Premium
Greases Guide
A versatile lineup of high-quality greases
for all major industry segments.
The right grease for every application.
Introducing our premier line of greases. Each product has been carefully selected to provide
high-quality greases for all major industry segments.
Before you explore our line of premium greases on the following pages, review this 2-Minute
Lube School now to freshen up on grease basics.
Why use grease?
Grease is typically used to lubricate bearings and gears (enclosed and open), provide a protective coating,
or as a parting agent and drawing compound in casting. It is used instead of oil where retention is important,
where less frequent application is required, to seal out dirt and contaminants, and to protect from corrosion.
Grease film clings to bearing surfaces better than oil and in general stays put, while oil tends to leak away.
What is grease?
Grease consists of a lubricating base oil and a thickening agent, plus additives that impart special properties.
The fiber structure of the thickener holds the base oil like a sponge.
Base oils: Make up 5098 percent of a typical grease. Can be mineral or synthetic. Base oil viscosity is the
most important factor in correct grease application. For help choosing the ideal base oil viscosity, call our
technical hotline at 1.877.445.9198.
Thickeners: Make up 250 percent of a grease. They hold the oil in place and affect grease properties, such
as dropping point, shear stability and pumpability. There are three primary types of thickenerssimple soaps
(lithium-12 hydroxystearate), complex soaps (lithium complex, aluminum complex and calcium-sulfonate), and
non-soap thickeners (clay and polyurea).
Additives: Make up 010 percent of grease and are used to improve its properties, such as extreme pressure
wear protection, tackiness, rust & oxidation resistance, anti-wear attributes, etc.
Main properties of grease
A quick breakdown of the primary properties of grease:
Pumpability: Ability of grease to flow under pressure Texture: The appearance and feel of a grease,
through the lines, nozzles, and fittings of the grease which affects its adhesiveness and ease of
dispensing system. Important for cold temperature handling. Texture depends on base oil viscosity,
applications and centralized grease systems. type and amount of thickener, additives and
manufacturing process.
Dropping point: The temperature at which the
grease releases a drop of liquid under standard Oil separation tendency: This refers to the
test conditions, indicating the maximum separation of the oil component from a grease
usable temperature. during storage. Most pronounced in soft greases
with a low viscosity base oil.
Shear (mechanical) stability: The ability to resist
changes in consistency after prolonged working ompatibility: This refers to the behavior of a
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of the grease. Determined by the type and amount mixture of greases with different thickeners and/or
of thickener. other additive components. Incompatible grease
mixtures result in grease softening, leakage past
Water resistance: The ability to withstand the the seals and poor service performance.
addition of water without adverse effects on the
grease structure. Measured by water wash-off
and water spray-off tests.
How thickeners work: This enlarged view
of grease shows how the fiber structure of the
thickener works like a sponge to keep base
oils from leaking away and inhibiting lubrication.
Thickeners are used to affect grease properties,
such as texture, dropping point, shear stability,
water resistance and pumpability.
Above: Multiplex Red #2 at 25,000X magnification.
Premium greases
We make it simple to find the ideal grease for every need. All grease tubes are color-coded
for easy recognition (see Product Color Code Key). Go to the broad category of listings
to search for the right grease for your application, or refer to the Grease Performance
Characteristics matrix for comparative data. The actual color of each grease is indicated
at the end of its product description.
Current technical data sheets on all greases are available at phillips66lubricants.com
NLGI Grades for Greases
NLGI Grade No. Worked Penetration* Description and Typical Use
000 445 - 475** Semifluid; Centralized Systems
00 400 - 430** Semifluid; Centralized Systems
0 355 - 385 Semifluid; Centralized Systems
1 310 - 340 Very Soft; Grease Guns or Centralized Systems
2 265 - 295 Soft; Grease Guns or Centralized Systems
3 220 - 250 Light; Grease Guns
4 175 - 205 Medium; Pressure Guns
5 130 - 160 Heavy; Grease Cups
6 85 - 115 Block, Open Grease Cellars
* Worked Penetration at 25C (77F), 60 stokes, ASTM D217
** Measured with modified cone
SPECIALT Y GREASES
Bentone Coupling Grease
High-Temperature, Heavy-Duty Industrial Grease High-Performance Industrial Coupling Grease
Clay-based EP grease for kilns, drier ovens, cement plants, Lithium grease for use in grease-lubricated flexible couplings
steel mills and heavy-duty industrial machinery operating at very commonly found in mining equipment, power plants, manufacturing
high temperatures. Water-resistant. Very adhesive. (Golden) plants and chemical plants. Exceptional resistance to oil separation
when subjected to centrifugal forces normally encountered with
Cable Lube medium and high-speed gear, metallic grid and chain couplings.
