Shell Omala S5 Wind
Our most technologically advanced gear oil for wind turbines
Shell Omala S5 Wind 320 is an outstanding, highly advanced gear oil for onshore and offshore wind turbines 鈥� With a 10-year oil life guarantee1. It can help to:
- Reduce the number of oil changes needed for your wind turbine gearbox.
- Improve start-to-grid performance at low temperatures.
- Provide excellent foaming performance, even with fine filtration.
- Increase system protection for gearboxes and components.
Shell Omala S5 Wind 320 offers superior filterability2 and industry-leading corrosion protection3, especially against yellow metal corrosion4.
Lower Life Cycle Costs with Shell Omala S5 Wind:
| Technical Benefit | Live Cycle Value |
|---|---|
| Superior oxidation and thermal degradation resistance | Extended oil drain intervals of 10+ years and a 10 year warranty |
| Robust wear and yellow metal corrosion protection | Extends gearbox component life and oil life |
| Enhanced low temperature flow | Improved speed to grid and improved efficiency in cold climates |
| Advanced foam control and superior filterability | Prevents gear and bearing failure, false oil level alarms, and spillage |
| Approved by all major gearbox manufacturers | Trusted by gearbox OEMs in the wind industry; reputation benefit |
| Multiple equipment approvals and compatible with mineral oils | Opportunity to consolidate and simplify gear oil inventory management |
| Suitable and approved for yaw and pitch gearboxes | Cost savings from easier logistics and additional oil drain extensions |
Please consult your Shell Technical Advisor to confirm suitability for use. Please consult your Shell Technical Advisor before replacing an existing gear oil with Shell Omala S5 Wind.
1 Subject to Shell Lubricant Solutions terms and conditions.
2 Shell Omala S5 Wind 320 gear oil was tested for 50,00 cycles in a Hydac multi-pass test-rig using 3碌m filter material and retained anti-foam performance. An unbeaten achievement whereas competitor oils failed after 5,000 cycles.
3 Based on industry standard corrosion testing.
4 Based on ASTM D2893 testing.
