Product Overview
Technical additive reference for passenger car engine oils, based only on the supplied Afton brochure.
Applications
Passenger car engine oils
Performance Levels
ACEA 2016 A3/B3, A3/B4 and A5/B5; API SL/CF and SN/CF formulation references
Recommended Treat Rate
10.5 or 12.6 wt% depending on viscosity grade and target
Base Oil Compatibility and Viscosity Coverage
Confirm selected formulation. SAE 5W-20 through SAE 20W-50 references.
Typical Characteristics
| Parameter | Typical Value | Unit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Dark brown liquid | Source brochure | |
| Density at 15°C | 0.974 | g/mL | Source brochure |
| Kinematic viscosity at 100°C | 166.9 | mm²/s | Source brochure |
| Flash point, PMCC | ≥135 | °C | Source brochure |
| Total base number | 81 | mg KOH/g | 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 32; reference date 05/19.
Technical Inquiry
Technical reference for lubricant formulation. Availability and formulation are subject to project confirmation.
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