Technical Data Sheet
AeroShell Grease 33MS
AeroShell Grease 33MS comprises AeroShell Grease 33 fortified with 5% molybdenum disulphide. It possesses the
enhanced anti-wear and anti-corrosion properties of AeroShell Grease 33 with the added EP (Extreme Pressure)
properties provided by the addition of a solid lubricant.
The useful operating temperature range is 730C to +1210C.
Main Applications
Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations
COMAC Approved to QPL-CMS-OL-311
most of the airframes General Purpose, airframe greasing
Approved MIL-G-21164D (US)
requirements, being approved for use in Boeing, Airbus and
Approved DEF STAN 91-57
many other aircraft types. It sets the standard with exceptional
Equivalent DCSEA 353/A (French)
anti-corrosion and anti-wear performance while allowing
NATO Code G-353
aircraft operators to shrink their grease inventory and reduce
Joint Service Designation XG-276
the risk of misapplication. However, there remains a small
AeroShell Grease 33 has established itself as the answer to
For a full listing of equipment approvals and recommendations,
number of highly loaded, sliding applications on the airframe
where the additional boost of molybdenum disulphide will
always be required. To address this need, Shell Aviation has
please consult your local Shell Technical Helpdesk.
Compatibility & Miscibility
developed AeroShell Grease 33MS. Sharing the same
AeroShell Grease 33MS contains a synthetic oil and must not
advanced grease technology as its parent, AeroShell Grease
be used with incompatible seal materials.
33MS also possesses the extreme pressure (EP) characteristics
provided by molybdenum disulphide.
Typical Physical Characteristics
Properties
Oil type
MIL-G-21164D
-
Typical
Synthetic Hydrocarbon / Ester
Lithium Complex
1840
14.2
mm /s
3.4
Useful operating temperature range
-73 to +121
Drop point
Thickener type
Base Oil viscosity
@-40 C
0
Base Oil viscosity
@40 C
Base Oil viscosity
Worked penetration
Unworked penetration
@100 C
mm /s
mm /s
165 min
234
260 to 310
281
200 min
288
260 - 375
309
@25 C
@25 C
Worked stability (100,000 strokes)
Bomb Oxidation pressure drop 100
hrs
kPa (psi)
68.9 (10) max
3.5 (0.5)
Bomb Oxidation pressure drop 500
hrs
kPa (psi)
103.4 (15) max
34.5
%m
5 max
2.29
@40 C
%m
20 max
3.39
%m
2.0 max
0.65
Nm
0.98 max
0.5
Oil separation 30 hrs
Water resistance test loss
Evaporation loss 22 hrs
Low temperature torque - Starting
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@1000C
0
@100 C
0
@-73 C
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Properties
Nm
MIL-G-21164D
0.098 max
Typical
0.06
hrs
1000 min
> 1000 (on all four runs)
50 min
57.49
1b max
1b
Rust Prevention / Bearing Protection 2 @520C
days
Must pass
Passes, no corrosion
Storage Stability 6 months Unworked
penetration
@400C
200 min
226
Storage Stability 6 months Unworked
penetration
@400C
289
Storage Stability 6 months Change in
penetration from original
@400C
30 max
Dark grey
Low temperature torque - Running 1 hr @-73 C
Anti-friction bearing performance
@121 C
Extreme pressure properties - load
wear index
Copper corrosion 24 hrs
Colour
@1000C
These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification, variations in
these characteristics may occur.
Health, Safety & Environment
Health and Safety
Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from
[Link]
Protect the Environment
Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.
Additional Information
Advice
Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell representative.
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