Estolide base oils.....

[Greasymechtech]

http://biosynthetic.com/passenger-car-motor-oil

Interesting product. Wonder if there are any motor oils blended with it?

 

[OneEyeJack]

Here's an article you might be interested in.

If you want to use a biobased oil right now you can try this. In this case their products are everything they claim them to be.

 

[Solarent]

Originally Posted By: Greasymechtech
http://biosynthetic.com/passenger-car-motor-oil

Interesting product. Wonder if there are any motor oils blended with it?




None that are commercially available. They are still working on their production plant, although they can produce limited quantities for formulators to start working with. The Chemical Engineer in charge of the product has produced an engine oil formula with the Estolides, PAO and an Infineum add-pack which meets API SN.
The results they are seeing are pretty impressive, as they are bridging the gap between traditional esters and bio-synthetic bases. It's showing better cleanliness, better fuel economy and higher biodegradability than other base oil options.