Abstract: A lubricating oil composition for a continuously variable transmission according to the invention includes: a base oil of lubricating oil; components (A) to (C) below: (A) an acidic phosphorus compound expressed by a formula (1) below, where: R1, R2 and R3 each independently represent hydrogen or an alkyl group having 8 or less carbon atoms, R1, R2 and R3 being not simultaneously hydrogen nor the alkyl group, X1, X2, X3 and X4 each represent oxygen or sulfur, and n represents zero or one, in which when n is zero, at least two of X1, X2 and X3 are sulfur and when n is one, at least two of X1, X2, X3 and X4 are sulfur; (B) an imide compound; and (C) an alkaline earth metal salt.

Abstract: A lubricating oil composition comprising (A) an ethylene/?-olefin copolymer satisfying all of the following requirements (A-1) to (A-3) : (A-1) an ethylene structural unit content of 30 to 70% by mol, (A-2) a kinematic viscosity at 100° C. of 20 to 3000 mm2/s, and (A-3) Mw/Mn as measured by GPC of 1 to 2.5, (F) a sulfur-containing compound in which at least one hydrocarbon group adjacent to sulfur is a secondary or tertiary hydrocarbon group, and as an optional component, (G) an ?-olefin polymer having 3 to 6 carbon atoms, and having a kinematic viscosity at 40° C. of 450 to 51,000 mm2/s, a sulfur content of 0.1 to 5 parts by weight, and a component (G) content of 0 to 15 parts by weight. The lubricating oil composition is suitable particularly for gear oil and the like.

Abstract: A lubricant composition comprising (a) from 0.1 to 10 percent by weight of one or more polyalkylene glycols (PAG); and (2) one or more ester base oils selected from the group of natural esters, synthetic esters and combinations thereof; wherein the one or more PAG has a molecular weight in the range 1500 to 5000 g/mole, comprises from 10 to 40 percent by weight of units derived from ethylene oxide and from 90 to 60 percent by weight of units derived from propylene oxide; and wherein the one or more PAGs are in the form of block copolymer, reverse block copolymer or combinations thereof is provided. Also provided is a method of enhancing the hydrolytic stability of an ester base oil.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one microgel and at least one functional additive, to processes for the preparation thereof, to uses of the compositions, and to microgel-containing polymers, rubbers, lubricants, coatings, etc. prepared therefrom.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one microgel and at least one functional additive, to processes for the preparation thereof, to uses of the compositions, and to microgel-containing polymers, rubbers, lubricants, coatings, etc. prepared therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a lubricating composition containing a sulphur-free metal salt of a hydrocarbyl-substituted phosphorus compound and an organo-sulphide. The composition has a sulphur content of greater than 0.3 weight percent of sulphur. The invention further provides for a method of lubricating a driveline device by using a lubricating composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides a molybdenum pentakis-alkylxanthate having general formula (1) which is indicated below. In this formula R1 to R5 each represent a group individually selected from linear chain or branched alkyl groups which have from 1 to 30 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a vehicle assembly, such as a metal face seal, that includes a break-in lubricant compound. The assembly lubricant compound may reduce friction and scoring between contacting surfaces of the assembly, especially during the initial break-in of the assembly. During the initial break-in period, the compound may permit the contacting surfaces of the assembly to seat, or establish a pattern of surface mating, with limited wear and with limited material transfer or scoring.

Abstract: The present invention provides a refrigerating machine oil, a compressor oil composition, a hydraulic oil composition, a metalworking oil composition, a heat treating oil composition, a lubricating oil composition for machine tools and a lubricating oil composition which comprise a lubricating oil base oil having % CA of not more than 2, % CP/% CN of not less than 6 and an iodine value of not more than 2.5.

