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SHELL AUSTRALIA LUBRICANTS PRODUCT DATA GUIDE 2012 MARINE 

MARINE 

SHELL ALEXIA 50 AND LS 

SHELL MERLINA S 30 

SHELL ARGINA T, X 40 AND XL 40 

SHELL GADINIA AL 

SHELL SIRIUS 15W-40 AND X 40 

SHELL STROMBUS MP 

149 

MARINE

SHELL ALEXIA 50 

MARINE 

150 

INDUSTRY MARINE GEAR OILS 

SHELL ALEXIA 50 

CYLINDER LUBRICANT FOR LOW-SPEED CROSSHEAD DIESEL ENGINES 

DESIGNED TO MEET CHALLENGES 

PERFORMANCE FEATURES 

ENGINE RELIABILITY 

n Outstanding acid neutralising properties which help to prolong the 

life of components. 

n Minimal deposits on pistons, piston rings, ring grooves, under 

piston spaces and in cylinder ports. 

n Low cylinder and piston ring wear with typical cylinder wear rates 

below 0.05mm per 1,000 hours due to boundary lubrication 

properties. 

CONTROL MAINTENANCE COSTS 

n Helps keep engines exceptionally clean, minimises maintenance 

requirements and allows the periods between overhauls to be 

extended. 

RE-ASSURANCE 

n Completely stable in storage under all the widely varying 

conditions encountered aboard ship. 

n Proven ability to help keep engines clean and control wear 

and scuffing in the latest engine designs. 

n Compatible with all normal oil seal materials. 

APPLICATION 

n Cylinder lubrication of low speed marine diesel engines which burn 

residual fuel with a sulphur content of between 1.0 to 4.0% weight. 

SHELL AUSTRALIA LUBRICANTS PRODUCT DATA GUIDE 2012 2011 

Shell Alexia 50 is a premium quality cylinder lubricant designed for use in all low speed crosshead 

diesel engines which burn residual fuel with sulphur content between 1.0 to 4.0%. It is particularly 

suitable for the new generation of highly rated, fuel efficient, low speed marine diesel engines operating 

with higher pressures, and higher liner wall temperatures. Shell Alexia 50 is blended from high viscosity 

index base oils and additive technology developed by Shell. 

SPECIFICATIONS, APPROVALS 

AND RECOMMENDATIONS 

RECOMMENDED FOR USE IN 

n Low speed crosshead diesel engines. 

COMPATIBILITY AND MISCIBILITY 

n Please note, that due to its high additive content, it is not 

advisable to mix Shell Alexia 50 with any other cylinder lubricant. 

TYPICAL PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 

CHARACTERISTICS 50 

Kinematic Viscosity 

@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 

These characteristics are typical of current production. While future production will conform to Shell’s specification, variations in these characteristics may occur. 

225 

19.5 

Viscosity Index >95 

Density @ 15°C kg/L 0.932 

Flash Point (PMCC) °C > 205 

Pour Point °C


SHELL ALEXIA LS 

SPECIAL CYLINDER OIL FOR LOW-SPEED DIESEL ENGINES 


Shell Alexia LS is a special 40BN, SAE 50 cylinder lubricant, for improved piston running conditions in 

low speed crosshead diesel engines burning low sulphur fuels. 


REDUCED PISTON DEPOSITS 

n The reduced ash level of Shell Alexia LS helps to avoid excessive 

piston top land deposits, which can sometimes build up when 

70BN oils are used with low sulphur fuel. 

GOOD PISTON RING AND PORT CLEANLINESS 

n Shell Alexia LS contains ‘hidden’ detergency, not reflected in 

the Base Number of the product. This enables it to keep the 

ring belt and scavenge air ports clean in spite of the reduced 

Base Number. 

GREATER FEED RATE FLEXIBILITY 

n The control of deposits and lower ash allows Shell Alexia LS to 

be used over a wider range of feed rates with less danger of 

excessive deposits, than a 70BN cylinder oil. 

APPLICATIONS 

n Cylinders of low speed crosshead diesel engines burning fuels 

with sulphur content below 2%wt, where the designer recommends 

a lower Base Number oil to reduce the risk of ‘sudden severe 

wear’ or scuffing. 



APPROVED FOR USE BY: 

n Wärtsilä (Sulzer). An approval trial with MAN B&W is in 

progress. 

COMPATIBLITIY AND MISCIBILITY: 

n Shell Alexia LS is compatible with all normal oil seal materials. 




