JetLube CC LUBE™ is a clear, semi-synthetic multipurpose lubricant engineered for food processing environments where cleanliness, water resistance, and broad temperature performance are non-negotiable. This post covers the product’s key characteristics, applicable equipment, and the specific specifications that matter to maintenance engineers selecting a food-grade lubricant.
What Makes JetLube CC LUBE™ Different From Standard Food-Grade Greases?
JetLube CC LUBE™ combines an aluminum complex thickener with white oils, synthetic base fluids, and PTFE — a combination that delivers both extreme water resistance and high lubricity in a single, transparent product. Unlike conventional lithium-complex greases, the aluminum complex thickener provides a dropping point of 500°F (260°C) per ASTM D-566, allowing it to remain in place under high-temperature cooking and processing conditions without melting out of bearing cavities.
The base oil viscosity runs 100–150 cSt at 40°C and 14.3 cSt typical at 100°C (ASTM D-445), placing it in a range suited for roller, pillow block, needle, and plain bearings operating across a broad temperature span of 0°F (-18°C) to 400°F (204°C). The NLGI grade is calculated at 1–1½, with penetration of 285–315 at 77°F per ASTM D-217.
How Does JetLube CC LUBE™ Perform Under Extreme Pressure and Wear Conditions?
JetLube CC LUBE™ is tested to Shell 4-Ball (ASTM D-2596) standards. Its weld point is 126 kgf, with a Load Wear Index of 25 and a wear scar diameter of 0.7 mm (ASTM D-2266). These figures confirm adequate load-carrying capacity for moderate EP applications in food-contact environments where zinc and heavy-metal EP additives are prohibited.
Oxidation resistance testing per ASTM D-942 shows a PSI drop of less than 5.0 over 100 hours, indicating strong oxidative stability for extended lubrication intervals — critical for conveyors and packaging equipment that cannot be frequently taken offline for relubrication.
The copper strip corrosion rating is 1A per ASTM D-4048, confirming it is non-aggressive to copper alloys commonly found in food processing machinery.
Why Is NSF H-1 Registration Important for Food Processing Lubricants?
NSF H-1 registration (Registration #048221) means JetLube CC LUBE™ is approved for incidental food contact in Federally Inspected Meat and Poultry Plants. It also conforms to FDA Regulations CFR 21 Section 178.3570 for incidental food contact. This dual compliance is the regulatory baseline required by USDA-monitored facilities and third-party food safety auditors (SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000).
Beyond regulatory compliance, the product is formulated with anti-bacterial additives to eliminate bacterial culturing — a meaningful advantage in wet processing environments where bacterial contamination on machinery surfaces is a risk.
What Surfaces and Equipment Is JetLube CC LUBE™ Compatible With?
Compatibility is broad. JetLube CC LUBE™ is documented as safe for use on:
- Elastomers: Viton, Neoprene, Buna, and HSN rubber
- Plastics: Nylon and vinyl
- Metals: Stainless steel and general metal surfaces
- Fabrics: Will not stain cotton, polyester, or Mylar
Intended equipment categories include bearings (roller, pillow block, needle, plain), bushings, gears, valves, conveyors, bottling equipment, belting for baking ovens, and general food processing machinery. The clear, colorless appearance means any over-application or migration is detectable immediately — an important housekeeping factor in food plant audits.
How Does the Flash Point and Autoignition Profile Affect Oven and Baking Applications?
With a flash point greater than 450°F (232°C) per ASTM D-92 and an autoignition point above 500°F (260°C), CC LUBE™ is suitable for baking oven belting and high-temperature conveyor applications where lubricant ignition is a safety and insurance concern. The product’s specific gravity of 0.88 and density of 7.3 lb/gal are consistent with a white oil/synthetic blend at this viscosity range.
Summary
- JetLube CC LUBE™ carries NSF H-1 Registration #048221 and conforms to FDA CFR 21 Section 178.3570 for incidental food contact.
- Operating temperature range is 0°F (-18°C) to 400°F (204°C) with a dropping point of 500°F (260°C) per ASTM D-566.
- Aluminum complex thickener combined with PTFE provides extreme water resistance and eliminates hot water washout on food processing lines.
- Oxidation resistance test (ASTM D-942) shows less than 5.0 PSI drop over 100 hours, supporting extended lubrication intervals.
- Compatible with Viton, Neoprene, Buna, HSN rubber, nylon, vinyl, and stainless steel; will not stain cotton, polyester, or Mylar fabrics.
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