Heavy-Duty, Multipurpose Wire, Rope and Cable Lubricant Meets ANSI/AGMA Standard 9001-B-97, CG-1 and CG-2
Excellent resistance to rust, corrosion, water washout, and specifications. (Dark Amber)
throw-off during high-speed operation. Preserves and conditions
hemp cores while reducing friction and wear. Low-viscosity allows Food Machinery Grease
for effective penetration. (Black) Premium Quality Food Grade, NSF-H1 Registered,
Aluminum Complex Grease
Cotton Picker Food Machinery Grease is a premium quality aluminum complex
Premium Semi-Fluid Lithium Grease for Cotton Picker Spindles grease developed for use as a lubricant in applications where there
Completely conforms to John Deere requirements, providing is incidental food contact. It is recommended for use in food plants,
complete lubrication and ease of starting during the fall bottling and packaging equipment and other industrial applications
harvest season. (Dark Green) requiring a non-staining, white grease. (White)
Polytac
Premium Long Life, High-Temperature Non-EP Grease
Multipurpose, water-resistant grease for automotive and industrial
equipment; electric motor, water pump and alternator bearings;
and plain and rolling element bearings. (Red)
Product Color Code Key
White: Specialty greases Gold: Industrial/multipurpose greases
Red: Automotive/commercial trucking greases Blue: Off road/heavy equipment greases
INDUSTRIAL/MULTIPURPOSE GREASES
Dynalife L-EP RedTac
Multipurpose EP Lithium Grease Adhesive, Multipurpose EP Lithium Grease
Year-round application for chassis and wheel bearing lubrication Developed for a wide variety of automotive and industrial
in automotive and industrial equipment. Broad range of operating applications, RedTac contains a tackiness additive that provides
conditions and uses. (Amber) improved retention, reduced leakage and outstanding resistance
to water washout. (Red)
Milube WR
Premium Adhesive, Extreme-Pressure Lithium Complex Grease Super-STA; Super-STA M
Milube WR is specially developed for use in demanding industrial Tacky, Multipurpose EP Lithium Greases
applications such as steel rolling mills where high loads, high Developed for a wide variety of automotive and industrial
temperatures and/or wet conditions exist. Does not contain heavy applications, these greases contain a tackiness additive for
metals or other environmentally undesirable components. (Green) improved retention, reduced leakage and enhanced resistance
to water washout. Super-STA M is fortified with 1% molybdenum
Moly Low Temp disulfide for extra protection under heavy or shock loading.
Low-Temperature Aluminum Complex Grease with 5% Moly (Super-STA: Amber) (Super-STA M: Gray-Black)
A multipurpose, extreme-pressure aluminum complex soap grease
for use in automotive and industrial equipment operating at low Triton 220, 460
ambient temperatures down to -400F. Suitable for winter and Premium EP Synthetic PAO Lithium Complex Greases
summer use in arctic climates. (Black) For light and heavy-duty automotive and industrial equipment
and moving parts. Superior wear protection, and resistant to
Omniguard rust and corrosion. (Purple)
Premium Quality, High-Temperature Corrosion Preventive Grease
A multipurpose extreme-pressure grease for industrial and Triton Low Temp
automotive equipment operating under high humidity or Premium Synthetic Low-Temperature EP Grease
temperature. (Tan) Developed for chassis and bearing lubrication, automotive sliding
mechanisms and industrial equipment operating in cold weather.
