Description

Product Description

Shell Argina X 40 is a multifunctional crankcase lubricant specifically designed for highly rated medium-speed diesel engines operating on residual fuel. Whether you’re powering marine vessels or industrial machinery, Argina X 40 delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and efficiency. Let’s dive into the details of this remarkable engine oil.

Performance of Shell Argina X 40

• Engine Cleanliness: Argina X 40 has built a reputation over many years for excellent engine cleanliness. Its formulation has been further optimized to reduce deposits in critical areas, such as the piston undercrown.
• Rapid Neutralization of Acidic Combustion Products: This oil provides long-term protection against corrosion of ferrous and non-ferrous metals by neutralizing acidic combustion by-products.
• Thermal Stability and Resistance to Oxidation: Argina X 40 ensures excellent high-temperature deposit control and contributes to extended oil life.
• Suitability for Centrifugal Separators: Its high detergency/low dispersancy formulation releases contaminants and water readily in centrifugal separators.

Features of Shell Argina X 40

1. Engine Cleanliness: Argina X 40 maintains exceptionally clean crankcases, valve decks, and pistons, thanks to its high detergency.
2. Oxidation Resistance: The oil’s very high oxidation resistance ensures longer oil life and greater resistance to oxidative thickening.
3. Base Number Retention: Argina X 40 resists secondary loss of base number due to oxidation, maintaining a satisfactory equilibrium BN level.
4. Compatibility with Argina Family: Fully compatible with other Argina products, allowing seamless integration into existing lubrication systems.

Benefits of Shell Argina X 40

1. Enhanced Engine Life: Reduced deposits mean less wear and tear on critical engine components, leading to extended engine life.
2. Reduced Maintenance Costs: Longer oil life and excellent cleanliness reduce the frequency of oil changes and maintenance intervals.
3. Improved Fuel Efficiency: Clean engines operate more efficiently, translating into fuel savings.
4. Peace of Mind: Argina X 40 meets the engine test criteria for API CF, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Specifications and Certifications

• API CF: Meets the engine test criteria for API CF, demonstrating its high-quality performance.
• Wartsila and MAN Energy Solutions Approved: Argina X 40 enjoys a comprehensive range of Original Equipment Manufacturers’ approvals through field experience over many years.

Health, Safety, and Environment

Shell Argina X 40 is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the recommended application. However, always avoid direct skin contact and use impervious gloves when handling used oil. In case of skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water.

Color and Appearance

Argina X 40 exhibits a clear and bright appearance, reflecting its high-quality formulation.

Operating Temperatures

• Suitable for medium-speed industrial or marine propulsion and auxiliary applications.
• Also recommended for marine engine reduction gears (SAE 40 only) and certain other shipboard uses where specialist lubricants are not required.

Container Size

Available in 1000L containers for convenient storage and handling.

Base Oil

Argina X 40 is formulated with high-quality base oils to ensure optimal performance and protection.

Recommendations

For optimal results, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for oil change intervals and maintenance practices.

Applications

• Marine vessels: Powering main engines, auxiliary engines, and reduction gears.
• Industrial machinery: Suitable for various applications where medium-speed engines operate on residual fuel.

Industries Where Shell Argina X 40 Is Popular

Shell Argina X 40 is commonly used in the following industries:

• Marine propulsion and auxiliary engines
• Marine engine reduction gears (SAE 40 only)
• Certain other ship-board applications where specialist lubricants are not required

Price of Shell Argina X 40

For pricing details and availability, please contact us directly. Our team will provide you with the most up-to-date information.

Flash Point of Shell Argina X 40

The flash point of Shell Argina X 40 is 205°C (PMCC method).

Drop Point of Shell Argina X 40

The drop point is not applicable for this type of lubricant.

Viscosity of Shell Argina X 40

• Kinematic Viscosity at 40°C: 135 cSt
• Kinematic Viscosity at 100°C: 14 cSt

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Shell Argina X 40

1. Q: Is Shell Argina X 40 suitable for centrifugal separators?
   • A: Yes, it has a high detergency/low dispersancy formulation that releases contaminants and water readily in centrifugal separators.
2. Q: What makes Shell Argina X 40 ideal for medium-speed engines burning residual fuel?
   • A: It is specially designed to handle heavy fuels contaminated with asphaltenes, avoiding sludges, and neutralizing sulphur acids produced during combustion.
3. Q: Can Shell Argina X 40 be used in newer engine designs with flame rings?
   • A: Yes, it is suitable for newer engine designs, especially those less than 10 years old, fitted with flame rings, and operating with high oil stress.

Shell Argina X 40: High-Performance Medium-Speed Diesel Engine Oil

For more detailed information, please refer to the Shell Argina X 40 Technical Data Sheet.