HOW TO CHOOSE A FIRE RESISTANCE HYDRAULIC OIL,

what are the advantage of using Mobil Pyrotec HFD 46.

Fire-resistant hydraulic fluids are specially formulated lubricants that are more difficult to ignite and
do not propagate a flame from an ignition source. Fire resistant should not be confused with fire
proof, as fire resistant fluids will still ignite and burn given specific conditions.

There are several types of fire-resistant fluids and they are generally classified as follows:

• Oil and water emulsions

• Water Polymer solutions

• Anhydrous Synthetics

More specifically, the International Standards Organization (ISO) further classifies these fluids as
follows:

• HFAE — oil-in-water emulsions, typically with more than 80% water content

• HFAS — synthetic aqueous fluids, typically with more than 80% water content

• HFB — water-in-oil emulsions, typically with more than 40% water content

• HFC — water polymer solutions, typically with more than 35% water content (also known
as glycol solutions, polyalkylene glycol solutions or water glycols)

• HFDR — synthetic anhydrous fluids composed of phosphate esters

• HFDU — synthetic anhydrous fluids other than phosphate esters. Examples include polyol
esters and polyalkalene glycols

Mobil Pyrotec HFD 46 has the following benefits:

 Inherent resistance to fire hazards
  Long component life due to excellent anti-wear properties

 Long fluid life due to high oxidation resistance

 FM Global Standard 6930 approved

Available fire-resistance hydraulic fluids are:

Mobil Pyrotec HFC 46 [Water Glycol, FM Global Standard 6930, ISO 12922 HFC]

Mobil Pyrotec HFD 46 [Phosphate Esters, FM Global Standard 6930]

Mobil Nyvac FR 200D [Water Glycol, FM Global Standard 6930]

What are the advantages of phosphate esters when compare to the water glycol. In india we have
only pyrotec hfd 46.

Characteristic and advantages of HF-C Water-Glycol Fluids and HF-D(R) Phosphate Ester can be
summarized as follows:

HF-C Water-Glycol Fluids: Fire resistance provided by water content - acts as snuffing agent. A loss of
water content in service is reflected in a rise of viscosity and consequent improper functioning of the
hydraulic equipment.

HF-C Water-Glycol Fluids:

• Excellent fire resistance
• Fluid at low temperatures
• Compatible with seals
• Good lubricity and wear protection
• Cooler systems due to good heat transfer
• Resists bacterial growth

HF-C Water Glycol Precautions:

• Dissolves many paints, enamels and varnishes
• Attacks zinc, cadmium and magnesium
• Higher density may require larger lines
• Cork, paper, leather, asbestos and other fibers may swell in the presence of water

HF-C Water Glycol Maintenance:

• Keep operating temperatures below 49 'C
• Monitor water content
• Use distilled, soft-deionized or boiler condensate water with less than 5 ppm hardness
• Maintain pH at 8 or above

HF-D (Synthetic Fluids): Fire resistance provided by the stability of the compounds. Fluid types
include phosphate esters & halogenated hydrocarbons.

HF-D(R) Phosphate Ester:

• Outstanding lubricity and anti-wear
• Suitable for up to 10,000 psi (690 bar)
• Operating temperatures above 100 'C
• Low Viscosity Index
• Will dissolve in mineral oil
• Not compatible with conventional packing seals and hoses. These should be replaced with Viton or
similar material

HF-D(R) Phosphate Ester Precautions:

• Miscible and compatible with polyol ester and mineral oil fluids - not compatible with water-based
fluids
• Dissolves many paints, enamels and varnishes, attacks metals e.g. Zinc, Cadmium
• Heavier than water
• Reacts with water to form strong acid
• Very fire resistant, but burns giving off intense smoke
• Toxicity is an issue

HF-D(R) Phosphate Ester Maintenance:

• Check for compatibility with paints, enamels, varnishes and metals
• Dilution with other petroleum fluids may compromise fire resistance
• Ensure water contamination is minimized
• Check Acid Number. May need to treat to reduce acid content