Paper Machine Grease 460 Exceptional low-temperature fluidity. (Light Amber)
Premium Synthetic, Extreme-Pressure Lithium Complex Grease
Provides outstanding bearing protection at high temperatures Unoba EP
and in the presence of water for use in both the dry and wet Multipurpose EP Lithium Grease
ends of paper machines. This multi-use grease can also be used Developed for a wide variety of industrial and automotive
in mining, marine, logging, quarrying, plastic and steel applications. applications, Unoba is a versatile, general-purpose grease for
(Off-White) use in applications where operating temperatures and loads
are moderate. Excellent for centralized lube systems. (Green)
Grease
Base Oil VIS @40C,
Thickener Texture Color NLGI # Dropping Point F
cST
Bentone Bentonite clay Smooth Golden 2 450 550+
Cable Lube N/A Tacky Black N/A 15 (with solvent) N/A
Cotton Picker Lithium Semi-Fluid Dark Green 00 22.5 N/A
Coupling Grease Lithium Tacky Dark Amber 0.5/1 142 (@100C) 419
Food Machinery Grease Aluminum Complex Smooth White 2 220 500
Polytac Polyurea Smooth Red 2 110 500
Dynalife L-EP Lithium Semi-Fluid/Smooth Amber 000, 00, 0, 1, 2, 3 175 350 (0-3)
Milube WR Lithium Complex Smooth/Tacky Green 1, 2 410 500+
Moly Low Temp Aluminum Complex Smooth Gray-Black 1 25 500
Omniguard Calcium Sulfonate Smooth Tan 1, 2 219 550+
Paper Machine Grease 460 1 Lithium Complex Smooth Off-White 1.5 460 500+
RedTac Lithium Tacky Red 0, 1, 2 420 370+
Super-STA Lithium Tacky Amber 1, 2 190 390+
Super-STA M Lithium w/1% Moly Tacky Gray-Black 0, 1, 2 190 390+
Triton 2201 Lithium Complex Smooth Purple 2 220 500+
Triton 4601 Lithium Complex Smooth Purple 1.5 460 500+
Triton Low Temp1 Lithium Smooth Light Amber 1 26.2 383
Unoba EP Lithium Semi-Fluid/Smooth Green 00, 0, 1, 2 175, 142, 142, 142 N/A, 342, 342, 342
Calcium S Calcium Stearate Smooth Amber 2 15 284
Dynalife HT Lithium Complex Tacky Red 1, 2 600+ 500+
Multiplex Red Lithium Complex Tacky Dark Red 0, 1, 2 170, 170, 220 480-520
Polytac EP Polyurea Smooth Green 2 129 500
Triton ELL1 Lithium Complex Semi-Fluid Emerald Green 00 420 N/A
Megaplex XD3 Lithium Complex w/3% Moly Tacky Gray-Black 1, 2 460 500+
Megaplex XD5 Lithium Complex w/5% Moly Tacky Gray-Black 0, 1W, 1, 2 180, 140, 245, 470 500+
Omniguard XD5 Calcium Sulfonate w/ 5% Moly Smooth Gray-Black 1 150 550+
Tacna HD Lithium Complex Smooth/Tacky Red 1, 2 400 500
Triton XD5 1 Calcium Sulfonate w/5% Moly Tacky Platinum 0, 1, 2 35 350 (0), 550+ (1,2)
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Triton greases and Paper Machine Grease are manufactured with PAO synthetic base oil
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Note: For centralized lube systems, always check the operating condition and the OEM recommendation before selecting a grease.
AUTOMOTIVE/COMMERCIAL TRUCKING GREASES
Calcium S Polytac EP
EP Calcium Grease for Automotive Hardware Premium Long-Life, High-Temperature EP Grease
A high-quality calcium stearate grease for use by automobile Versatile and tacky water-resistant grease for automotive
manufacturers and parts suppliers to the auto industry. and industrial equipment, CV joints, U-joints and bearings.
Recommended for lubrication of window regulators, door hinges Excellent mobility at low temperatures. (Green)
and similar automotive hardware. Excellent oxidation resistance.
