Shell launches special oil for Rotax engines Dave Calderwood Apr 6, 2015 Shell Aviation has introduced AeroShell Sport Plus 4, the second generation of its piston engine oil, specifically designed for light sport and very light/ultralight aircraft four-stroke engines. Shell collaborated with engine manufacturer BRP-Rotax when designing the new product. It is the result of three years of development and testing in both companies’ research and development facilities. The new AeroShell Sport Plus 4 offers: The first aviation oil in the market to be BRP-Rotax tested Check Also Enhanced anti-wear protection compared to the previous generation – helping to ensure engines reach time between overhaul (TBO) Enhanced protection and lubricity for the smooth movement of clutch and gearbox components. Most current four-stroke engines come with integrated gearbox and overload clutch systems. The same oil Continental announces 310hp is in contact with all the moving parts, so it must be capable of coping with the engine, overload clutch and turbodiesel V6 Continental Motors is expanding its gearbox simultaneously. Shell Aviation says the new AeroShell Oil Sport Plus 4 is resistant to the immense range of turbodiesel engines for with a new V6 ... shear forces that occur in areas of high-pressure contact such asaircraft high-speed gearboxes, valve trains, bearings, pistons and liners – where the blend of base oil and additives is most crucial. AeroShell Sport Plus 4: At a Glance Multi-grade oil designed to be used in any climate, anywhere in the world Same formulation all over the world, not to be changed without consultation with the main OEMs (including BRP-Rotax) Specially selected base oils incorporating synthetic technology to help prevent sludge problems when operating with leaded fuels. This also provides shear stability Can be used with both unleaded aviation and road fuels and Avgas 100LL. Please refer to the Operators Handbook/Manual for the correct oil drain interval when operating on different fuels Additive technology, developed to meet the Rotax Norm RON 424 requirements of integrated gearbox and overload clutches (as used in ROTAX® 912 & 914 Series) Anti–corrosion and anti-wear additive package. These additives work as a protective barrier to help prevent critical parts from being slowly degraded by corrosion or wear. This protection is crucial for critical internal parts, reducing the likelihood of premature damage Powerful anti-oxidation action to help protect and clean engine parts Anti-foaming additives designed to help maximise lubrication effectiveness. This is extremely important for those engines which operate with an integrated gearbox Special additives help to neutralize acid build-up. 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Shell Aviation has collaborated with major engine manufacturer, BRPiRotax, in designing the new product, which is the result of three years of development and testing in both companies’ Research and Development facilities. The new AeroShell Sport Plus 4 offers the following core benefits: It is the first aviation oil in the market that is BRPRotax tested and is Rotax Norm RON 424 approved. Provides enhanced antiwear protection compared to the previous generation – helping to ensure engines reach time between overhaul (TBO). Provides enhanced protection and lubricity for the smooth movement of clutch and gearbox components. “ Throughout the past 100 years, we have made it a priority to understand our customers’ needs so we can provide the best products for their businesses,” said Stéphane Cicolella, global general manager Shell Aviation Lubricants. “We are delighted to introduce the new AeroShell Oil Sport Plus 4 and excited about our continued cooperation with BRPRotax. Through this collaboration, we are better able to test the product in a number of different conditions and leverage both companies’ expertise for the benefit of our customers.” ost current fourstroke engines come with integrated gearbox and overload M clutch systems. The same oil is in contact with all the moving parts, so it must be capable of coping with the engine, overload clutch and gearbox simultaneously. The new AeroShell Oil Sport Plus 4 is ideal as it is extremely resistant to the immense shear forces that occur in areas of highpressure contact such as high speed gearboxes, valve trains, bearings, pistons and liners. This is where the blend of base oil and additives is most crucial. The new AeroShell Sport Plus 4 incorporates a blend of synthetic technology and high performance additives to help provide long lasting protection. Thomas Uhr, general manager BRPPowertrain said, “The collaboration of BRP Rotax with Shell goes back to 2004. Our decision to work with the AeroShell team on the development of the new formulation for AeroShell Sport Plus 4 was based on the benefits the new formulation would provide to our customers. This joint development is supported by 40 years of Rotax aircraft engines, 25 years and more than 50.000 engines produced within the Rotax 912/914 engines with more than 45 million hours of flight. We are convinced of the performance of the new AeroShell Sport Plus 4 and that is We are convinced of the performance of the new AeroShell Sport Plus 4 and that is why we will recommend this product exclusively in our revised Service Information which will be released soon. BRP Rotax will continue using AeroShell aviation lubricants and is excited about this new phase of technical collaboration." The product is now available. For further product information and availability please contact an authorized AeroShell distributor. All authorized AeroShell distributors are listed on http://www.AeroShell.com. New AeroShell Sport Plus 4 At a Glance Multigrade oil designed to be used in any climate, anywhere in the world. Same formulation all over the world, not to be changed without consultation with the main OEMs (including BRPRotax). Specially selected base oils incorporating synthetic technology to help prevent sludge problems ABOUT US ADVERTISINGwhen operating with leaded fuels. This also CONTACT DIGITAL SHOP provides excellent shear stability. About Skies 2015 Media Kit Editorial Canada Additive technology, developed to meet the Rotax Norm RON 424 Contact Us Advertising Inquiries gearbox and overload clutches (as used in General International requirements of integrated Terms Of Use News Releases ROTAX 912 & 914 Series). The MHM Team Subscription Anti–corrosion and antiwear additive package. These additives work as a Website Support protective barrier to help prevent critical parts from being slowly degraded by corrosion or wear. This protection is crucial for critical internal parts, reducing the likelihood of premature damage. Powerful antioxidation action to help protect and clean engine parts. Antifoaming additives designed to help maximize lubrication effectiveness. This is extremely important for those engines which operate with an integrated gearbox. Special additives help to neutralize acid buildup. The base fluid mixture is a combination of synthetic and high quality mineral oil chosen to give optimum performance when running on any approved fuel (i.e. unleaded mogas/avgas and lead containing aviation fuels). Optimum performance means excellent wear protection and cleanliness of the engine. Meets or Exceeds Highest International Specifications Fully Approved – All ROTAX 912 &914 Series engines: Rotax Service Instruction SI912016/SI 912i001/SI914019 “Selection of suitable operating fluids for ROTAX® engine type 912 & 914 (Series)” will be released soon RON 424 OEM specification (new Rotax Norm) JASO MA Add a comment... Comment using... Facebook social plugin WEBSITES skiesmag.com verticalmag.com ©All Rights Rese
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