Air Compressor Lubricants
CPI Series of Air Compressor Lubricants
Formulating the Right Product
CPI is the industry’s trusted resource for lubricants specially formulated for use in all types of air compressor systems & applications. The requirements and challenges vary widely from one application to the next. We offer a complete range of chemistries, with each solution specially engineered to meet the particular demands of a specific type of equipment and usage.
Our comprehensive portfolio offers products designed for all types of air compressors including:
- Flooded rotary screw
- Reciprocating
- Rotary vane
- Centrifugal compressors
Every CPI lubricant is engineered to withstand the high speed, high temperature and long drain interval of air compressors, ensuring the long-term operation of your equipment. You can trust our full range of field-proven products to meet these key criteria for maintaining optimal compressor performance and increasing your productivity.
- Improved water separation
- Superior thermal and oxidative stability
- Excellent rust and corrosion protection
- Enhanced wear protection
- Low volatility
Choosing the Right Product
With one of the industry’s broadest spectrum of chemistries at their disposal, our dedicated team will work closely with you to choose the solution that best meets all the demands of your particular application. They will analyze your operation, utilizing their deep knowledge of OEM requirements and years of real-world experience to make a lubricant recommendation you can trust. Our commitment to our customers is unmatched in the industry.
Synthetic lubricants provide improved performance over mineral oils and synthetic blends. Key performance characteristics for air compressor lubricants are shown in the table. CPI’s portfolio contains the full range of base oils to meet your specific application needs and price point.
Characteristic | Full Synthetic | Synthetic Blend | Mineral Oil |
Operating Temperature | Up to 250 °C | Up to 120 °C | Up to 60 °C |
Oxidation Resistance | Excellent | Good | Poor |
Demulsibility | Excellent | Good | Poor |
Rust Prevention | Excellent | Good | Good |
Foaming Tendency | Minimal | Low | High |
Reduce Wear | Excellent | Good | Poor |
Maintain Viscosity | Excellent | Good | Poor |
Thermal Stability | Excellent | Good | Poor |
Oil Drain Intervals | 8,000 to 12,000 | 6,000 to 8,000 | 2,000 to 4,000 |