@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


211.0 

19.5 

Viscosity Index 100 


Flash Point (PMCC) °C 210 

Pour Point °C –6 

Total Base Number mg KOH/g 40 

Sulphated Ash % wt 5.3 

151 

SHELL ALEXIA LS 

MARINE

SHELL MELINA S 30 

MARINE 

152 


SHELL MELINA S 30 

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL LUBRICANT FOR LOW SPEED MARINE DIESEL ENGINES 



ENGINE OPERATION AND RELIABILITY 

n Shell Melina S 30 effectively neutralises the highly corrosive 

combustion acids which can contaminate the main system when 

cylinder oil drains leak past piston rod glands. 

n Good resistance to corrosion results in protection of metal surfaces 

from corrosion. 

n Good detergency keeps crankcases and under piston spaces 

clean and helps optimise efficiency. 

n Good air release and antifoam properties mean that air is 

released from the oil without foaming. 


n Good oxidation stability combats thermal degradation of the oil 

and helps extend its useful life. 

n Good water shedding properties mean that water can be easily 

removed by centrifuge. 

n Extreme pressure properties make the oil suitable to many gear oil 

applications. 

RE-ASSURANCE 

n Shell Melina S 30 is recommended for use in low speed diesel 

engine. 

APPLICATIONS 

n Low speed marine diesel engine crankcase and piston cooling 

systems. 

n Turbochargers, geared transmissions, oil lubricated stern tubes 

and deck machinery. 

n All ancillary equipment requiring an SAE 30 oil. 


Shell Melina S 30 is a high performance multifunctional low speed diesel engine lubricant based on 

a blend of highly refined high viscosity index mineral oils and a balanced selection of additives. It is 

designed to provide the highest levels of machinery protection in highly rated low speed marine engines, 

but being multi-functional, can also be used in many different items of marine equipment and used to 

rationalise the number of grades of lubricant carried on board ship. 



RECOMMENDED FOR USE IN: 

n Low speed diesel engines. 




@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


104 

11.6 







Load Carrying Capacity (FZG) Fail Stage 11 

Shell Melina S 30 is NOT recommended for trunk-piston engines 

and in these cases Shell Melina 30 should be used.


SHELL ARGINA T 

MEDIUM-SPEED TRUNK-PISTON DIESEL ENGINE OIL 


Shell Argina T is a multi-functional crankcase lubricant for highly rated medium-speed diesel engines 

operating on residual fuel. Shell Argina T is designed for conditions of moderate oil stress. 


ENGINE CLEANLINESS 

n Has built a reputation over many years for very good engine 

cleanliness. 

RAPID NEUTRALISATION OF ACIDIC COMBUSTION 

PRODUCTS 

n Gives long-term protection against corrosion of ferrous and 

non-ferrous metals. 

THERMAL STABILITY AND RESISTANCE TO OXIDATION 

n Provides excellent high temperature deposit control and 

contributes to long oil life. 

SUITABILITY FOR CENTRIFUGAL SEPARATORS 

n High detergency/low dispersancy formulation releases 

contaminants and water readily in centrifugal separators. 

APPLICATIONS 

Medium-speed industrial or marine propulsion and auxiliary engines, 

burning residual fuel oils, which create conditions of moderate oil 

stress. These conditions usually occur: 

n in engine designs more than five years old; 

n where oil consumption is 1g/kWh or more; 

n in newer designs where load factors are predominantly 

85% or less; or 

n where fuels with sulphur

SHELL ARGINA X 40 

MARINE 

154 

INDUSTRY MARINE 

GEAR OILS 

SHELL ARGINA X 40 




Shell Argina X 40 is a multi-functional crankcase lubricant for highly rated medium-speed diesel engines 

operating on residual fuel. Shell Argina X 40 is designed for conditions of high oil stress and has been 

formulated to help improve deposit control. 


ENGINE CLEANLINESS 

n Has built a reputation over many years for very good engine 

cleanliness. The formulation has been formulated to help reduce 

deposits in critical areas (e.g. piston undercrown). 

RAPID NEUTRALISATION OF ACIDIC COMBUSTION 

PRODUCTS 

n Gives long-term protection against corrosion of ferrous and 

non-ferrous metals. 

THERMAL STABILITY AND RESISTANCE TO OXIDATION 

n Provides excellent high temperature deposit control and contributes 

to long oil life. 


n High detergency/low dispersancy formulation releases 


APPLICATIONS 


burning residual fuel oils, which create conditions of high oil stress. 

