Shell Gadus S5 V220 2
Shell Gadus S5 V220 2 is an advanced performance multipurpose grease designed to provide reliable lubrication and long service life across a wide range of industrial and transport applications. The grease is formulated using high viscosity index synthetic base oils combined with a lithium complex soap thickener and enhanced with a carefully balanced additive system. These additives provide protection against wear, oxidation and corrosion while supporting consistent lubrication performance under demanding operating conditions.
One of the key advantages of Shell Gadus S5 V220 2 is its excellent mechanical stability. Bearings operating in heavy industrial environments are frequently exposed to vibration and fluctuating loads, which can cause some greases to soften and lose their structure. Shell Gadus S5 V220 2 maintains its consistency under these conditions, ensuring that the grease remains in place and continues to provide reliable lubrication protection over extended service intervals. This stability helps maintain bearing performance and contributes to reduced maintenance requirements.
The grease also offers excellent resistance to water contamination. Equipment operating in environments such as paper mills, manufacturing plants and transport systems may be exposed to moisture or process water. Shell Gadus S5 V220 2 provides strong resistance to water wash-out and helps maintain lubrication performance even in wet conditions. This property is particularly important for the wet end of paper machines, where reliable lubrication and effective sealing performance are required to protect bearings from contamination.
Another important benefit of the grease is its excellent corrosion protection. The formulation includes corrosion inhibitors that help protect metal surfaces from rust and damage caused by aggressive process water or environmental contaminants. This protection supports longer bearing life and improves equipment reliability in challenging operating environments.
Shell Gadus S5 V220 2 also provides strong extreme pressure performance. Bearings operating under heavy loads require lubricants that can maintain a protective film between metal surfaces even when mechanical stress is high. The grease contains extreme pressure additives that enhance load carrying capability and help prevent metal-to-metal contact during operation. Testing results show a four-ball weld load of approximately 400 kg, confirming the grease’s strong load handling capability.
The lithium complex thickener used in the formulation also provides excellent high temperature stability. The grease has a high dropping point and maintains its structure even when operating at elevated temperatures. This allows the grease to perform effectively across a wide temperature range while maintaining reliable lubrication performance. The product can operate at temperatures from approximately –40°C to +150°C, with short-term peak temperatures reaching up to around +220°C when appropriate lubrication intervals are maintained.
Shell Gadus S5 V220 2 is recommended for the lubrication of bearings in both industrial machinery and transport equipment. It is particularly suitable for applications where high loads, water exposure and elevated operating temperatures are present, including equipment used in manufacturing facilities and paper production processes.
