Product Overview
Technical additive reference for vehicle and industrial gear oils, based only on the supplied Afton brochure.
Applications
Vehicle and industrial gear oils
Performance Levels
API GL-5, API GL-4 and industrial gear-oil formulation reference
Recommended Treat Rate
Vehicle GL-5: 3.9 wt%; vehicle GL-4: 1.5–2.0 wt%; industrial gear oil: 1.2 wt%
Base Oil Compatibility and Viscosity Coverage
Group I, II, III and PAO base oils. Application-dependent.
Typical Characteristics
| Parameter | Typical Value | Unit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to orange-red liquid | Source brochure | |
| Specific gravity at 15.6°C | 1.001 | Source brochure | |
| Kinematic viscosity at 100°C | 2.5 | cSt | Source brochure |
| Flash point, PMCC | ≥76 | °C | Source brochure |
Technical Notes
Performance and finished-fluid claims require formulation validation. Supplier or OEM-oriented references do not constitute a BAKLUCK approval claim.
Source Reference
Afton Additive Handbook 2025 (including SQ), PDF page 3; reference date 03/21.
Technical Inquiry
Technical reference for lubricant formulation. Availability and formulation are subject to project confirmation.
HiTEC® is a trademark of Afton Chemical Corporation. Afton Chemical is the technology supplier referenced by the source material. This independent technical reference does not imply affiliation, endorsement, representation, authorization or appointment by Afton Chemical.