These conditions usually occur: 

n in newer engine designs, less than 10 years old and/or 

fitted with flame rings; 

n where oil consumption is 0.5 – 1g/kWh; 

n where load factors are >85%; or 

n where fuels with sulphur >3% are in use. 

n Marine engine reduction gears (SAE 40 only) and certain other 

ship-board applications, where specialist lubricants are not 

required. 

n Medium-speed engines burning residual fuel need very specialised 

lubricants. Heavy fuels contaminate the oil with asphaltenes, 

requiring special types of detergency to avoid sludges. The 

combustion of high sulphur fuels produces sulphur acids, which 

cause high wear rates of piston rings and cylinder liners unless 

neutralised by a high basicity reserve in the oil. The oil is in service 

for very long periods, so centrifugal separators are used to remove 

water and combustion contaminants from the oil. 



MEETS THE ENGINE TEST CRITERIA FOR: 

n API CF. 




@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


135 

14 







Load Carrying Capacity (FZG) 

Failure Load Stage 

10


SHELL ARGINA XL 40 



Shell Argina XL 40 is a multi-functional crankcase lubricant for highly rated medium-speed diesel engines 

operating on residual fuel. Shell Argina XL 40 is designed for conditions of very high oil stress and has 

been further optimised to improve deposit control. 


EXCELLENT ENGINE CLEANLINESS 

n Higher detergency than even Shell Argina X, leading to 

exceptionally clean crankcase, valve deck and pistons. The 

formulation has been further optimised to reduce deposits in 

critical areas (e.g. piston undercrown). 

VERY HIGH OXIDATION RESISTANCE 

n Longer oil life and greater resistance to oxidative thickening. 

EXTRA HIGH BASE NUMBER (BN) 

n Longer oil life in engines where life is limited by depletion of Base 

Number. In many cases a satisfactory equilibrium BN level can 

be maintained, in conditions where this would be impossible with 

a 40BN oil. 

VERY GOOD BASE NUMBER RETENTION 

n Resists secondary loss of Base Number due to oxidation. 


n High detergency with low dispersancy formulation releases 


FULL COMPATIBILITY WITH SHELL ARGINA FAMILY 

n Shell Argina XL can be used to top up engines already running 

on any other member of the Shell Argina family, giving immediate 

control of BN without the need for an oil change. 

APPLICATIONS 


burning residual fuel oils, which create conditions of very high oil 

stress. These conditions usually occur: 

n in newer engine designs, with flame rings, especially from 

Wärtsilä; 

n where oil consumption is 90%; or 

n where fuels with sulphur >3% are in use. 

n Medium-speed engines burning residual fuel need very specialised 

lubricants. Heavy fuels contaminate the oil with asphaltenes, requiring 

special types of detergency to avoid sludges. The combustion of 

high sulphur fuels produces sulphur acids, which cause high wear 

rates of piston rings and cylinder liners unless neutralised by a high 

basicity reserve in the oil. The oil is in service for very long periods, 

so centrifugal separators are used to remove water and combustion 

contaminants from the oil. Medium-speed engine oils must be specially 

designed to release these contaminants in the separator. Shell Argina 

XL 40 has been specially designed for very high stress conditions, 

found most often in modern Wärtsilä engines in power plant or ship 

propulsion applications. 




n API CF. 

APPROVED BY: 

n Wärtsilä. 




@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


135 

14 







Load Carrying Capacity (FZG) Fail Load Stage 11 

Note: Due to its high Base Number, this oil has a high ash content. 

To avoid excessive ash deposits, do not use with low sulphur fuels, 

or engines with high oil consumption. 

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SHELL ARGINA XL 40 

MARINE

SHELL GADINIA 

MARINE 

156 


GEAR OILS 

SHELL GADINIA 

LUBRICANTS FOR MEDIUM-SPEED MARINE DIESEL ENGINES RUNNING 

ON DISTILLATE FUELS 



Shell Gadinia are premium quality multi-functional diesel engine lubricants that are specially designed 

for the most severe service main propulsion and auxiliary marine trunk piston engines burning distillate 

fuels with a sulphur content up to 1%. They also perform satisfactorily in smaller high speed engines of 

fishing fleets that operate under arduous conditions and have small sumps. 



n Great tolerance to engine overload or poor combustion due to 

improved piston cleanliness. 

n Reduced deposits in piston ring belt and cylinder liners. 


n Designed to extend diesel engine life through helping to reduce 

the risk of ring sticking and breakage. 

n Formulated for long oil life, especially in high stress engines, 

because of Shell Gadinia’s excellent resistance to oxidation and 

thermal degradation under severe operating conditions. 

n Superior protection against corrosion for all engine components, 

due to Shell Gadinia’s unique formulation giving excellent 

alkalinity retention. 

n Control of liner lacquer assists in the control of oil consumption 

and helps to minimise the cost of operation. 

