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Shell Tellus S2 MX 68 Hydraulic Oil - 330 Gallon TOTE

SKU 500010029
Original Price $5,724.98 - Original Price $5,724.98
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$5,724.98
$5,724.98 - $5,724.98
Current Price $5,724.98

Featuring Shell's patented formula, Shell Tellus S2 MX 68 is a hydraulic fluid that protects and improves efficiency in most manufacturing and mobile equipment hydraulic operations. The 550026736 Shell hydraulic fluid helps to prevent thermal and chemical breakdowns under heat or mechanical stress, and the advanced fluid minimizes sludge formations. Effective in a wide range of operation conditions, including moist environments, Tellus S2 M 68 promotes filterability, superior cleanliness and excellent water separation in hydraulic systems.

Long fluid lifeæmaintenance saving Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids help extend equipment maintenance intervals by resisting thermal and chemical breakdown. This minimizes sludge formation and provides excellent performance in the industry standard ASTM D943 TOST test (Turbine Oil Stability Test), providing better reliability and system cleanliness. Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids also have good stability in the presence of moisture, which ensures long fluid life and reduces the risk of corrosion and rusting, particularly in moist or humid environments. Outstanding wear protection Proven zinc-based anti-wear additives are incorporated to be effective throughout the range of operating conditions, including low load and severe duty high load conditions. Outstanding performance in a range of piston and vane pump tests, including the tough Denison T6C (dry and wet versions) and the demanding Vickers 35VQ25, demonstrates how Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids can help system components last longer. Maintaining system efficiency Superior cleanliness, excellent filterability and high performance water separation, air release and antifoam characteristics all help contribute to maintaining or enhancing the efficiency of hydraulic systems. The unique additive system in Shell Tellus S2 MX, in combination with superior cleanliness (meeting the requirements of ISO 4406 21/19/16 class or better ex Shell plant filling lines as recognized by DIN 51524 specification, the oil is exposed to various influences with transport and storage that could effect the cleanliness level), helps reduce the impact of contaminants on filter blocking, allowing both extended filter life and use of finer filtration for extra equipment protection. Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids are formulated for fast air release without excessive foaming to help efficient hydraulic power transfer and minimize fluid and equipment impacts of cavitation induced oxidation that can shorten fluid life.

Main Applications
Industrial hydraulic systems
With an extensive range of equipment maker approvals and recommendations, Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids are suitable for a wide range of hydraulic power applications found in manufacturing and industrial environments.
Mobile hydraulic fluid power transmission systems Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids can be used effectively in mobile hydraulic power applications such as excavators and cranes, except where significant ambient temperature variations are encountered. For these applications we recommend the Shell Tellus series.

Marine hydraulic systems
Suitable for marine applications where ISO HM category hydraulic fluids are recommended.æSpecifications, Approvals & Recommendations

  • Denison Hydraulics (HF-0, HF-1, HF-2) Cincinnati Machine P-68 (ISO 32), P-70 (ISO 46), P-69 (ISO 68)
  • Eaton Vickers M-2950 S
  • Eaton Vickers I-286 S
  • Listed by Bosch Rexroth Ref 17421-001 and RD 220-1/04.03
  • ISO 11158 (HM fluids)
  • AFNOR NF-E 48-603
  • ASTM 6158-05 (HM fluids)
  • DIN 51524 Part 2 HLP type
  • Swedish Standard SS 15 54 34 AM
  • GB 111181-1-94 (HM fluids)
  • For additional questions regarding equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical Helpdesk, or the OEM Approvals website.

    Compatibility & Miscibility
    • Compatibility Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids are suitable for use with most hydraulic pumps. However, please consult your Shell Representative before using in pumps containing silver plated components.
    • Fluid Compatibility Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids are compatible with most other mineral oil based hydraulic fluids. However, mineral oil hydraulic fluids should not be mixed with other fluid types (e.g. environmentally acceptable or fire resistant fluids).
    • Seal & Paint Compatibility Shell Tellus S2 MX fluids are compatible with seal materials and paints normally specified for use with mineral oils.

    Frequently asked questions

    Find answers to common questions about our products and services
    • This fluid is suitable for industrial hydraulic systems found in manufacturing environments, mobile hydraulic power applications such as excavators and cranes, and marine hydraulic systems where ISO HM category fluids are recommended. For mobile applications that experience significant ambient temperature variations, Shell recommends consulting the broader Shell Tellus series instead.

    • Shell Tellus S2 MX 68 is compatible with most other mineral oil based hydraulic fluids, so a direct changeover is generally straightforward. However, it must not be mixed with other fluid types such as environmentally acceptable fluids or fire-resistant fluids, as mineral oil hydraulic fluids are not compatible with those categories.

    • It is suitable for use with most hydraulic pumps. If your system contains pumps with silver-plated components, consult your Shell Representative before using this fluid in those applications.

    • This fluid meets Denison Hydraulics HF-0, HF-1, and HF-2; Cincinnati Machine P-69 (ISO 68); Eaton Vickers M-2950 S and I-286 S; ISO 11158 (HM fluids); DIN 51524 Part 2 HLP type; AFNOR NF-E 48-603; ASTM 6158-05 (HM fluids); Swedish Standard SS 15 54 34 AM; GB 111181-1-94 (HM fluids); and is listed by Bosch Rexroth. These approvals make it broadly compatible with a wide range of industrial and mobile hydraulic equipment.

    • Shell Tellus S2 MX 68 is formulated for good stability in the presence of moisture, which reduces the risk of corrosion and rusting and helps maintain long fluid life even in moist or humid conditions. It also provides excellent water separation characteristics to help keep the hydraulic system clean and efficient.

    • ISO viscosity grade 68 indicates the fluid's kinematic viscosity range — this is a medium-weight grade commonly specified for industrial hydraulic systems operating under moderate to higher load conditions. To confirm VG 68 is the correct grade for your specific equipment, check your equipment manufacturer's hydraulic fluid specifications or consult your Shell Technical Helpdesk.

    Key Features

    • Resists thermal and chemical breakdown under heat or mechanical stress, minimizing sludge formation and extending equipment maintenance intervals.

    • Proven zinc-based anti-wear additives protect system components across the full range of operating conditions, from low load to severe duty high load.

    • Superior cleanliness, excellent filterability, and high-performance water separation, air release, and antifoam characteristics help maintain or enhance hydraulic system efficiency.

    • Suitable for industrial hydraulic systems, mobile hydraulic power applications such as excavators and cranes, and marine applications where ISO HM category hydraulic fluids are recommended.

    • Good stability in the presence of moisture reduces the risk of corrosion and rusting, particularly in moist or humid environments.