Functional V-158 L is a liquid viscosity modifier and thickener used in engine oils, industrial lubricants, and multigrade crankcase lubricants. It improves the viscosity index (VI), enhancing the performance and stability of lubricants across varying temperature conditions. This product is ideal for applications requiring viscosity modification and thickening in both engine and industrial oil formulations.

Functions: Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

End Uses: Engine Oils, Industrial Lubricants, Multigrade Crankcase Lubricant

Chemical Family: Chemical Mixtures & Blends

Features: Viscocity Index (VI) improvement

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Fluids & Lubricants Features

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Fluids & Lubricants Type
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
Application Information
  • Functional V-158L is a viscosity index (V.I.) improver that may be used in preparing multigrade engine oils as well as industrial fluids and lubricants.
  • It may also be used without dilution as a supplemental crankcase additive for the automotive aftermarket. 

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Petroleum odor
Insoluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity0.87--
Lbs per Gallon7.25--
Flash Point175.0°C-
Kinematic Viscosity (at 100°C)550 - 630cSt-
Colormax. 0.5--
Thickening Efficiency (at 100°C, 18.0% in paraffinic base oil)12.5 - 15.5cStISO 32
Shear Stability Index (Thickening loss)45-ASTM D 6278, PSSI
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (water=1)0.88--
Density7.3lb/US-
Vapor Pressure (at 20°C)max. 0.1mm Hg-
Boiling Point475°F-

Regulatory & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Treatment Level

Treatment levels from 5 - 20% are typical in industrial lubricants and greases. 

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling Information

Due to the viscosity of Functional V-158L, elevated temperature (up to approximately 60°C or 140°F) can facilitate handling