RE-ASSURANCE 

n Great safety margin to protect highly loaded bearings, in the 

event of water contamination, because of Shell Gadinia’s water 

tolerance and separation in separators. 

n OEM endorsement by leading diesel engine manufacturers 

following extensive field approval trials, means that Shell Gadinia 

is suitable for a range of modern diesel engines. 

APPLICATIONS 

n Highly rated, medium speed, main propulsion and auxiliary trunkpiston 

marine diesel engines. 

n Turbochargers, oil filled stern tubes and variable pitch propellers. 

n Deck machinery and other marine applications requiring SAE 30 

or 40 viscosity oils. 




n API CF. 


n Trunk piston engines. 


CHARACTERISTICS 30 40 


@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


104 

11.8 

139 

14.4 

Flash Point (PMCC) °C 200+ 225+ 

Density @ 15°C kg/L 0.897 0.900 

Pour Point °C –18 –18 

Total Base Number mg KOH/g 12 12 

Sulphated Ash % wt 1.35 1.35



ADVANCED LUBRICANT FOR MEDIUM SPEED TRUNK-PISTON 

ENGINES RUNNING ON DISTILLATE FUEL 


Shell Gadinia AL is a premium quality marine diesel engine oil designed for use in medium-speed trunk 

piston engines, which operate on distillate fuels. Shell Gadinia AL is specially designed to control oil 

consumption in modern engines, where liner lacquering is a potential problem. Being multi-functional 

Shell Gadinia AL can also be used for other shipboard applications such as reduction gears. 



n Excellent piston and crankcase cleanliness, which helps to 

maintain engine efficiency. 

n Load carrying properties required for use in reduction gears. 


n Excellent liner lacquer control that maintains lubricating oil 

consumption at its normal level. 

n A high level of protection against bore polishing – another cause of 

high oil consumption. 

RE-ASSURANCE 

n Protection for engines where cylinder liner lacquering is likely to 

occur. 

APPLICATIONS 

n Highly rated medium speed diesel engines operating under high 

load or overload conditions. 

n General ship application, including gears, where specialist 

lubricants are not required. 




n API CF. 


n Rolls-Royce and Bergen 

n Deutz AG 

n MAN B&W Diesel AG 

n Simplex (Compact Sterntube Seals). 




@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


140 

14.3 

Load Carrying Capacity (FZG) Fail Stage 12 


Flash Point (Closed Cup) °C >200 




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MARINE

SHELL SIRIUS 15W-40 

MARINE 

158 


GEAR OILS 

SHELL SIRIUS 15W-40 

OIL FOR HIGH SPEED MARINE DIESEL ENGINES 



Shell Sirius 15W-40 is a high performance, multi-functional diesel engine lubricant designed for use in 

modern high speed (>1200rpm) diesel engines, burning distillate fuels with a sulphur content of up to 1% wt. 


UNIQUE NEW FORMULATION 

n Shell technologists have developed exclusive formulations for the 

new generation of Shell Sirius designed to deliver a step change 

in performance levels to improve the efficiency and life of your 

machinery. 

GREAT PROTECION AND HIGH TEMPERATURES 

n With increasing power, modern engines have to work harder for 

longer, resulting in increased heat and stress on the engine oil. 

Shell Sirius has been demonstrated to help to provide increased 

resistance to thermal breakdown ensuring continued protection 

throughout the drain interval, even under the most severe conditions. 

LONG OIL LIFE 

n With their exclsusive additive formulations, the new Shell Sirius oils 

can fight the combined effects of combustion acids and increased 

heat for longer than their predecessors. This performance reserve 

ensures the oil continues to protect against wear and corrosion 

right up until the oil drain. 

APPROVED BY LEADING ENGINE MAKERS 

n The new formulation Shell Sirius engine oils meet a wide range of 

engine requirements. 

APPLICATIONS 

n High speed propulsion engines (e.g. coastal vessels, fishing 

trawlers, rescue boats and lifeboats). 

n High speed engined generators. 



APPROVED AGAINST 

n MTU MTL, 5044 Category 1/2 

n Mercedes-Benz 228.3 

n MAN 3275 

n Volvo VDS 2. 

MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS OF 

n API CH-4 

n ACEA E3, E5 

n Caterpillar ECF-1 

n Cummins CES 200-71,-72 76 

n Cummins (B&C Series) CES 200-75 

n GM Allison C–4. 


