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NEXT 717-68-SYN

Synthetic PAO Ammonia Refrigeration Lubricant

Full-PAO synthetic ammonia refrigeration lubricant for ultra-low temperature service down to −57 °C (−71 °F). Wax-free, with lower carryover rates than mineral and PAO/alkylbenzene (AB) formulations; approved by GEA and meeting DIN 51503 (KAA). Available in ISO 46 and ISO 68.

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NEXT 717-68-SYN is a full-PAO synthetic ammonia compressor lubricant for ultra-low temperature ammonia systems below the service range of mineral lubricants. The PAO base stock delivers lower carryover rates than mineral and PAO/AB formulations — in systems where lubricant migration to the refrigeration circuit reduces evaporator efficiency and raises maintenance frequency. Approved by GEA and meeting DIN 51503 (KAA) requirements, it serves ammonia systems down to −57 °C (−71 °F).

The wax-free PAO base stock holds low-temperature fluidity and supports lubricant return and evaporator heat transfer in cold-storage and blast-freezing applications. Available in ISO 46 and ISO 68.

Product Specifications
Base Oil TypePAO (Synthetic)
ISO Viscosity RangeISO 46 – 68
RefrigerantAmmonia (R-717)
ApplicationRefrigeration
Approvals / StandardsGEA · Mayekawa (Mycom) · Howden · DIN 51503 (KAA)

Key Features

GEA Approved

Approved by GEA for ammonia refrigeration compressors; meets DIN 51503 (KAA).

Low Lubricant Carryover

Lower carryover than mineral and PAO/AB formulations reduces consumption and system contamination

Low-Temperature Fluidity

Holds lubrication and lubricant return at evaporator temperatures down to −57 °C (−71 °F).

Wax-Free

No wax deposition at low evaporator temperatures.

Oxidation Resistance

Resists lubricant degradation and deposit formation.

Technical Specifications

* Values shown are typical and may vary within specification limits. Viscosity values in mm²/s. Temperatures shown as °C (°F).

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