Comparitive Performance Chart
The chart below depicts typical performance expectations between various Tom-Pac Gels & Grease, a standard lithium complex EP grease and a typical aluminum complex food grade grease.
| Product | TP-2557 |
TP-2598 |
TP-2502 |
TP-2955 |
Lithium Complex EP |
Aluminum Complex FG |
| Hi-temp longevity | excellent |
excellent |
very good |
highest |
average |
below average |
| Water wash characteristics | excellent |
excellent |
very good |
average |
average |
good |
| Rust protection | very good |
very good |
excellent |
average |
average |
average |
| Wear protection | very good |
very good |
excellent |
very good |
below average |
below average |
| Melting (drop) point | non-melting |
non-melting |
>300°C |
>300°C |
180°C |
160°C |
| Chemical Resistance | NO |
NO |
NO |
YES |
NO |
NO |
| Food Grade | NO |
YES |
YES |
YES |
NO |
YES |
Thickener Compatibility Chart
| Product | TP-2557 |
TP-2598 |
TP-2502 |
TP-2955 |
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| Bentone | |
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:Compatible | PC | Partially compatible , mixture may soften |
Remarks: Mixing of grease is never recommended and should be avoided if at all possible. The above chart depicts typical compatibility for thickener types and Tom-Pac products.
