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Pour Point Depressants (PPDs)
Ensure Reliable Low-Temperature Performance
The Pour Point of a lubricant is the lowest temperature at which it can continue to flow without solidifying. Exceeding this threshold results in a loss of lubricating ability, which is critical in mechanical systems that must operate in cold climates or outdoors.
This parameter is especially relevant in sectors such as:
· Automotive
· Agricultural Machinery
· Hydraulic Equipment
· Heavy Industry
How do they work?
To ensure that the oils remain operational at low temperatures, pour point depressant additives are incorporated. These additives modify the properties of the base oil, reducing its pour limit temperature and ensuring stable behaviour even under extreme conditions.
Tailor-made solutions to improve performance in cold conditions
In applications exposed to low temperatures, the choice of the right lubricant must be accompanied by the use of specific additives that guarantee its performance. At Quimidroga, we offer a complete range of pour point depressants for lubricants, formulated for different types of base oil and conditions of use.
We have solutions based on Polyalkylmethacrylates (PAMA), which prevent the crystallisation of paraffins, and Olefin Copolymers (OCPs), which modify the viscosity of the lubricant to maintain its fluidity. Our technical team can advise you to select the most suitable additive and help you optimise both the performance in cold conditions and the durability of your formulations.
A Pour Point Depressant is a lubricant additive that lowers the temperature at which oil stops flowing by modifying wax crystal formation.
They are used in engine oils, hydraulic oils, gear oils, transmission fluids, compressor oils, and industrial lubricants.
Yes. Most modern Pour Point Depressants are compatible with a wide variety of mineral and synthetic base oil formulations.
Selection depends on the base oil type, target pour point, lubricant application, and overall formulation requirements. AB Petrochem’s technical team can assist with product selection and dosage recommendations.
