Description
Castrol Optileb™GR 823 greases (previously called Molub-Alloy Foodproof 823 FM) were developed for general
lubrication of food machinery. They have been approved as “physiologically safe” by the Landesgewerbe-Anstalt LGA
Bayern.
Optileb GR 823 greases have also been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (NSF) as “H1” lubricants which
can be used in the food and beverage industry even if incidental contact with food products is possible.
A select base oil blend plus an FDA approved thickener provide good adhesion, film strength and water-wash
resistance even at elevated temperatures. Drip-free characteristics and the off-white color of Optileb GR 823
greases complement house keeping efforts in food and kindred industries.
A high performance combination of food grade additives provides excellent anti-wear protection. The combination
of additives and blending techniques maximize rust and oxidation characteristics for effective rust protection and
long service life of the grease.
Application
Developed to lubricate food machinery in high-temperature applications where incidental contact with food is
possible.
They are recommended for sleeve and rolling bearings in overhead conveyors and other material handling
equipment.
May be applied manually or with automatic dispensing equipment.
Lighter consistency GR 823-0 grease can be used in gear cases where a non-channeling slump grease is
needed to control leakage.
Temperature application range: – 30°C up to – 120°C
Advantages
H1 lubricants acceptable for use where incidental contact with food is possible.
Very high melting point and non-drip characteristics of this grease minimize product contamination.
Unique water resistance provides continuous protection even when equipment is washed down periodically.
Physiologically safe (approved by LGA Bayern) – base fluid and all other ingredients used in GR 823 comply with
sections 178.3570 and 178.3620 of the FDA guidelines.
