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Mobil Rarus SHC 1026 | ISO VG 68 Synthetic Air Compressor Oil South Africa

Mobil Rarus SHC 1026 | ISO VG 68 Synthetic Air Compressor Oil South Africa

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Mobil™ Rarus SHC 1020 Series — Synthetic Air Compressor Oil

Mobil Rarus SHC 1026

Supreme Performance Synthetic Air Compressor Lubricant | ISO VG 68 | Rotary Screw & Vane Compressors

ISO VG 68 PAO Synthetic Rotary Screw Compressors Discharge Temp to 200°C Extended Drain

Product Overview

Mobil Rarus SHC 1026 is a supreme performance synthetic air compressor lubricant formulated from wax-free synthetic hydrocarbon (PAO) base stocks for the lubrication of severe duty rotary screw and vane air compressors. As the ISO VG 68 grade in the Rarus SHC 1020 Series, it is specifically engineered for compressors operating at high discharge temperatures, under severe duty conditions, or where mineral oil-based compressor oils are not meeting expectations in terms of oil life, deposit formation or maintenance costs.

The synthetic PAO base stock delivers exceptional resistance to oxidation and thermal degradation — far superior to mineral oil-based air compressor oils — enabling extended oil drain intervals, significantly reduced deposit and coking formation, and cleaner compressor operation. The flash point of 246°C and high autogeneous ignition temperature also meaningfully reduce the risk of compressor fires and explosions compared to mineral oil products.

Mobil Rarus SHC 1026 is suitable for continuous high-temperature operation with discharge temperatures up to 200°C — a capability that separates it from mineral compressor oils and makes it the correct choice for heavily loaded compressors in mining, processing plant and industrial operations running extended shift cycles. Compatible with all metals used in compressor construction and with conventional mineral oil-based compressor oils.

Key Performance Benefits

High-Temperature Operation to 200°C

Engineered for continuous operation at discharge temperatures up to 200°C — where mineral oil-based compressor oils oxidise rapidly, form coke deposits in discharge lines and valves, and require frequent costly drain and clean-out cycles. The PAO base provides the thermal stability mineral oils cannot match.

Extended Oil Drain Intervals

Outstanding oxidation and thermal stability enables significantly longer drain intervals compared to mineral compressor oils — reducing oil consumption, maintenance frequency and production interruptions for oil changes in continuous-operation compressors on mining sites and processing plants.

Reduced Deposit & Coking Formation

Virtual absence of deposit formation at high temperatures — keeping discharge lines, after-coolers, coalescers and valves clean. Directly reduces maintenance costs, filter change frequency and the risk of blocked downstream equipment that causes compressor shutdown.

Improved Safety — Fire & Explosion Risk

High autogeneous ignition temperature and flash point of 246°C significantly reduce the potential for compressor fires and explosions compared to mineral oil products — an important consideration for continuous-duty industrial compressors operating at elevated temperatures in mining and processing plant environments.

Outstanding Water Separability

Exceptional water separating characteristics reduce emulsion formation, coalescer blockage and sludge in crankcases and discharge lines — maintaining reliable compressor operation in humid environments and reducing the frequency of coalescer and filter maintenance.

Anti-Wear & Corrosion Protection

High load-carrying ability protects compressor bearings and gears against wear. Effective rust and corrosion protection preserves internal compressor components across extended service intervals — extending compressor service life and reducing the cost of internal component replacement.

Typical Applications

Mobil Rarus SHC 1026 (ISO VG 68) is recommended for rotary screw and vane air compressors operating under severe conditions — particularly where mineral oil-based products are failing to deliver adequate oil life, clean operation or acceptable maintenance intervals:

Mining & Processing Plant Compressors

Rotary screw compressors on mining sites running continuous shifts · Compressors with oil injection cooling in high-ambient-temperature environments · Units with a history of excessive oil degradation from mineral products · Compressors serving pneumatic tools and drilling equipment in underground and open pit operations

Severe Duty & High Temperature

Compressors with discharge temperatures approaching or exceeding 180°C where mineral oils coke and form deposits · Multistage units with a history of excessive oil degradation · Compressors in hot environments — boiler rooms, furnace areas, cement plants and foundries where ambient temperature elevates discharge temperature

Industrial & Manufacturing Compressors

Vane compressors in manufacturing and industrial plant · Compressor systems with critical gears and bearings requiring superior anti-wear protection · Stationary and mobile compressor applications where extended drain intervals are operationally valuable

Problem-Solving Applications

Compressors experiencing poor valve performance, discharge line deposits or coalescer blockage with mineral oils · Units requiring improved filter life and reduced downstream carryover · Compressors where frequent mineral oil changes are causing unacceptable production downtime

Important: Mobil Rarus SHC 1026 is not recommended for air compressors used in breathing air applications. It should not be used in compressors where the discharge temperature exceeds the product flash point (246°C). Always confirm the correct ISO VG grade from your compressor OEM manual before ordering — ISO VG 68 is typically specified for higher-temperature or higher-load compressor applications.

Technical Properties

Property Test Method Value
ISO Viscosity Grade ISO VG 68
Base Stock Synthetic PAO (Wax-Free)
Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C ASTM D445 66.6 mm²/s
Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C ASTM D445 10.1 mm²/s
Viscosity Index ASTM D2270 136
Pour Point ASTM D97 -45°C
Flash Point (COC) ASTM D92 246°C
Specific Gravity @ 15°C ASTM D1298 0.856
Copper Strip Corrosion ASTM D130 (24h, 100°C) 1B
Rust Characteristics ASTM D665 Proc. A Pass
Max Discharge Temperature 200°C
Specification China GB/T 12691-2021 L-DAJ

Typical properties — not guaranteed specifications. Source: ExxonMobil Product Data Sheet, September 2025.

Rarus SHC 1020 Series — Grade Comparison

The Rarus SHC 1020 Series is available in three ISO VG grades. Always confirm the correct grade from your compressor OEM manual before ordering:

Grade ISO VG Visc @ 40°C VI Pour Point Flash Point
Rarus SHC 1024 ISO 32 31.5 cSt 127 -48°C 245°C
Rarus SHC 1025 ISO 46 44.0 cSt 131 -45°C 246°C
Rarus SHC 1026 — This Product ISO 68 66.6 cSt 136 -45°C 246°C
Which grade do I need? ISO VG 32 and 46 are typically specified for compressors operating at lower discharge temperatures. ISO VG 68 (Rarus SHC 1026) is specified for higher discharge temperatures and higher-load compressor applications. Always confirm from your compressor OEM documentation — contact Orbit Industrial if you need assistance identifying the correct grade.

Pack Sizes & Procurement

Available Pack Sizes

20 Litre

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208 Litre Drum

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Technical Documentation

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Mobil Rarus SHC 1020 Series — Technical Datasheet

ExxonMobil Product Data Sheet · Rarus SHC 1024 / 1025 / 1026 · September 2025

For Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and MSDS documentation, visit msds.exxonmobil.com → · Contact Orbit Industrial for application-specific technical support.

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