AeroShell Grease 6
Utilise AeroShell Grease 6 for versatile performance, featuring reliable corrosion and oxidation inhibition, plus water washout resistance across a wide temperature range.
Features and benefits
Versatile general-purpose grease
Engineered for use in a wide range of aviation components, from plain bearings to airframes.
Corrosion & oxidation protection
Inhibited against oxidation and corrosion, enabling long-term protection for metal surfaces.
Stable low-temperature performance
Maintains performance and stability in cold conditions, with an operating range from -40°C to +121°C.
Excellent water resistance
Resists water washout, providing reliable lubrication even in humid or wet environments.
Reliable mechanical stability
Remains consistent under stress and shear, reducing the risk of grease breakdown.
Specifications & approvals
| Country / OEM | Specification |
|---|---|
| United States | MIL-PRF-24139B MIL-G-7711A (Obsolete) |
| French | DCSEA 382/A |
| NATO Code | G-382 |
| Rolls-Royce | OMat455 |
The TDS and MSDS are in English, but you can find these documents for other countries in the Shell EPC area.
Applications
AeroShell Grease 6 is a general-purpose airframe grease for use in antifriction bearings, gearboxes and plain bearings within the temperature range of –40°C to +121°C.
Health, Safety and Environment
Health and Safety
- This product 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 lubricant 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.
Technical Talk
Greases
Get to grips with the basics of aircraft greases by reading this handy article, discussing how greases are created and their best applications for aviation engines.
Typical Physical Characteristics
These characteristics are typical of current production. Whilst future production will conform to Shell's specification, variations in these characteristics may occur.
