Klüber Lubrication Launches High-Performance BARRIERTA® L 55/2 for Demanding High-Temperature Applications
KLUBER BARRIERTA L 55/2 High-temperature long-term greases
Klüber Lubrication, a global leader in specialty lubricants, has expanded its renowned BARRIERTA® line with the high-performance BARRIERTA® L 55/2, tailored for long-term, high-temperature applications across various critical industries.
Formulated with perfluorinated polyether oil (PFPE) and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), BARRIERTA L 55/2 is engineered to deliver exceptional performance in rolling and plain bearings, slideways, and other tribological points subjected to continuous heat exposure up to 260°C. The grease exhibits a low evaporation rate, ensuring extended relubrication intervals and reducing maintenance costs.
One of the key advantages of BARRIERTA L 55/2 lies in its compatibility with most elastomers and plastics, including FKM materials, making it ideal for sensitive environments such as textile machinery, electric motors, dryers, fans, baking machines, and even vacuum pumps. Furthermore, the product is resistant to aggressive media, including acids, alkaline solutions, and solvents (excluding fluorinated hydrocarbons and strong bases).
The product meets stringent industry requirements and is NSF H1 registered (No. 129400), confirming its suitability for incidental food contact applications within the food processing industry.
Key Features of BARRIERTA® L 55/2:
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Excellent thermal stability up to 260°C
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Long-term lubrication with low evaporation rate
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High resistance to chemicals and aggressive media
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Compatible with a wide range of elastomers and plastics
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NSF H1 registered for use in food-grade environments
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NLGI Grade 2 with high load-carrying capacity (>8000 N in four-ball test)
Klüber recommends cleaning friction points with Klüberalfa XZ 3-1 before the initial application and using sealed bearings to maximize service life. With its optimized formulation, BARRIERTA L 55/2 offers an exceptional solution for industries demanding reliability, performance, and safety under extreme conditions.
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