Abstract: A lubricating oil composition having superior storage stability and load-carrying effect is disclosed. The composition comprises four components: (1) an alkali metal borate; (2) an oil-soluble sulfur compound; (3) a trialkyl hydrogen phosphite; and (4) a mixture of greater than 50% neutralized acidic phosphates that are essentially free of monothiophosphates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to lubricating oil compositions comprising sulfurised esters that exhibit good antioxidancy performance whilst maintaining nitrile elastomer seal compatibility

Abstract: Lubricant compositions having improved load carrying capacity comprising an extreme pressure compound comprising a sulfur-containing compound, a load carrying capacity enhancing combination comprising a hydrocarbylamine compound and an alkylphosphorothioate compound, a friction modifier compound, and a diluent or base oil as applicable. These lubricant compositions can be used as industrial oils well-suited for the demands of geared device applications, such as in wind turbine gear-boxes and automotive gears and axles.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a vehicle assembly, such as a metal face seal, that includes a break-in lubricant compound. The assembly lubricant compound may reduce friction and scoring between contacting surfaces of the assembly, especially during the initial break-in of the assembly. During the initial break-in period, the compound may permit the contacting surfaces of the assembly to seat, or establish a pattern of surface mating, with limited wear and with limited material transfer or scoring.

Abstract: Metalworking fluids contain active sulfur, a certain kind of inactive sulfur called “available sulfur”, and fat in a base oil of a lubricating viscosity. The metalworking fluids are chlorine free and phosphorous free. Boundary lubrication is provided by the fat, while extreme pressure lubrication is provided by the sulfur. Available sulfur is inactive sulfur minus any contribution of inactive sulfur from sulfurized saturated fats. Active sulfur and available sulfur are present in balanced proportions, while fat is present at an amount effective to provide boundary lubrication. Use of the fluids reduces tool wear over a long period of action and over a variety of boundary and extreme pressure conditions.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a soluble oil composition capable of forming stable emulsions exhibiting superior performance and possessing excellent utility as cutting oil for machines. The composition comprises an overbased alkaline earth metal sulfonate possessing anti-wear properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to a lubricating composition comprising at least about 30% by weight at least one mineral oil, having a kinematic viscosity of less than about 8 cSt at 100° C., (A) from about 15% to about 40% by weight of at least one polymer, and (B) up to about 30% by weight of at least one fluidizing agent, provided that when the fluidizing agent is a poly?-olefin having a kinematic viscosity from about 2 to about 30 cSt at 100° C., then the poly?-olefin is present in an amount up to about 12% by weight, wherein the lubricating composition has a shear loss of less than about 15% in the 20 hour taper bearing shear test. The invention also relates to concentrates used in preparing lubricating compositions. The present combination of components provides good low and high temperature properties especially when used in combination with one or more mineral oils. In one aspect, the compositions provide improved oxidation resistance.

Abstract: This invention relates to mineral oil based gear oils and transmission fluids which comprise a major amount of a mineral oil having an iodine number of less than 9 and where at least 55% of the saturates are aliphatic, and gear oil or transmission fluid additives. In one embodiment, the invention relates to a gear oil or transmission fluid composition comprising a major amount of lubricant basestock and at least one functional additive wherein a major amount of the lubricant basestock comprises a mineral oil having an iodine number of less than 9 and comprising at least 45% by weight of aliphatic saturates. These gear oils and transmission fluids have good viscosity and oxidation properties.

Abstract: Gear oils meeting GL-5 specifications are obtained by blending a base oil, a thermally stable phosphorus-containing anti-wear agent; and a metal-free sulfur-containing extreme-pressure agent; wherein the thermally stable phosphorus-containing anti-wear agent is present in an amount sufficient to provide from 100 to 350 ppm phosphorus to the formulated gear oil and wherein the metal-free sulfur-containing extreme-pressure agent is present in an amount sufficient to provide at least 10,000 ppm sulfur to the formulated gear oil and wherein the formulated gear oil contains 350 ppm of phosphorus or less.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an antioxidant system for use in lubricating oils comprising sulfurized isobutylene and hindered phenols that provides enhanced oxidation resistance and is particularly useful in natural gas fueled engines, the method for making this antioxidant system, lubricating oils comprising the antioxidant system and methods for lubricating engines using lubricating oil comprising this antioxidant system.

Abstract: It has unexpectedly been found that the combination of (1) an alkylated diphenylamine, (2) a sulfurized olefin/fatty oil and/or an ashless dialkyldithiocarbamate, and (3) an alkylated phenothiazine, is highly effective at controlling crankcase lubricant oxidation and deposit formation. The present invention includes lubricating compositions, lubricating additives, and methods for improving the antioxidancy and/or deposit formation properties of a lubricating composition.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an antioxidant system for use in lubricating oils comprising sulfurized isobutylene and hindered phenols that provides enhanced oxidation resistance and is particularly useful in natural gas fueled engines, the method for making this antioxidant system, lubricating oils comprising the antioxidant system and methods for lubricating engines using lubricating oil comprising this antioxidant system.

