Beyond the engine: lubricants for boat auxiliary machinery

In the demanding maritime environment, the reliability of auxiliary machinery is crucial to ensure the safety and efficiency of any vessel. From hydraulic systems to complex compressors, these components require a suitable maintenance to maintain their optimal performance and prolong their useful life. And this inevitably involves the lubrication of their different components. 

In this regard, you have to bear in mind the need for full availability of this equipment, as at sea there is no possibility for alternative supply or external technical assistance. Therefore, the role of lubricants here goes far beyond and must offer an extra protection to increase the reliability of this equipment and facilitate the management of its maintenance. 

At Repsol, we have extensive experience in marine lubricants. In fact, we were co-founding partners of the Lubmarine network over three decades ago. Thanks to this partnership, we can supply boat oils at ports around the world.

Therefore, our offer goes far beyond engine oils for boats, as we understand the importance of every piece of equipment that a vessel uses. Thus, we have a full range of marine lubricants designed to protect and enhance each piece of machinery.

Hydraulic systems

Hydraulic systems are the heart of many operations on board, from managing the vessel to the handling of loads. In order to ensure its flawless operation, Repsol offers hydraulic oils for high-quality machinery, formulated to resist the most demanding conditions and protect against wear and corrosion. That is the case with products such as Maker Telex HVLP or Maker Bio Telex.

Gears

Gears are essential components in the transmission of power of marine machinery. Repsol lubricants for gears are designed to withstand high loads and protect against wear, ensuring a smooth and efficient transmission of energy, with both mineral options Maker Super Tauro and synthetic options Maker Super Tauro Synth.

Stern tubes

Stern tubes are critical elements to prevent the entry of water into the hull. It is the bearing that joins the engine with the propeller, so it needs a good lubrication. One of its distinctive aspects is that it has contact with the water, so pollution can happen both within the bearing and the sea itself. 

In the first case, it is important that it emulsifies the water to not corrode the metal parts of the machinery; in the second, it is recommended to use biodegradable oils to minimize the impact of leakages that may damage the marine environment. Here Lubmarine’s Bioneptan lubricants stand out, which comply with the EAL (Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants) regulation.

Turbines and compressors

Turbines and compressors are used in a variety of on-board applications, from the generation of energy to cooling. Repsol lubricants for turbines and compressors are formulated to resist high temperatures and pressures, ensuring a reliable and efficient operation. In the marine oils catalog, you can find a wide variety of products for turbines and compressors that are adapted to every need.

Cold compressors

Cooling systems are essential for the conservation of food and other products on board. Repsol lubricants for cold compressors are designed to maintain their viscosity and stability at low temperatures, ensuring an optimal performance of the system.

Heat transfer systems

These systems are fundamental to maintain the right temperature in different areas of the vessel. Repsol’s heat transfer fluids offer an excellent thermal stability and resistance to degradation. In this way, they ensure an efficient and prolonged heat transfer.

Marine lubricants greases

Marine lubricant greases are essential to protect a wide variety of components, from bearings to cables and joints. Repsol has extensive knowledge of the different formulations to adjust the greases in every work environment, with the aim of achieving a long-lasting and reliable lubrication under all types of conditions.

Do you have any questions about marine lubricants?

If after reading this article you want to go more in depth, we invite you to look at our full marine lubricants catalog to get detailed information about our products and their applications. If you have any questions or need advice, we remind you that you have at your disposal our Technical Assistance and Development (TAD) team, who will be delighted to help you find the solution you need. You only have to fill in this form and they will get in touch with you.