditions and application requirements.
CO₂ Refrigeration Compressor Lubricants
Lubricants for CO₂ refrigeration systems, with selection depending on compressor design, operating profile and system conditions.
Hydrocarbon Refrigeration Compressor Lubricants
Lubricants for hydrocarbon refrigeration systems, with selection depending on refrigerant type, compressor design and operating requirements.
HFC / HFO Compressor Lubricants
Lubricants for HFC/HFO refrigeration systems, with selection depending on compressor design, operating profile and system conditions.
Industrial Heat Pump Compressor Lubricants
Lubricants for industrial heat pump systems, with selection depending on operating temperatures, compressor type and overall system design.
Products
Frequently Selected Refrigeration Compressor Lubricants
The NEXT refrigeration range includes products developed for different refrigerants, compressor types and operating conditions across industrial refrigeration systems.
NEXT 717-68-SYN
Synthetic PAO Ammonia Refrigeration Lubricant
Base Oil: PAO
ISO Range: 46 & 68
NEXT 717-68-XLT
Synthetic Blend Ammonia Refrigeration Lubricant
Base Oil: PAO/Mineral
ISO Range: 68
NEXT 717-100-XLT
Semi-Synthetic Ammonia Heat Pump Lubricant
Base Oil: PAO/Mineral
ISO Range: 100
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Find Equivalent Refrigeration Compressor Lubricants
Use the NEXT Lubricants cross-reference tool to identify equivalent alternatives to commonly used refrigeration compressor lubricants.
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EXPERTISE & CAPABILITY
NEXT Lubricants Experience in Refrigeration Compressor Lubrication
NEXT Lubricants supports refrigeration compressor lubrication with products developed for different refrigerants, compressor types and system requirements. Our range includes OEM-approved formulations for selected applications, together with support for lubricant selection, cross-referencing and technical documentation where needed.
Our experience includes:
- OEM-approved & field-proven formulations for selected refrigeration applications
- Lubricant selection support based on refrigerant, compressor type and operating conditions
- Cross-reference capability for a wide range of refrigeration compressor lubricants
- Application-specific product options across different refrigeration system requirements
- Technical guidance and documentation to support maintenance and ongoing operation
Recommendation
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