SLX Professional

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Applications

Castrol SLX Professional 5W-40 is co-engineered in partnership with leading OEMs for high speed, variable valve geometry technology engines Liquid Engineering for increased fuel economy and outstanding engine durability. This product is developed and delivered to you to the highest possible standards of lubricant engineering.

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Features / Benefits

Castrol SLX Professional 5W-40 is especially formulated to improve engine durability and fuel economy.

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Specifications / Performance

API SL/CF ACEA A3/B3/B4 BMW LL98 VW 502 00/505 00 MB 229.3 Porsche

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Storage

All packages should be stored under cover. Where outside storage is unavoidable drums should be laid horizontally to avoid the possible ingress of water and the obliteration of drum markings. Products should not be stored above 60°C, exposed to hot sun or freezing conditions.

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Health, Safety and Environment

Health, safety and environmental information is provided for this product in the Materials Safety Data Sheet. This gives details of potential hazards, precautions and First Aid measures, together with environmental effects and disposal of used products. Castrol (UK) Ltd. or its subsidiaries will not accept liability if the product is used other than in the manner or with the precautions or for the purpose/s specified. Before the product is used other than as directed, advice should be obtained from the local Castrol office.

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Typical Characteristics
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Test Methods

Units

Value:

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SAE 5W-40

Test	Method(s)	Unit	Typical
Density @ 15C, Relative	ASTM D4052	g/ml	0.855
Appearance	Visual		bright and clear
Viscosity, Kinematic 100C	ASTM D445	mm²/s	13.7
Viscosity, CCS -30C (5W)	ASTM D5293,DIN 51377,Supplier	cP	6200
Phosphorus, % wt	ASTM D4951	% wt	0.096
Zinc, % wt	ASTM D4951	% wt	0.107
Calcium, % wt	ASTM D4951	% wt	0.130
Viscosity, Kinematic 40C	ASTM D445	mm²/s	85
Viscosity Index	ASTM D2270	None	175
Flash Point, PMCC	ASTM D93	°C	220
Total Base Number, TBN	ASTM D2896	mg KOH/g	10.3
Pour Point	ASTM D97	°C	-39

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The above figures are typical of those obtained with normal production tolerance and do not constitute a specification.

This Data sheet and information it contains is considered to be accurate at the date of printing. No warranty or representation, expressed or implied, is made as to the accuracy or completeness of the data and information contained in this publication.

It is the User's obligation to evaluate and use products safely and within the scope advised in the data sheet and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. No statement made in this publication shall be construed as a permission, recommendation or authorisation given or implied to practice any patented invention without a valid licence.

The Seller shall not be responsible for any loss or damage resulting from any hazards or risks identified in the data sheet and which are associated with petroleum products concerned (provided that this disclaimer shall not affect any statutory rights of the Buyer of the petroleum products concerned).

Castrol (UK) Ltd Wakefield House Lubricants Helpline: 01793 452222 Pipers Way Orders/Enquiries: 08459 123011 Swindon Wiltshire SN3 1RE

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Date Created: 27/11/2006 13:37:25 Last Modified:19/03/2007