CHARACTERISTICS 15W–40 

Kinematic Viscosity IP 71, ASTM D445 

@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


105.1 

14.3 

Dynamic Viscosity ASTM D 5293 @ –20°C mPa*s 6600 

Viscosity Index ISO 2909, ASTM D2270 139 

Density @ 15°C kg/L IP 365, ISO12185 886 

Flash Point (PMCC) °C IP 94, ASTM D93 205 

Pour Point °C ISO 3016, ASTM D97 –39 

Total Base Number mg KOH/g ISO 3771, 

ASTM D2896 

10.8 

Sulphated Ash % ASTM D874 1.44


SHELL SIRIUS X 40 

SUPER HIGH PERFORMANCE DIESEL ENGINE OIL 


Shell Sirius X 40 is a top quality lubricant, of the Super High Performance Diesel Engine Oil (SHPDO) 

class. It is designed for the highest output, high-speed diesel engines, burning distillate fuel and is 

formulated to give better engine protection and longer drain intervals than normal diesel engine oils. 

Shell Sirius X 40 is especially suitable for the high power/weight units used in fast vessels and compact 

generator sets. 


OUTSTANDING PISTON CLEANLINESS 

n Free-running piston rings, even under difficult operational 

conditions, assisting reliability. 

EXCEPTIONAL PROTECTION AGAINST BORE 

POLISHING 

n Control of blow-by and oil consumption, preserving engine 

efficiency. SHPDO type oils are preferred by many engine 

manufacturers to guard against bore polishing. 

EXCEPTIONAL ENGINE CLEANLINESS 

n Ability to retain high levels of soot safely in suspension, even with 

extended drain intervals. 

OXIDATION RESISTANCE TWICE THAT OF 

CONVENTIONAL OILS 

n Ability to withstand high temperatures for longer, in severe service 

or with extended drain intervals. 

HIGH RESERVE ALKALINITY 

n A Total Base Number (TBN) of 17 to neutralise acids and provide 

corrosion protection until the next drain interval, 

even with the higher sulphur levels sometimes found in marine 

distillate fuels. 

APPLICATIONS 

n High-speed diesel engines operating on distillate fuels. 

Note: Not suitable for North American automotive type engines, 

for which API CF-4 type oils are required. 



APPROVED FOR USE BY: 

n MTU (TYPE II high performance category) 

n CWEC (Cummins Wärtsilä Engine Company) 

n Wärtsilä (SACM). 

MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS OF: 

n Caterpillar 3600 Series. 

MEETS THE TEST CRITERIA: 

n API CF. 




@ 40°C mm 2 /s 

@ 100°C mm 2 /s 


139 

14 






159 

SHELL SIRIUS X 40 

MARINE


MARINE 

160 



EMULSIFIABLE STERN TUBE OIL 



COST EFFECTIVENESS 

n Shell Strombus MP absorbs high amounts of seawater. There is no 

need to reduce the concentration of seawater emulsified in the oil 

until it reaches levels of over 20%. 

HELPS MINIMISE RISKS OF WATER INGRESS 

n Water is absorbed to form a stable emulsion which continues to 

offer good lubrication and protection against corrosion. The oil 

and its emulsion are sufficiently fluid to circulate around the stern 

tube bearing oil system. 

HIGH LEVEL OF PROTECTION 

n Its unique combination of base oils and carefully selected 

additives, give good emulsibility while offering a high level of 

protection to the metal surfaces, in the presence of water. 

MISCIBILITY 

n Compatible with most commercially available oils used for stern 

tube lubrication. 

APPROVALS 

n Accepted by most leading seal and bearing manufacturers. 

Suitable for Viton or Nitrile seals. 


Shell Strombus MP is designed specifically for oil-filled stern tubes, particularly in the event of leakage. 

It is mainly used for the lubrication of stern tube bearingsand protection of tail shafts in systems 

incorporating lip seal stern tube glands, but also some face seals. 

APPLICATIONS 

The large majority of ships today are fitted with oil lubricated stern 

tubes. The stern tube bearings and the tail shaft are required to 

operate reliably, often in extreme conditions due to vibration, water 

ingress, flexing of the vessel’s structure, movement of the vessel in 

heavy seas and with variations of speed and temperature. 

Shell Strombus MP is specifically designed to be compatible with 

diesel engine oils used for stern tube lubrication. It is also suitable for 

the lubrication of the fin shafts of certain retractable stabilisers. 


CHARACTERISTICS 


@ 40°C mm 2 /s 


273 



Pour Point °C –5

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