Description
HP Elasto 541 – High-Quality Rubber Process Oil for Light-Coloured Rubber Compounds
HP Elasto 541 is a premium-grade rubber process oil developed by HPCL for use in a wide range of rubber compounding and manufacturing applications, especially where light colour, controlled volatility, and good polymer compatibility are required. This oil is engineered to deliver consistent processing performance, improved compound workability, and reliable finished product quality.
HP Elasto 541 is widely used by rubber manufacturers who require a balanced process oil that provides effective plasticization while maintaining compound cleanliness and appearance.
Application Areas
HP Elasto 541 is suitable for use in the manufacture of:
Automobile and non-automobile rubber components
Rubber sheets and profiles
Footwear components
Hoses and moulded rubber goods
Light-coloured and semi-transparent rubber compounds
General rubber products where colour stability is important
Its controlled composition makes it suitable for applications where aromatic oils are not preferred.
Product Description
HP Elasto 541 is a carefully refined rubber process oil designed to provide excellent compatibility with most natural and synthetic rubber polymers. The oil assists in softening rubber compounds, improving filler dispersion, and enhancing processing efficiency during mixing, milling, extrusion, and moulding operations.
Unlike high-aromatic oils, HP Elasto 541 offers better colour characteristics, making it suitable for rubber goods where appearance and surface finish matter. Its stable formulation ensures uniform blending with rubber polymers and compounding ingredients, resulting in consistent compound behavior across batches.
Key Performance Benefits
HP Elasto 541 delivers multiple advantages during rubber processing and in finished products:
Excellent plasticizing efficiency, improving flexibility and compound softness
Good miscibility with a wide range of rubber polymers
Enhanced dispersion of fillers and additives
Improved flow characteristics during extrusion and calendaring
Better surface finish of finished rubber products
Stable processing behavior across varying operating conditions
Helps reduce processing energy and mixing time
Contributes to uniform mechanical properties in finished components
Processing Advantages
In rubber manufacturing operations, HP Elasto 541 supports:
Smooth and consistent mixing in internal mixers and open mills
Reduced compound viscosity for easier handling
Improved extrusion quality with fewer surface defects
Better mould fill and dimensional stability
Lower risk of compound inconsistency or segregation
These benefits help manufacturers achieve higher productivity, reduced rejection rates, and consistent quality output.
Compatibility & Usage
HP Elasto 541 is compatible with most commonly used rubber polymers, including natural rubber and selected synthetic rubbers. It is recommended for formulations where controlled colour, low volatility, and clean processing are desired.
The oil should be used as per standard rubber compounding practices and stored in clean, dry conditions to maintain its quality.
Physico-chemical properties
| PROPERTIES | TYPICAL VALUES |
|---|---|
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 40 °C, Cst | 18-23 |
| Aniline Point, °C Min | 78-88 |
| Flash Point, °C, Coc, Min | 160 |
| Copper Corrosion @ 100°C, 3Hrs, Max | 1 |
| Clay Gelanalysis | – |
| Asphaltenes, % Wt | NIL |
| Polar Compounds, % Wt | 2.3 |
| Aromatics, % Wt | 46.7 |
| Saturates, % Wt | 51 |
Why Choose HP Elasto 541 from HP Lubricants Lube Tradeways?
HP Lubricants Lube Tradeways is a trusted supplier of genuine HPCL industrial lubricants and process oils across North India. We work closely with rubber manufacturers to ensure the right product selection, consistent supply, and technical reliability.
📍 Supply Coverage: North India only
