TRUEGARD Anti-Wear Hydraulic Oil AW 68 - 55 Gallon Drum
-Good thermal stability-Excellent antiwar-Resistant to oxidation-Excellent filterability
This oil is designed for a wide range of industrial and mobile hydraulic applications, including garage trucks, backhoes, plastic injection molding machines, and general industrial machinery. It is engineered to protect piston, vane, and gear pump systems across a broad range of operating conditions.
AW 68 corresponds to ISO VG 68, a medium-to-heavy viscosity grade hydraulic oil suitable for systems that operate under moderate-to-high loads or in warmer ambient temperatures where a thicker fluid is needed to maintain a protective film. If your equipment manufacturer specifies ISO VG 68 or AW 68 hydraulic fluid, this product meets that requirement.
TRUEGARD AW 68 is a mineral-based (petroleum-derived) hydraulic fluid, which means it is compatible with the seals, hoses, and components typically found in standard industrial and mobile hydraulic systems designed for conventional oils. Systems requiring a full synthetic or fire-resistant fluid would need a different product.
Good thermal stability means the oil resists breaking down under heat, which significantly reduces the chance of sludge and varnish formation. This is important because sludge buildup can clog servo valves and actuators, leading to system malfunction and costly downtime.
If air becomes entrained in hydraulic fluid and is not released quickly, it can cause pump cavitation, which leads to noise, vibration, loss of pressure, and accelerated pump wear. TRUEGARD AW 68 is formulated with additives that promote quick air release to help minimize cavitation risk.
Modern hydraulic systems, particularly those with servo valves and precision actuators, rely on ultra-fine filtration to keep contaminants out. TRUEGARD AW 68 is specifically formulated to pass through fine filters without breaking down or causing filter plugging, making it suitable for these demanding systems.