(Amber) Triton ELL
Premium EP Synthetic PAO Lithium Complex Grease
Dynalife HT Protection and corrosion resistance for sliding and moving parts
Premium Quality, Heavy Base Oil, NLGI GC-LB Certified, operating at extreme temperatures, such as tractor-trailer bearings.
Lithium Complex Grease (Emerald Green)
Dynalife HT is a high-quality, multi-purpose lithium complex
grease formulated to satisfy severe lubrication requirements
of plain and rolling element bearings operating at moderate to
high temperatures. (Red)
Multiplex Red
Multipurpose EP Lithium Complex Grease
Long-life chassis and wheel bearing lubrication for high-performance,
luxury, on-road, off-road and race vehicles, as well as vehicles with
disc brakes. NLGI GC-LB Certified. (Dark Red)
Performance Characteristics
Low-Temp High-Temp Load Carrying Water Washout Corrosion Centralized
NLGI GC-LB EP
Pumpability Application Ability Resistance Protection Grease Systems 2
No Yes Poor Excellent Very Good Good Good N/R
No N/A Excellent Fair Fair Excellent Excellent N/R
No No Excellent Poor Good Good Good N/R
No Yes Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Very Good N/R
No Yes Good Very Good Excellent Very Good Very Good Yes
No No Very Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent N/R
No Yes Good Good Excellent Very Good Very Good Yes
No Yes Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Very Good N/R
No Yes Excellent Very Good Excellent Very Good Very Good Yes
Yes (2) Yes Fair Excellent Very Good Very Good Excellent N/R
No Yes Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Very Good N/R
No Yes Poor Good Very Good Good Good N/R
No Yes Good Good Very Good Good Very Good Yes
No Yes Good Good Very Good Good Very Good Yes
Yes Yes Very Good Very Good Excellent Very Good Very Good N/R
No Yes Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Very Good N/R
No Yes Excellent Fair Fair Good Very Good Yes
No Yes Very Good Good Very Good Very Good Good Yes
No Yes Excellent Fair Very Good Good Good Yes
Yes Yes Fair Excellent Excellent Excellent Very Good N/R
Yes (1,2) Yes Excellent (0) Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent Yes
Yes Yes Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Very Good N/R
No Yes Excellent Very Good Excellent Good Very Good Yes
Yes (1) Yes Good Very Good Excellent Very Good Good N/R
No Yes Good Very Good Excellent Very Good Good Yes
No Yes Good Very Good Excellent Excellent Very Good Yes
No Yes Fair Excellent Excellent Excellent Very Good N/R
No Yes Excellent Very Good Excellent Excellent Excellent Yes
* N/R - Not Recommended
OFF-ROAD/HEAV Y EQUIPMENT GREASES
Megaplex XD3 Tacna HD
Premium EP Grease for Heavy Equipment (3% Moly) Adhesive, Heavy Base Oil, EP Lithium Complex Grease
A multipurpose and tacky water-resistant grease for agricultural, Developed for industrial use in heavily loaded, slow- to medium-
logging and off-highway equipment. Meets Caterpillar speed bearings, it also is recommended as a chassis grease
MPGM Requirements. (Gray-Black) for heavy equipment. Formulated to provide long service life
in severe service applications. (Red)
Megaplex XD5
Premium EP Grease for Heavy Equipment (5% Moly) Triton XD5
A multipurpose and tacky water-resistant grease for Premium Synthetic EP Calcium Sulfonate Grease
construction and mining equipment. Meets Caterpillar with 5% Moly
and LeTourneau requirements. (Gray-Black) General-purpose grease to protect against wear, rust and
corrosion. Excellent resistance to water washout and low-
Omniguard XD5 temperature properties. (Platinum)
Extreme-Pressure Calcium Sulfonate with 5% Moly
for Mining & Off-Road Equipment
Developed to satisfy the severe lubrication requirements of mining
and off-road equipment such as electric-drive haul trucks, cranes,
scrapers, shovels and drag lines operating under wet conditions
and/or moderate to high temperatures and under heavy loading.
Meets Caterpillar MPGM requirements. (Gray-Black)
