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Melina S 30 TDS

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Technical Data Sheet

Shell Melina S 30
Multifunctional Lubricant for low speed marine diesel engines

Shell Melina S is a high performance multifunctional low speed diesel engine lubricant designed to provide the
highest levels of machinery protection in highly rated low speed marine engines. It is a multifunctional lubricant
and can help to rationalise the number of lubricant grades on board. Please note that Shell Melina S is NOT
recommended for trunk-piston engines.

Performance, Features & Benefits Extreme pressure properties make the oil suitable many

· Improved engine operation and reliability gear oil applications

Shell Melina S effectively neutralises the highly corrosive · Re-assurance

combustion acids which can contaminate the main system Shell Melina S Oil is approved by all major low speed diesel
when cylinder oil drains leak past piston rod glands. engine manufacturers

Good resistance to corrosion results in protection of metal


Main Applications
surfaces from corrosion

Good detergency keeps crankcases and under piston


· Low speed marine diesel engine crankcase and piston
cooling systems
spaces clean and optimise efficiency

Good air release & antifoam properties mean that air is


· Turbochargers, geared transmissions, oil lubricated stern
tubes & deck machinery

·
released from the oil without foaming

Lower Maintenance Costs


· All ancillary equipment requiring an SAE 30 oil

Specifications, Approvals & Recommendations


Good Oxidation stability combats thermal degradation of
the oil and extends its useful life For a full listing of equipment approvals and
recommendations, please consult your local Shell Technical
Good water shedding properties mean that water can be
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easily removed by centrifuge

Typical Physical Characteristics

Properties Method Shell Melina S 30


SAE Viscosity Grade 30

Kinematic Viscosity @400C mm2/s ASTM D445 104

Kinematic Viscosity @100 C 0


mm /s 2 ASTM D445 11.6

Viscosity Index ASTM D2270 102

Density @15 C 0
kg/l ASTM D4052 0.888

Flash Point (CC) 0


C ASTM D93 227

Load Carrying Capacity FZG Fail Stage FZG A/8.3/90 11

Pour Point 0
C ASTM D97 -18

TBN-E mg/KOH/g ASTM D2896 5

Sulphated Ash % wt ASTM D874 0.62

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

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Health, Safety & Environment

· Health and Safety

Shell Melina S 30 is unlikely to present any significant health or safety hazard when properly used in the recommended
application and good standards of personal hygiene are maintained.

Avoid contact with skin. Use impervious gloves with used oil. After skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water.

Guidance on Health and Safety is available on the appropriate Safety Data Sheet, which can be obtained from
https://www.epc.shell.com

· Protect the Environment


Take used oil to an authorised collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.

Additional Information

· Advice
Advice on applications not covered here may be obtained from your Shell representative.

· Condition Monitoring

Shell RLA and Shell RLA OPICA engine condition monitoring services are ideal for users of Shell Melina S. Use of these
services enable the ship operator to monitor the condition of the oil and equipment, and enable remedial action to be taken
when necessary. This helps to avoid breakdowns, costly downtime and all the associated inconvenience. To fully benefit
from this service, samples should be taken at regular intervals of approximately 750 hours.

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