Abstract: A composition comprising: a high-sulfur API Group I mineral oil base stock; a molybdenum dithiocarbamate in an amount suitable to provide 50 to about 600 ppm molybdenum to the composition; a succinimide dispersant based on a polyolefin-substituted succinic structure, where the polyolefin has a number average molecular weight of at least 1500; a zinc dialkyldithiophosphate derived from at least one secondary alcohol; and a hindered phenol, alkylated aromatic amine, or sulfurized olefin oxidation inhibitor, is capable of passing a Sequence III test.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for inhibiting the emission of hydrogen sulfide and/or mercaptans from sulfurized organic compounds, which generally contain a high proportion of sulfur by treating the sulfurized organic compounds with organic hydroperoxides.

Abstract: This invention relates to mineral oil based gear oils and transmission fluids which comprise a major amount of a mineral oil having an iodine number of less than 9 and where at least 55% of the saturates are aliphatic, and gear oil or transmission fluid additives. In one embodiment, the invention relates to a gear oil or transmission fluid composition comprising a major amount of lubricant basestock and at least one functional additive wherein a major amount of the lubricant basestock comprises a mineral oil having an iodine number of less than 9 and comprising at least 45% by weight of aliphatic saturates. These gear oils and transmission fluids have good viscosity and oxidation properties.

Abstract: A description is given of products obtainable by reacting components a), b), c) and, if desired, d), where component a) is a compound of the formula I or a mixture of compounds of the formula I, component b) is a compound of the formula II or a mixture of compounds of the formula II, component c) is a component of the formula IIIa and/or of the formula IIIb or a mixture of compounds of the formula IIIa and/or IIIb, and component d) is a compound of the formula IV or a mixture of compounds of the formula IV, in which the general symbols are as defined therein, where the compound of the formula I is, for example, pentaerythritol, thiodiethylene glycol, 1,4-butanediol, 1,2-propanediol, diethylene glycol, triethylene glycol, 1,1,1-tris(hydroxymethyl)ethane, 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol or glycerol, the compound of the formula II is, for example, methyl 3-(3′,5′-di-tert-butyl-4′-hydroxyphenyl)propionate or methyl 3-(3′-tert-butyl-4′-hydroxy-5′-methylphenyl)-pro

Abstract: This invention relates to a lubricating composition comprising a major amount of an oil of lubricating viscosity and (A) an antiwear improving amount of at least one molybdenum containing composition, and (B) at least one member selected from the group consisting of (i) at least one borated overbased metal salt of an acidic organic compound, provided that (A) and (Bi) are not the same, (ii) a combination of (a) at least one organic polysulfide or at least one ashless dithiocarbamate containing composition and (b) at least one component selected from the group consisting of a metal thiophosphate, a phosphoric acid ester or salt thereof, a phosphorus-containing carboxylic acid, ester, ether, or amide, a borated dispersant, an alkali metal borate, a borated fatty amine, a borated phospholipid, a borate ester, and mixtures thereof, and (iii) a combination of (i) and (ii).

Abstract: A low phosphorous lubricating oil composition for internal combustion engines comprising an alkylthiocarbamate compound of the formula: 1

Abstract: This invention relates to compositions containing a sulfur containing antiwear/extreme pressure agent, basic nitrogen compound or a mixture thereof together with a hydrocarbyl mercaptan. The composition may additionally contain a phosphorus or boron antiwear or extreme pressure agent, a dispersant or an overbased metal salt. The invention also relates to lubricants, functional fluids, and concentrates containing the same. Seals, e.g. nitrile, polyacrylate, and fluoroelastomer, in contact with these composition have reduced deterioration. With the use of these compositions, lubricants, and functional fluids, the seals' useful life is extended.

Abstract: A turbine lubricant consisting of (A) alkylated diphenylamine and/or phenylnaphthylamines, and (B) sulfurized olefins and/or sulfurized fatty acids and/or ashless dithiocarbamates and/or tetraalkylthiuram disulfides, with the balance containing (C) base oils characterized by very low sulfur contents (<0.03 wt %) and a high level of saturates (>90 volume %), and optionally (D) neutral rust inhibitors, show superior oxidative stability and provide adequate corrosion protection and sludge control for turbine oil and R&O oil applications.

