CALSOL™ 8240

CALSOL™ 8240 is available in a wide range of viscosities and exhibit the balance of properties that also make them the preferred choice for non-rubber applications such as resin extending, PVC, textiles, and caulking compounds.

Brand: CALSOL (18 products)

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Elastomers & Rubbers, Textiles

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Fluids & Lubricants Features
High Viscosity-Gravity Constant (VGC) Process Oils

Offering color stability, elastomer compatibility, and strong process characteristics, the CALSOL 8 Series aligns with current industry standards and provides optimum compatibility and performance in elastomeric rubber applications.

  • High VGC levels
  • Low Aniline Points
  • Very Low Polar Compound Levels

The CALSOL 8 Series is available in a wide range of viscosities and exhibit the balance of properties that also make them the preferred choice for non-rubber applications such as resin extending, PVC, textiles, and caulking compounds. 

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Carbon Type Analysis (Ca)9%ASTM D2140
Carbon Type Analysis (Cn)52%ASTM D2140
Carbon Type Analysis (Cp)39%ASTM D2140
Clay-Gel Aromatics Content25.96wt%ASTM D2007
Clay-Gel Asphaltenes Content0wt%ASTM D2007
Clay-Gel Polar Compounds0.01wt%ASTM D2007
Clay-Gel Saturates Content74.03wt%ASTM D2007
Color1-ASTM D1500
Flash Point446°FASTM D92
Molecular Weight405-ASTM D2502
Pour Point12°FASTM D97
Refractive Index1.5107-ASTM D1747
Specific Gravity, (60°F, 15°C)0.9414-ASTM D1250
UV Absorptivity / 260 NM2.3-ASTM D2008
Viscosity (at 100°C)16.6cStASTM D445
Viscosity (at 100°F)2515.9SUSASTM D2161
Viscosity (at 210°F)87.1SUSASTM D2161
Viscosity (at 40°C)448.3cStASTM D445
Viscosity-Gravity Constant0.871-ASTM D2501
Volatility Content (at 225°F)0.1wt%ASTM D972
Weight7.8491lb/galASTM D1250
Aniline Point184.6°FASTM D611
API Gravity (at 60°F, 15°C)18.8-ASTM D287

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
FDA Regulations

Complies with

FDA-21 CFR 178.3620 (c)