Big Industry Lubrication & Specialty Fluids
Big Industry Lubricants Engineered for the Hardest-Working Equipment
Specialty synthetic lubricants, base stocks, traction fluids, PPE fluids, and connector lubricants for demanding industrial systems.
SantoLubes develops high-performance lubricant technologies for industrial manufacturing, power transmission, rotating equipment, gear systems, bearings, compressors, vacuum systems, electrical connections, and equipment operating under extreme temperature, load, chemical exposure, and long-duty conditions.
Our portfolio combines SantoTrac® traction fluids, SantoVac® Polyphenyl Ether (PPE) fluids, ultEbase® Group V synthetic base stocks, SantoLubes® specialty base fluids, and ACCL® electronic connector lubricants to address different lubrication challenges across industrial equipment.
Reduce Friction & Energy Losses
Protect Under Heavy Loads
Extend Equipment & Fluid Life
Built for the Demands of Big Industry
Industrial equipment operates under combinations of heavy load, continuous duty, elevated temperature, pressure, contamination, vibration, oxidation, and demanding maintenance schedules. Lubrication must do more than simply separate two surfaces—it can influence efficiency, heat generation, component protection, electrical reliability, service intervals, and total operating cost.
SantoLubes technologies help support:
Reduce Mechanical Friction & Energy Losses
Manage Extreme Temperatures
Protect Gears & Bearings
Support Continuous-Duty Equipment
Improve Torque Transfer
Extend Lubricant Service Life
Protect Electrical Connections
Support Harsh & Specialized Environments
Advanced Lubricant Technologies. Built for Industrial Performance.
Match friction, traction, film strength, thermal stability, chemical resistance, and electrical protection to the actual demands of the equipment.
Product Technologies for Elevator and Escalator Lubrication Challenges
ultEbase® Group V Base-Stock Technology
Ultra-low EHD shear base-stock platform for formulated lubricants that reduce internal lubricant friction and operating temperatures while supporting film protection.
SantoTrac® Traction & High-Load Fluids
High-traction fluids where the lubricant film helps transmit torque in traction drives, planetary systems, and other high-load power transmission applications.
SantoTrac® 32, 50, 70, 100J, 150J, 220J
SantoTrac® A35
SantoLubes® A38
SantoVac® PPE & SantoLubes® Specialty Base Fluids
PPE and specialty base fluids for extreme temperature, vacuum, chemical exposure, and long-duty industrial applications.
SantoVac® 5 PPE, 5P Ultra, 9
SantoLubes® OS-124, OS-138, OS-105 ADE, OS-750 Advanced
SantoVac® 5 PPE
ACCL® Electronic Connector Lubricants
Protect electrical connectors and electronic systems from insertion damage, fretting corrosion, wear, and environmental corrosion.
- ACCL-52T, ACCL-53T, ACCL-54T, ACCL-7T
- SantoLubes® OS-124(for ultra-low volatility requirements)
Industrial Lubricant Technology & Product Selection
| Industrial Application / Challenge | Recommended SantoLubes Technology / Products | Why It Fits | Technology Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Gearboxes | ultEbase® formulated gear oils | Low-EHD-shear base-stock technology can be formulated to reduce internal fluid friction and operating temperature while supporting film protection. | Alternative Group V formulation platform for conventional mineral, PAO, PAG, and other synthetic gearbox oils. |
| High-Load Bearings | ultEbase® 2 | Identified in selection data for bearing wear in high-load mechanical assemblies. | Appropriate finished-lubricant formulation and viscosity remain application-dependent. |
| Traction Drives & Industrial CVTs | SantoTrac® 32, 50, 70, 100J, 150J, 220J | High traction and strong EHD film performance support controlled torque transfer in systems where the fluid itself participates in power transmission. | Traction fluids intentionally generate controlled fluid shear. |
| Heavy Planetary Drives | SantoTrac® 100J, 150J, 220J | Higher-viscosity grades support stronger film formation and demanding load conditions. | Select grade based on load, speed, contact geometry, and operating temperature. |
| Variable-Speed Drives | SantoTrac® 70 | Addresses traction instability under variable speeds and low-temperature flow challenges. | Useful where stable torque transfer is more important than minimizing EHD friction. |
| Continuous-Duty Rotating Equipment | SantoTrac® 32; ultEbase® formulations | SantoTrac® 32 for oxidation stability; ultEbase® formulations target friction and thermal efficiency. | Select based on whether application needs traction or low fluid friction. |
| High-Temperature Machinery | OS-124; OS-138; OS-700 Advanced; SantoRad™ 7, 12 | PPE and radiation-resistant fluids deliver very low volatility and exceptional thermal & oxidative stability. | Designed for conditions where conventional fluids may degrade quickly. |
| Vacuum Pumps & Diffusion Pumps | SantoVac® 5 PPE, SantoVac® 5P Ultra,SantoVac® 9 | Low volatility and high thermal stability support vacuum generation and long pump-fluid life. | Grade selection depends on target vacuum, purity, and system design. |
| Compressors | ultEbase® formulations (SantoTrac® or PPE as required) | SantoLubes technologies address friction, heat and lubricant-life challenges in many compressor types. | Correct fluid depends on compressor type, temperature, and viscosity requirements. |