Abstract: Lubricating compositions are described which contain organomolybdenum compounds and sulfur compounds (donors). The copper corrosion of said compositions is reduced by reacting the sulfur donors with plant oils to reduce sulfur activity and thus copper corrosion prior to the sulfur donors being added to the majority of oil to form a lubricating composition.

Abstract: A borate ester represented by one of the following formulae: wherein each R1 is independently hydrocarbyl, a hydrocarbyloxy or a hydrocarbylthio group or both R1 on the same phosphorus atom taken together form a heterocyclic group; each X1 and X2 is independently an oxygen or sulfur; and each R2 is independently a hydrocarbylene group. These reaction products are useful as lubricant additives for oil-based and water-based functional fluids. These materials act as anti-wear, extreme pressure and friction modifying agents.

Abstract: Use of at least one friction modifier to reduce micropitting of a metal surface, which comprises lubricating the metal surface with a lubricant composition comprising the at least one friction modifier, wherein the at least one friction modifier is selected such that micropitting is reduced when the metal surface is so lubricated.

Abstract: The concentrates comprise specified proportions of diluent oil, an organic sulfur-containing antiwear and/or extreme pressure agent, an ashless dispersant, a dimethyl ester of an aliphatic phosphonic acid in which the aliphatic group has an average in the range of about 12 to about 24 carbon atoms, and a 3-hydrocarbyl-2,5-diketopyrrolidine in which the hydrocarbyl group is an alkyl or alkenyl group having an average in the range of about 12 to about 30 carbon atoms. By using weight ratios of diketopyrrolidine to the dimethyl phosphonate of at least 3:1, the concentrate remains homogeneous at temperatures at least as low as 12.degree. C. When utilized as a top treat in gear oils formulated with conventional GL-4 and GL-5 gear additive packages substantial improvements in limited slip axle performance can be realized.

Abstract: Dispersant detergent additives for lubricating oils prepared by neutralization, carboxylation, sulfurization-overalkalinization, carbonation, distillation, filtering and degassing from alkyl phenols containing 35-85% by weight of linear alkyl substituents. The process does not require, during the neutralizing phase, the presence of a third solvent, which, by forming an azeotropic mixture with water promote the elimination of water arising from the neutralizing reaction. The additives of the invention have improved stability to hydrolysis and improved dispersion properties, improved compatibility and improved foaming properties.

Abstract: The present invention is a non-emulsifying, chlorine-free metal working or cutting oil which exhibits the same or superior performance as heretofore exhibited by chlorine containing fluids. The metal working oil contains cosulfurized olefins, polysulfurized hydrocarbon, phosphate esters, animal triglycerides, high molecular weight polyolefins in a mineral oil basestock. The oil may also contain metal deactivators, antioxidants and preservatives such as BHT, and mixtures of the above.

Abstract: An aqueous machining fluid admixture comprises water, a sulfurized oil and a water soluble salt of a dimercaptothiadiazole wherein the weight ratio of the sulfurized oil to the water soluble salt of dimercaptothiadiazole is in the range of from about 15:1 to about 45:1. A method employs the fluid by applying the fluid at the interface between tool and workpiece in shaping or working operations of metallic and solid non-metallic workpieces. The fluid is particularly effective in grinding operations to produce improved grinding ratios.

Abstract: This invention concerns a process for preparing a sulfurized olefin containing reduced amounts of thiones using a low molecular weight hydrocarbon to precipitate the thiones from the sulfurized olefin.

Abstract: A lubricant composition for continuous variable transmissions which comprises a base oil and auxiliaries incorporated therein which are a sulfur-based extreme pressure additive (A), a phosphorus-based extreme pressure additive (B), and an alkaline earth metal-based detergent (C) It is superior in wear resistance and extreme pressure properties and keeps the coefficient of friction high for a long period of time, so that it is capable of transmitting a large capacity of torque when it is applied to an continuous variable transmission. It is particularly suitable for a transmission of metal belt type.

