The Cassida Fluid RF Series by Fuchs is a line of high-performance, food-grade lubricants specifically designed for use in ammonia refrigeration compressors within the food and beverage processing industry. These lubricants are formulated to meet the stringent requirements of food safety and operational efficiency.
Variants: Cassida Fluid RF 46 and RF 68.
Base: Synthetic fluids blended with selected additives.
Applications: Open and semi-open compressors (both screw and reciprocating types) using ammonia (R717), with potential compatibility with other refrigerants like isobutane (R600a) and CO₂ (R744) upon consultation with compressor OEMs.
Food Safety Compliance: NSF H1 registered for incidental food contact; certified under NSF ISO 21469.
High Thermal Stability: Excellent high-temperature and oxidation stability.
Deposit Control: Superior control of deposits and sludge formation, particularly when used with ammonia, allowing for extended oil drain intervals compared to mineral oils.
Low Temperature Performance: Good low-temperature characteristics down to -40°C.
Neutral Odor and Taste: Ensures no contamination risk in food processing environments.
22L Pail: Suitable for smaller operations or top-ups.
205L Drum: Ideal for medium to large-scale operations.
1000L IBC: Designed for high-volume users requiring bulk supply.