| Electrical Connectors & Instrumentation | ACCL-52T, ACCL-53T, ACCL-54T, ACCL-7T, OS-124 | Protects industrial electrical contacts from insertion damage, wear, fretting corrosion, and environment. | Important for automation, sensors, drives, controls, and PLC systems. |
| High-Temperature Seals & Specialty Lubrication | OS-138, OS-124, OS-10S ADE | Provide high thermal stability, low volatility and material compatibility for specialty formulations. | Final selection depends on seal material, temperature & chemical exposure. |
| Chemical or Oxidative Environments | SantoVac® PPE Family OS-124, OS-138 | Provides strong resistance to oxidation, acids, and chemical attack. | Useful when chemistry drives lubricant degradation. |
| Radiation-Exposed Industrial Equipment | SantoRad™ 7, SantoRad™ 12 | Designed for lubrication where ionizing radiation would degrade conventional hydrocarbon fluids. | For nuclear, research and other radiation-prone environments. |
| Food-Grade Traction Equipment | SantoTrac® 332-FG | Supports traction-drive performance where incidental food-contact credentials are required. | Use only where food-contact requirements apply. |
| Product selection depends on equipment design, duty cycle, ambient conditions, lubricant formulation, viscosity grade, additives, and OEM requirements. | |||
Traction coefficient reflects SantoTrac® 50 technical data. Other attributes are descriptive performance characteristics. Contact SantoLubes for certified specifications and full Technical Data Sheets.
Advanced Performance With Renewable Feedstock Options
ultEbase® base oils can be produced from bio-derived feedstocks.
This enables formulators and OEMs to evaluate sustainable lubricant options while maintaining the same core performance objectives around low EHD shear, thermal conductivity, and efficient lubrication.
Built for Industrial OEMs, Operators & Technical Decision Makers
From equipment design to daily operations, SantoLubes technologies help improve performance, reliability, energy efficiency and total cost of ownership.
OEMs
Design with performance and reliability in mind
Operators
Reduce downtime and extend service life
Formulators
Create high-performance differentiated products
Maintenance Teams
Solve real-world lubrication and reliability challenges
Engineers & Consultants
Match fluid technology to real equipment needs
Energy & Infrastructure
Support demanding power and industrial systems
Custom Industrial Lubricant Solutions
Not every industrial application fits an off-the-shelf lubricant. We help evaluate operating conditions, equipment design, environmental exposure, materials, and performance goals to recommend or help develop the right lubricant technology.
Request Application Guidance
Every elevator and escalator system has unique operating conditions. SantoLubes can provide technical information, sample material, and consultation to help evaluate product fit.
Samples and Technical Support
Request a sample or connect with the SantoLubes technical team.
Application Review
Discuss your gearbox, chain, drive system, bearing, rope, or cable application with a technical specialist.
Performance Data
Review technical data for ultEbase® and SantoTrac® technologies.
FAQ
Answers to common questions about SantoLubes technologies in Industrial Lubricant applications.
What industrial lubricants does SantoLubes manufacture?
SantoLubes produces synthetic base stocks, traction fluids, PPE (polyphenyl ether) fluids, specialty base fluids, and electronic connector lubricants for industrial gear systems, bearings, compressors, vacuum systems, and electrical applications.
What is the best lubricant for a heavy industrial gearbox?
It depends on load, speed, temperature, and OEM requirements. ultEbase® formulated gear oils are a common starting point where low friction and thermal management matter, but final suitability depends on the finished-lubricant formulation.
What is the difference between SantoTrac® and ultEbase®?
+SantoTrac® fluids intentionally generate controlled traction to transmit torque, while ultEbase® is a low-shear base-stock technology aimed at reducing internal friction—two different goals for two different problems.
Is ultEbase® a finished industrial gear oil?
Is ultEbase®a finished industrial gear oil?+No. ultEbase® is a base-stock technology intended for formulation into finished lubricants by combining it with appropriate additives and viscosity grades.
What lubricant should be used for high-temperature industrial equipment?
What lubricant should be used for high-temperature industrial equipment?+PPE-based fluids such as SantoVac® and OS-series products are chosen for very low volatility and strong thermal and oxidative stability where conventional fluids degrade quickly.
What lubricants are used in industrial traction drives?
SantoTrac® traction fluids are engineered for traction drives, planetary systems, and CVTs where the fluid film participates in transmitting power.
Does SantoLubes make lubricants for industrial electrical connectors?
Yes. ACCL® electronic connector lubricants protect contacts from insertion damage, fretting corrosion, wear, and environmental corrosion in automation, sensors, and control systems.
Does SantoLubes make PFAS-free industrial lubricants?
Product chemistries vary. Contact our technical team for current formulation details and regulatory information for a specific product and application.
What industries use Polyphenyl Ether lubricants?
PPE fluids are used in vacuum systems, high-temperature machinery, chemical-exposure environments, and other specialty industrial applications requiring durability and stability.
