Oil is declared as: API SN; ACEA C2; OEM KIA 05100-00171.
1) The oil fully complies with the SAE standard and can be called 0W-30. Viscosity at 100 ° C and CCS at -35 ° C are part of the standard requirements.
2) First of all, viscosity at 40C = 43.38 immediately catches the eye - “this does not happen ?!” After all, this is the viscosity of most 0W-20. This means that despite the fact that it is "thirty", it will be economical as 0W-20, namely, when you start the morning and warm up to operating temperature. Secondly, it is a kind of record oil among 0W-30 - it fully deserves the title "Miss Fuel Economy" in the top of the ideal oils of the Oil Club
3) Viscosity at 100 ° C = 10.69 - and here, the oil behaves like a "thirty" - has the desired viscosity.
4) Thanks to such special viscosity characteristics, see what its viscosity index is = 248 CARL! The oil works in the widest range of temperatures, it behaves as a low-viscosity 0W-20 when it is not heated, and at the same time at the working temperature, it behaves like 0W-30.
5) Alkaline number = 8.3 - despite the fact that this is the ACEA C2 standard, limiting the ash, where you can’t jump above the head and you will no longer add alkaline. So, in spite of this, the base number of 8.3 is quite high for the middle pit.
6) Acid number = 2.0 - tall, there is a chance that the oil will work faster than ordinary oils, on simpler packages, but I think - without crime.
7) Sulfate ash level = 0.87 - and the ACEA C2 standard clearly defines - no more than 0.8. Therefore, there is an excess of ash. Although such small excesses, in a good mind and sound memory, hardly anyone will find fault, because here the laboratory can inflate and the manufacturer to overdo it with the percentage of additive package. These are little things ...
8) Flash point = 238С - are we just talking about low viscosity "almost 0W-20"?
I still do not know from what bases this oil is made, but it is extremely thermostable at high temperatures!
9) NOACK - evaporation of masses (waste) = 10 - class! Not many 5W-30 can boast such a PLA, and here low-viscosity 0W-30 and such a result!
Excellent behavior of oil at high temperatures and low consumption for waste.
10) The pour point -46C is the norm.
11) The viscosity of simulating cold scrolling with a starter at -35С = 6050 mPas is located at the upper limit of SAE. Enters the standard. Just a little bit more and it will be 5W-30. In general, this value ensures a safe start up to -35C, below it is clear not a record holder. The manufacturer specifically selected the recipe, the maximum base oil, the maximum thermal stability, and not to the detriment of low-temperature properties - which are usually less in demand.
12) Sulfur content = 0.331 - it is higher than the usual mid-ash table, because here the “fat” additive package. It is clear that base oils are pure sulfur, it is more of additives.
13) Judging by the level of additive elements, the development of Infineum + a separate friction modifier package based on organic molybdenum is used. Third-party he (Vanderbilt Molyvan) or his own, is a subject for discussion. (I can be mistaken if something corrected over time).
14) A very high content of molybdenum - it just adds a fuel saving function. It also has anti-wear function, while reducing oil viscosity, heavy loads, and even regular lapping of parts from the conveyor.
15) ZDDP anti - wear additives - phosphorus and zinc. Calcium-based detergent additives. Boron is an ashless dispersant.
16) In addition to all this, by oxidation = 31, one can say that the oil contains esters. Esters give the oil polar properties, reduce wear, reduce friction. The Fourier transform infrared spectrum also indicates that the oil contains esters.
Conclusion: Advanced auto industry oil, unlike any oil. Sharpened for record-breaking fuel efficiency. Due to its low viscosity on cold, molybdenum, esters - it will save fuel. At the same time due to ZDDP , molybdenum, esters protects the engine from wear. The oil has very good high-temperature characteristics (low NOACK and high flash) - even though it is of low viscosity, it is a rare feature for low viscosity oils. Low temperature characteristics are normal - they satisfy the viscosity class 0W-30. This oil can be recommended to owners of Korean, Japanese cars, where low viscosity oils are recommended. It is safe for direct injection, particulate filters and modern catalysts. Thanks to him, you get a record fuel economy and engine efficiency. Definitely it can be said that it is worth the money.
