THE USE OF ESTOLIDES TO PRODUCE HIGH PERFORMANCE LUBRICANTS
Estolides offer unique benefits to lubricant formulations beyond being
biobased and biodegradable. The have low volatility, good hydrolytic
stability, and in some applications such as PCMO have been found to
offer a formulation valuable cleanliness credits by reducing piston
deposits. Formulations containing estolides have been able to
successfully pass all engine tests required for ILSAC GF-5 approval with
one of the highest piston deposit ratings among current synthetic
motor oils on the market. The use of estolides will allow lubricant
formulators to generate quality products that meet or exceed required
performance standards while using more environmentally acceptable
ingredients in the formulation.