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Quinplex – Imparting Five Characteristics to LE’s Lubricants

Quinplex® is a unique polymer developed by (LE) for its lubricants, particularly food-grade greases. It provides five key benefits: tackiness, water resistance, cohesion, mechanical stability, and corrosion resistance. Originally researched in Europe, Quinplex’s precise molecular properties caught LE’s interest, leading to its adoption in LE.

How Quinplex Works

Quinplex® is a unique thick liquid with a high molecular weight, selected by (LE) for its consistent physical properties due to its narrow-range molecular weight distribution.

Incorporated into lubricants through advanced manufacturing techniques, Quinplex enhances the bond between the base oil and thickener in grease formulations. This improves the mechanical stability of the grease, allowing it to maintain its desired consistency over extended use.

Quinplex works in harmony with other chemical components in lubricants, increasing the viscosity index of oils and greases. This ensures stability across temperature fluctuations. Its tackiness allows lubricants to adhere better to metal surfaces, offering superior water resistance. As a result, lubricants containing Quinplex can bear heavier loads compared to those with similar viscosity that do not include this additive, making them suitable for diverse industrial applications both in the Philippines and globally.

Proprietary

Quinplex additive technology, utilized exclusively in LE lubricants, enables customers around the globe to protect their equipment effectively. This innovative technology leads to extended lubricant intervals, reduced part replacements, and minimized downtime, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency in various industries.

Pure

Quinplex is also a pure additive, making it suitable for use in NSF H1 certified lubricants that comply with incidental food contact standards.

Water Resistance

When integrated into LE lubricants, Quinplex creates a water-resistant barrier that minimizes water spray-off, resulting in fewer equipment failures due to insufficient lubrication. This enhancement also leads to longer regreasing intervals and reduced lubricant consumption.

Tackiness

Quinplex enables lubricants to adhere firmly to metal surfaces, preventing them from slinging off or being displaced during operation. This tackiness, along with water resistance, contributes to fewer equipment failures, longer relubrication intervals, and decreased lubricant consumption.

Cohesion

In grease formulations, Quinplex improves the interaction between the oil and the thickener, ensuring the formulation maintains stability over time. This allows Quinplex to work in harmony with other additives present in the lubricant.

Mechanical Stability

When added to grease, Quinplex enhances overall mechanical stability, enabling the grease to perform effectively throughout its lifespan without any decline in performance.

Corrosion Resistance

Quinplex creates a robust barrier against corrosion. Laboratory tests conducted by LE on pure Quinplex demonstrate its effectiveness in resisting strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

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