Green Lubes for Eco-Friendly Propellers

After comprehensive testing, MAN Diesel has given general approval for the use of Vickers Oils bio-oils with its CP propellers. Accordingly, Vickers biodegradable and non-toxic oils are now accepted by MAN Diesel for use within complete oil systems in the VB and VBS propeller range.

The oils have the Vickers trade names HYDROX BIO 68 and HYDROX BIO 100. Additionally, another Vickers bio-oil is presently being tested for use with MAN Diesel’s AMG-range of reduction gearboxes, and as hydraulic servo-oil for propeller pitch-setting.

The bio-lubricated VB and VBS propeller range covers the power range from 1,000 to 30,000 kW - and hub series from 480 to 1,940 mm in size. This corresponds with propeller diameters in the range of 1.8 to 8 meters.