Abstract: Thus, the instant invention is directed toward an oil for diesel engines comprising an admixture of (A) a major amount of an oil of lubricating viscosity, (B) at least 4 mass % dispersant, (C) at least 0.3 mass % of a metal phenate, (D) less than 0.1 mass % friction modifier, (E) less than 0.3 mass % of sulfurized phenols and, (F) less than 0.12 mass % neutral calcium sulfonate.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition, comprising: (AT) reaction products of compounds represented by the formula (A)and compounds selected to reduce the polysulfide components of (A); and ##STR1## wherein in Formula (A), R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are independently hydrocarbyl groups, X.sup.1 and X.sup.2 are independently O or S, and n is zero to 3 (B) an acylated nitrogen-containing compound having a substituent of at least 10 aliphatic carbon atoms. In one embodiment, the inventive composition further comprises (C) a second phosphorus compound other than (A), said second phosphorus compound being a phosphorus acid, phosphorus acid ester, phosphorus acid salt, or derivative thereof. In one embodiment, the inventive composition further comprises (D) an alkali or alkaline earth metal salt of an organic sulfur acid, carboxylic acid or phenol.

Abstract: This invention relates to a lubricating composition comprising a major amount of an oil of lubricating viscosity and (A) a minor amount of at least one hydroxyalkyl dithiocarbamate or at least one borate thereof, wherein the dithiocarbamate is derived from an amine other than an alkyl or alkenylsuccinimide. In another aspect the invention relates to a lubricating composition comprising a major amount of an oil of lubricating viscosity, a hydroxyalkyl dithiocarbamate or a borate thereof, and (B) at least one sulfur compound or (C) at least one phosphorus or boron antiwear or extreme pressure agent. The invention also relates to greases, functional fluids and aqueous fluids containing the hydroxyalkyl dithiocarbamates and borates thereof. The lubricants and fluids have improved antiwear and extreme pressure properties including providing improved antiscuff protection.

Abstract: Sulphur-containing substances are derived from mono- or polyethylenic hydrocarbons by sulphurization using elemental sulphur in the presence of an alkali metal carbonate or bicarbonate and in the presence of water and/or at least one alkyleneglycol.The sulphur-containing substances, which may contain 20% to 70% by weight of sulphur, are generally soluble in lubricants to improve antiwear and extreme pressure properties. They can also be used as sulphurization agents, in particular for preparing catalysts for refining petroleum products.

Abstract: In a motor vehicle, especially a heavy duty motor vehicle, having a transmission equipped with at least one cone-type synchronizer and an axle or differential gearing, the same lubricant is used for both such mechanisms. The lubricant has a viscosity grade level of from SAE 75W90 to SAE 85W140 and comprises base oil containing at least (i) Mannich base ashless dispersant; (ii) metal-free, sulphur-containing antiwear and/or extreme pressure agent; (iii) metal-free, phosphorus-containing and nitrogen-containing antiwear and/or extreme pressure agent; and (iv) overbased alkali or alkaline earth metal carboxylate, sulphonate or sulphurized phenate having a TBN of at least 145. The lubricant contains at most, if any, 100 ppm of metal as one or more metal-containing additive components other than (iv).

Abstract: Sulphur-containing substances are derived from mono- or polyethylenic hydrocarbons by sulphurization using elemental sulphur in the presence of at least one alkali or alkaline-earth metal hydroxide and at least one glycol or polyglycol, or glycol or polyglycol monoether and/or water. Sulphur-containing substances, which may contain 20% to 70% by weight of sulphur, are generally soluble in lubricants to improve antiwear and extreme pressure properties. They can also be used as sulphurization agents, in particular for preparing catalysts for refining petroleum products.

Abstract: Thus, the instant invention is directed toward an oil for diesel engines comprising an admixture of (A) a major amount of an oil of lubricating viscosity, (B) at least 4 mass % dispersant, (C) at least 0.3 mass % of a metal phenate, (D) less than 0.1 mass % friction modifier, (E) less than 0.3 mass % of ashless sulfurized phenols and, (F) less than 0.12 mass % neutral calcium sulfonate.

Abstract: Improved stability of overbased phenates, particularly when formulated with overbased sulphonates, as well as improved foaming tendency and viscosity is obtained by treated the overbased phenate, either during or subsequent to the overbasing process, with from 0.1 to 10 wt. %, preferably 2 to 6 wt. %, of a carboxylic acid with a C.sub.10 to C.sub.24 unbranched segment, e.g. behenic acid.