Product Description
Mobil DTE 790 Series lubricants are premium performance turbine oils that are
engineered to meet the requirements of the most severe steam turbine designs
and operation, with maximum oil charge life. Mobil DTE 790 Series oils are
based on proprietary, very high quality, hydrotreated base stocks and selected
additives which provide outstanding resistance to oxidation and chemical
degradation over time, which is exemplified by exceptional color stability, a
key factor in assessing oil stability in some regions of the world. Mobil DTE
790 lubricants also exhibit excellent water separability, resistance to
emulsion formation and anti-foaming characteristics which provides efficient
operation, and good air release properties which is critical for hydraulic
control mechanisms.
The exceptional oxidation stability
performance of Mobil DTE 790 oils has resulted in outstanding performance in
even the most severe, and largest capacity steam turbine applications. These
products have an outstanding reputation for equipment reliability and avoiding
unscheduled downtime. This reputation is exemplified by the very high percent
of nuclear turbine operators who choose Mobil DTE 790 lubricants. Their
performance in service is also recognized to provide very long charge life, in
excess of conventional turbine oils, and high resistance to deposit formation
and filter plugging. While primarily engineered for steam turbine service,
Mobil DTE 790 Series oils also find application in non-geared gas turbine
service.
The performance features of Mobil DTE 790 Series
oils translate into excellent equipment protection, reliable operation, with
reduced downtime and extended oil charge life. Mobil DTE 790 Series oils, in
the appropriate grade, meet or exceed the requirements of major steam and gas
turbine builders.
Features and Benefits
The Mobil DTE family of products is well known and highly regarded worldwide
based on their outstanding performance and the RandD expertise and the global
technical support which stand behind the brand. The exceptional performance of
one series of oils which make up this family, Mobil DTE 790 Series, has made
it the choice of steam turbine operators around the world for many decades.
Close contacts with steam turbine designers worldwide is the key factor in our
understanding of the challenges for the lubricant in the most advanced
designs. Our research scientists use this information, along with proprietary
tests, to simulate the severity of the latest generation turbine designs in
advancing Mobil DTE 790 formulation technology.
For Mobil DTE
790 Series oils this work has resulted in a formulation based on a special
hydrotreated basestock, along with specially chosen additives to provide
exceptional oxidation stability and deposit control which results in superb
equipment protection, highly reliable operation and long oil charge life. A
review of the features, advantages and potential benefits of the product are
shown below:
Features
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Advantages and Potential Benefits
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Superb oxidation, chemical and color stability
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Extended oil charge life and reduced oil changeout costs
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Reduced filter plugging and equipment fouling for reduced downtime and
maintenance costs
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High level of turbine system reliability and reduced unanticipated downtime
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Excellent water seperability and foam control
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Improved operating efficiency and reduced operating expenses
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Very good air release properties
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Avoids erratic operation and pump cavitation, reducing pump replacement
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Applications
Mobil DTE 790 Series lubricants are premium performance turbine oils
engineered to meet the requirements of: circulation systems of
direct-connected steam turbine and gas turbines; ring-oiled bearings of geared
and direct-connected turbines; hydraulic control systems of turbines. Specific
applications include:
- Electric power generation by utilities, including nuclear plants.
- Electric power generation by industrial users, such as paper mills
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Specifications and Approvals

Mobil DTE 790 Series meets or exceeds the following industry specifications
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797
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798
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| Alstom Power Sweden MAT 812101 | X | |
| Alstom Power Sweden MAT 812102 | | X |
| GEC Alsthom NBA P 50001 | X | X |
| GE GEK 28143-A | X | X |
| GE GEK 46506-D | X | |
| GE GEK 27070 | X | |
| DIN 51515-1 | L-TD 32 | L-TD 46 |

Mobil DTE 790 Series has the following builder approvals:
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797
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798
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| Alstom Power HTGD 90 117, non-geared | X | X |
| Siemens TLV 9013 04, non-geared | X | X |
Typical Properties

Mobil DTE 790 Series
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797
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798
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| ISO Viscosity Grade | 32 | 46 |
| Viscosity, ASTM D 445 | | |
| cSt @ 40º C | 30.1 | 44.3 |
| cSt @ 100º C | 5.4 | 6.8 |
| Viscosity Index, ASTM D 2270 | 110 | 106 |
| Pour Point, ºC, ASTM D 97 | -30 | -30 |
| Flash Point, ºC, ASTM D 92 | 221 | 232 |
| Density @15º C, ASTM D 1298, kg/l | 0.85 | 0.86 |
| TOST, ASTM D 943, Hours to 2 NN | 6500 | 5500 |
| Rust Prevention, ASTM D 665: | | |
| Distilled Water | Pass | Pass |
| Sea Water | Pass | Pass |
| Water Seperability, ASTM D 1401,Min. to 3 ml emulsion @ 54º C | 15 | 20 |
| Copper Strip Corrosion, ASTM D 130,3 hrs @ 100º C | 1A | 1A |
| Foam Test, ASTM D 892, Seq I Tendency / Stability, ml/ml | 20/0 | 20/0 |
| Air Release, ASTM D 3427, 50º C, min. | 2 | 3 |
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Health and Safety
Based on available information, this product is not expected to produce
adverse effects on health when used for the intended application and the
recommendations provided in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) are
followed. MSDS's are available upon request through your sales contract
office, or via the Internet. This product should not be used for purposes
other than its intended use. If disposing of used product, take care to
protect the environment.
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