Shell Corena Compressor Oils
Innovative air compressor oils that elevate operations
Because of their high power-to-volume or power-to-weight ratio, air compressors are a cost-effective and highly efficient option across a range of manufacturing-based industries, helping to deliver the power that is critical for production.
But only a well-maintained air compressor is likely to realise these potential cost and efficiency benefits over its lifetime. That makes your choice of compressor oil an important one, especially since compressors are becoming increasingly compact, forcing less oil to work harder, for longer.
Developed alongside both customers and equipment manufacturers, our Shell Corena range of compressor oils has been designed to meet the industry requirements needed to overcome real-world challenges. With performance you can rely on, protection that’s been real-world tested, and technology that is at the forefront of industry innovation, find an oil that works smart as well as hard.
Key Benefits₁
Enhanced wear protection
Because different air compressors have different needs, the Shell Corena range includes both dedicated rotary compressor oils as well as oils for reciprocating compressors. From vane to valve wear, we have you covered.
Extended oil life
Whether you need a mainstream oil for standard life applications or advanced synthetic oil that can last up to three years, the Shell Corena range prioritises oil life – meaning you can reduce maintenance costs over the long term.
High system efficiency
Don’t let pressure loss affect your operations. Designed to promote system efficiency, Shell Corena oils suppress foaming and release trapped air, helping to keep your compressors working as they were intended.
Reliable performance
Thanks to extended equipment service life, the Shell Corena range helps your equipment to operate without interruption for longer, so you can be safe in the knowledge that it won’t let you down.
Compressor oils and GTL technology
Our gas-to-liquids (GTL) technology turns natural gas into high-performing liquid products. Using base oils derived from natural gas means fluids like our Shell Corena compressor oils can offer various benefits over mineral compressor oils:
- A lower volatility, leading to less oil consumption and strain on air treatment systems
- Faster air release and low evaporation loss, meaning less oil carryover
- A higher viscosity index and lower pour point, keeping oil close to its optimal viscosity across various ambient temperatures
- A lower viscosity at cold start, which reduces the drive torque requirement
Together, these characteristics combine for flawless operation, low oil consumption and energy savings – providing a next-generation fluid solution for modern air compressors, no matter your industry or application.
Real-world case studies
Cement case study
Thanks to a 70% reduction in maintenance time, Shell Corena S3 R 46 helped this cement company to estimate annual savings of $871,000.
Sector applications
Whether you use mobile or stationary compressors, across standard life or severe applications, our range can flex to your specific compressor needs – all the while providing you with the operational essentials that could make the difference between industry standard and industry-leading performance.
Disclaimer
1. For more information around performance characteristics, test results and technical claims, please consult our Shell Corena product brochure, here (PDF, 3 MB).
All data us derived from tests in laboratories of Shell Lubricant Solutions or partners using accepted standard methods.
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