CAMCO 717 SERIES High-Performance Refrigeration Oils

717 Series Technical Article

CAMCO 717-HT (Ammonia Refrigeration Compressor Fluid)

CAMCO 717 Series is a custom-blended, highly refined, dewaxed, chemically inert semi-synthetic lubricant. It contains additives for oxidation inhibition, corrosion protection, pour point depression, and defoaming. Widely used for applications where the lubricant is subjected to harsh chemical environments, such as the demanding conditions found in ammonia refrigeration applications.

CAMCO 717 Series has a unique closed molecular structure making it extremely thermal and oxidatively stable for up to two years in duration. It has better lubricity, up to twice that of conventional refrigeration oils for reciprocating, rotary screw and vane compressors, resulting in:

  • Less down time
  • Cleaner systems
  • Non carbonization
  • Less oil consumption
  • Less oil in evaporators
  • Lower maintenance cost
  • Up to 50% less oil carry over
  • Better flow in liquid pump
  • Reduced wear, longer machine life
  • Efficiency of heat transfer in evaporation

CAMCO 717 Series is non-toxic, non-carcinogenic, non-hazardous, environmentally safe, and USDA H-2 food grade.

Applications

Lubricant/coolant for ammonia refrigeration applications. Especially effective in combating corrosion and promoting long life in ammonia compressors. Lubricant/coolant for process gas rotary screw and reciprocating compressors.

CAMCO 717 SC (Seal Conditioner)

CAMCO 717 SC is a custom-blended, highly refined, dewaxed, chemically inert semi-synthetic lubricant. It contains additives for oxidation inhibition, corrosion protection, pour point depression, seal conditioning, and defoaming. Widely used for applications where the lubricant is subjected to harsh chemical environments, such as the demanding conditions found in ammonia refrigeration applications. Lubricant/coolant for process gas rotary screw and reciprocating compressors.

CAMCO 717 SC has a unique closed molecular structure making it extremely thermal and oxidatively stable for up to two years in duration. It has better lubricity, up to twice that of conventional refrigeration oils for reciprocating, rotary screw and vane compressors, resulting in:

  • Less down time
  • Non carbonization
  • Less oil in evaporators
  • Up to 50% less oil carry over
  • Reduced wear, longer machine life
  • Conditions seals
  • Cleaner systems
  • Less oil consumption
  • Lower maintenance cost
  • Better flow in liquid pump
  • Efficiency of heat transfer in evaporation

CAMCO 717 SC will condition seal while operating in the compressor. This blended ammonia refrigeration oil is designed to stop leaking seals when “O” rings or other elastomers in the system are leaking due to hardening of the elastomer. When changing oil in the compressor, drain and prepare the system by changing oil filters, change coalacer separator elements, clean crankcase on reciprocating compressors and wipe clean with lint free rags, add the CAMCO 717 SC and run in regular service. Usually takes two to three weeks to reduce leaks to an acceptable level, depending on seal condition. If the leak is due to a cracked or chipped face seal the seal conditioner will not stop the leak. The conditioner is designed to restore seals, “O” rings and elastomers.

CAMCO 717 LTSC (Seal Conditioner)

CAMCO® 717 LTSC is a synthetic hydrocarbon with synthetic and semi-synthetic fluid additions and specifically designed to: protect against corrosion, oxidation, and thermal breakdown, provide seal swell (patent pending), improve coalescing, and prevent foaming. Used for applications where the lubricant is subjected to certain harsh chemical environments. Major benefits in ammonia applications, pumps, compressor, and refrigeration. This product has excellent stability with hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide.

Benefits

  • Very low pour point
  • Low volatility—base fluids selected for very low volatility combined with a proprietary anti-misting additive; shown to improve system efficiency through improved oil separation resulting in less fouling of evaporators
  • Low ammonia solubility—carefully formulated to improve system efficiency and reduce wear and limit oil consumption
  • Excellent thermal, oxidation, and corrosion protection—provides cleaner operation, protects equipment, and provides longer service life with improved system efficiency
  • Excellent natural viscosity-temperature characteristics for improved system efficiency and lubrication
  • Superior lubricant film strength reduces maintenance costs and extends equipment life
  • Shear stable—designed to provide extended life with consistent viscosity performance

Applications

  • Lubricants/coolant for refrigeration compressor applications
  • Especially effective in promoting long life in ammonia compressors and combating corrosion
  • Used in selected hydrogen, CO, and CO2 compressor application and with certain light hydrocarbon gases
  • Lubricants/coolant for selected process and gas compressors. Typical applications include light hydrocarbons and natural gas compressors

CAMCO 717-LT (Low Temperature Formulation)

CAMCO 717 Series is a custom-blended, highly refined, dewaxed, chemically inert semi-synthetic lubricant. It contains additives for oxidation inhibition, corrosion protection, pour point depression, and defoaming. Widely used for applications where the lubricant is subjected to harsh chemical environments, such as the demanding conditions found in ammonia refrigeration applications.

CAMCO 717 Series has a unique closed molecular structure making it extremely thermal and oxidatively stable for up to two years in duration. It has better lubricity, up to twice that of conventional refrigeration oils for reciprocating, rotary screw and vane compressors, resulting in:

  • Less down time
  • Cleaner systems
  • Non carbonization
  • Less oil consumption
  • Less oil in evaporators
  • Lower maintenance cost
  • Up to 50% less oil carry over
  • Better flow in liquid pump
  • Reduced wear, longer machine life
  • Efficiency of heat transfer in evaporation

CAMCO 717 Series is non-toxic, non-carcinogenic, non-hazardous, environmentally safe, and USDA H-2 food grade.

Applications

Lubricant/coolant for ammonia refrigeration applications. Especially effective in combating corrosion and promoting long life in ammonia compressors. Lubricant/coolant for process gas rotary screw and reciprocating compressors.

CAMCO 717-FG (Food Grade Ammonia Refrigeration Lubricant)

Introducing the next generation of ammonia refrigeration compressor lubricants. The first hydrotreated mineral oil for ammonia refrigeration applications to meet the requirements of the FDA Title 21 CFR 178.3570 for lubricants with the possibility of indirect (incidental) food contact. NSF HI Pending.


A highly refined, chemically inert, shear stable lubricant based on highly refined severely hydrotreated white oils with specially designed additives for oxidation inhibition in ammonia systems, corrosion protection, pour point depression and anti-foaming characteristics. Used for applications where the lubricant is subjected to certain harsh chemical environments. Major benefits in Ammonia applications: Pumps, Compressor and Refrigeration. This product series has excellent stability with hydrogen, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Benefits

  • Very Low Oil Consumption —base fluid selected for low volatility combined with and proprietary anti-misting additive. Shown to improve system efficiency through improved oil separation resulting is less fouling of evaporators.
  • Low ammonia solubility — carefully formulated to improve system efficiency and reduce wear and limit oil consumption.
  • Superior oxidation and corrosion protection — protects equipment, provides longer service life and improves system efficiency.
  • Superior viscosity temperature characteristics for improved system efficiency and lubrication.

Applications

  • Lubricant/coolant for Refrigeration compressor applications.
  • Especially effective in promoting long life in ammonia compressors and combating corrosion.
  • Used in selected C02 applications
  • Lubricant/coolant for selected process and gas compressors such as light hydrocarbons and natural gas compressors. Selected General Lubrication