ROCOL® Chainguard 280 High Temperature Chain and Conveyor Lubricant

What is ROCOL® Chainguard 280?

ROCOL® Chainguard 280 is a synthetic ester-based high temperature chain oil made by ROCOL, a division of ITW (Illinois Tool Works). It lubricates drive and transport chains, conveyors and bearings operating from 0°C to +280°C, such as industrial oven, dryer and paint stoving conveyor chains.

Its synthetic ester base and special antioxidant package give high thermal stability, low evaporation (2.6% loss at 200°C) and minimal carbon and varnish deposits. The result is longer re-lubrication intervals, lower oil consumption, less smoke around ovens and longer chain life.

In Vietnam, ROCOL Chainguard 280 is supplied by PROSTECH – an authorized distributor of ROCOL (ITW), with technical support for oil selection, changeover and on-site trials. Pack sizes: 5L (part code 22235) and 20L (part code 22236).

Key Benefits of Chainguard 280

• High temperature performance: operating range 0°C to +280°C; flash point above 300°C.

• Less smoke and fuming: low evaporation (2.6% at 200°C) keeps the area around ovens and hot conveyors cleaner and safer for operators.

• Minimal carbon and varnish deposits: the special antioxidant package (DSC oxidation onset 325°C) gives a longer wet film life and keeps oil-ways clear.

• Longer chain life: excellent anti-wear properties at high temperature reduce chain wear and unplanned downtime for chain cleaning or replacement.

• Deep penetration: penetrates into pins and links – the areas with the highest wear potential.

• Lower oil consumption: low evaporation extends re-lubrication intervals and gives good economy in use.

• Lower power consumption: excellent frictional properties reduce energy use on chain drive units.

• Designed for automatic lubricators: optimum viscosity (225 cSt at 40°C) for small, precise doses; can also be applied by brush or oilcan.

Applications and Industries

Chainguard 280 is used by maintenance teams in plants that run chains and conveyors at high temperature:

• Industrial ovens and dryers: curing, drying and heat-treatment conveyor chains
• Paint and coating lines: paint stoving oven chains for automotive, motorcycle, metal parts and furniture finishing
• Bakery ovens: oven chains (where incidental food contact is possible, use FOODLUBE® XT Chain Fluid)
• Textile finishing: stenter chains
• General industry: other high temperature drive and transport chains and bearings

Electronics – SMT reflow ovens: for reflow oven conveyor chains, contact PROSTECH to check compatibility with your oven’s lubrication system and OEM recommendations, and to arrange a trial on one oven.

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Frequently Asked Questions about ROCOL Chainguard 280

Q: What is ROCOL Chainguard 280 used for?

A: ROCOL Chainguard 280 is a high temperature chain oil for lubricating drive and transport chains, conveyors and bearings that operate from 0°C to +280°C – for example industrial oven and dryer conveyors, paint stoving ovens, bakery oven chains and textile stenter chains.

Q: What is the maximum operating temperature of Chainguard 280?

A: Chainguard 280 is designed for operating temperatures from 0°C up to +280°C. Its flash point (COC, ASTM D93) is above 300°C.

Q: How does Chainguard 280 reduce smoke and carbon deposits on oven chains?

A: Chainguard 280 is based on synthetic esters with a special antioxidant package. Its low evaporation loss (2.6% at 200°C) means less oil vaporizes as smoke, and its high oxidation resistance (DSC onset 325°C) slows down the breakdown of oil into carbon and varnish deposits on the chain.

Q: Can Chainguard 280 be used with automatic chain lubrication systems?

A: Yes. Chainguard 280 has an optimum viscosity (225 cSt at 40°C) for automatic lubricators that apply small, precise amounts to the lubrication point. Use it in accordance with the lubricator manufacturer’s instructions. It can also be applied manually by brush or oilcan.

Q: Can I switch from my current chain oil to Chainguard 280?

A: Chainguard 280 is compatible with most ester-based oils. For best results, clean the chain and lubrication system before switching. PROSTECH engineers can check your current oil and support the changeover plan and trial.

Q: Is Chainguard 280 suitable for SMT reflow oven conveyor chains?

A: Reflow oven conveyors operate within the temperature range of Chainguard 280, but lubrication requirements vary by oven model and OEM recommendation. Contact PROSTECH to check compatibility with your oven and lubrication system and to arrange a trial on one oven before full changeover.

Q: Is Chainguard 280 food grade? What is the difference from FOODLUBE XT Chain Fluid?

A: Chainguard 280 is not NSF H1 registered. Both products are synthetic ester chain oils for 0°C to +280°C, but where incidental food contact is possible, choose ROCOL FOODLUBE XT Chain Fluid, which is NSF H1 registered (148169), ISO 21469 certified, Halal and Kosher certified.

Q: Where can I buy ROCOL Chainguard 280 in Vietnam?

A: PROSTECH is an authorized distributor of ROCOL (ITW) in Vietnam. Chainguard 280 is available in 5L (part code 22235) and 20L (part code 22236) packs. Use the Request Quote or Request Sample button on this page, or contact PROSTECH for the TDS, SDS and technical support.

Q: How should Chainguard 280 be stored and what is its shelf life?

A: Store unopened in the original container at +1°C to +40°C. Shelf life is 3 years from the date of manufacture.