HYDRAULAN ®Brake fluids from BASF .2 hydraulan ® Three layers of safety assurance. This way. Three layers of safety assurance Welcome to the premium class. tank cars or drums. lAYER 1 Use in motor vehicles BASF’s Hydraulan® brake fluid is officially approved for use in a number of popular cars. BASF’s expert team of experienced chemists and technicians works to continuously improve the performance of Hydraulan®.hydraulan ® Three layers of safety assurance. we are able to satisfy the most stringent safety requirements as well as the needs of our customers. lAYER 2 Research and development In close partnership with the automotive industry. Every consignment gets a quality inspection certificate and is delivered entirely in accordance with our customers’ wishes – in tank trucks. and BASF is an original equipment supplier to many motor vehicle manufacturers. including ISO and SAE. lAYER 3 Production and logistics We work with a state of the art quality management system and check every step of the process: from the raw material stage through to production and distribution via our worldwide supply network. BASF is active in numerous standardization bodies. Our brake fluids have been fleet tested under extreme conditions and exceed the requirements of international standards. 3 . 4 hydraulan ® Use in motor vehicles . Excellent low-temperature stability . The movement of the piston causes the brake pads to be forced against the brake discs in order to decelerate the vehicle. brake fluids from BASF stand for safety and top-class performance for the highest operating requirements. As a result of numerous fleet tests in conjunction with the automotive industry. In this way. is transmitted hydraulically by the brake fluid to the piston in the brake cylinder. What happens when the brakes are applied? The force generated. brake fluids – also known as synthetic hydraulic fluids – play a key role in vehicle safety and must therefore satisfy high operating requirements. Outstanding corrosion protection > Friction and abrasion 4. when the brake pedal is actuated. Low viscosity at icy temperatures > Corrosion 3. Optimum thermal stability 7. Compatibility with a wide range of elastomers of brake fluid > Unstable brake fluid 6. BASF brake fluids have been tested in countless practical trials in close cooperation with automotive manufacturers and suppliers to ensure optimum performance and compatibility with all of the components in the braking system. Excellent lubrication > Defective seal resulting in loss 5. High boiling point > Delayed brake response 2. Hydraulan® provides maximum safety! Potential Dangers HYDRAULAN® Due to a poor brake fluid Has the safety features you need > Brake failure 1.hydraulan ® Use in motor vehicles 5 Use in motor vehicles Hydraulan® – the brake fluid with built-in safety features TRIPLE ASSURANCE OF SAFETY Hydraulan® brake fluids provide maximum safety. Brake fluids with high viscosity at low temperatures build up the braking pressure more slowly and delay the braking response. When the brakes are applied. which. If the boiling point of the brake fluid is exceeded (the heat of friction caused by braking can heat the wheel brake cylinders and brake fluid to temperatures above 150°C). are compressible. Low viscosity at icy temperatures Braking takes place in fractions of a second. Because of its high boiling point and chemical properties. the bubbles are compressed without the power on the pedal being transmitted to the wheel brake cylinders. the brake fluid in a vehicle absorbs 1% to 1. Hydraulan® brake fluids have an extremely low viscosity. 2 High boiling point The water absorption of the braking system out of the environment can never be totally prevented. particularly at icy temperatures.1 280 260 240 220 Boiling point [ °C ] 200 180 160 CRITICAL RANGE 140 120 0 1 Brake fluid in service in years Curve valid for 1. Hydraulan® prevents the formation of bubbles and potential failure of the braking system.5% water per annum. 2 3 . and thereby optimize the responsiveness of the brakes. unlike liquids. The hydraulic pressure generated through actuation of the brake pedal must be transmitted to the wheel brakes instantly.6 hydraulan ® Use in motor vehicles Seven features for best safety Safety feature no. Typical boiling point curve in relation to service years DOT 3 DOT 4 DOT 5. 1 Safety feature no.5% water absorption per annum. vapor bubbles form. On average. As a result of the increasing water content in the brake fluid the boiling point drops. This type of brake failure is known as vapor lock. cast iron. 5 Safety feature no. 3 Safety feature no. Excellent lubrication In order to prevent friction and abrasion. Safety feature no. so they form a reliable seal and prevent loss of brake fluid. Optimum thermal stability Under extreme operating conditions brake fluids reach temperatures of more than 150°C. which reliably protect various metals in the braking system (e. BASF brake fluids contain ingredients with lubricating properties.hydraulan ® Use in motor vehicles 7 Safety feature no. aluminum. steel. Also pay attention to the advice of your vehicle manufacturer. 7 Excellent low-temperature stability At extremely low temperatures of between –40°C and –50°C there is the risk of the system becoming locked as a result of precipitates. . 6 Compatibility with a wide range of elastomers Elastomeric cups are used to seal the brake cylinders against loss of fluid in the gap between the piston and cylinder. 4 Outstanding corrosion protection Hydraulan® contains highly effective additives. brass and copper) against oxidation and corrosion. Hydraulan® provides the necessary slight swelling of the elastomeric cups. Safety feature no.g. The use of high-quality glycol ether components and special inhibitors in Hydraulan® products ensures maximum optimization of their thermal stability. All Hydraulan® products offer outstanding lowtemperature stability in order to prevent brake failure. Regular test simulations under extreme conditions prove Hydraulan’s® excellent lubricating performance. Practical tip: Change your brake fluid regularly every two years. Despite this high thermal load the brake fluid must remain chemically and thermally stable. Volvo Car Group) Qoros BYD SGM Mahindra & Mahindra Hydraulan® 407-1 Mercedes-Benz passenger cars Ford BASF – leading supplier to European motor vehicle manufacturers: Hydraulan® brake fluids from BASF are officially approved by leading automobile manufacturers Intensive testing in vehicle manufacturers’ fleet tests ensures Hydraulan® has optimized functional capability . VW) Ford PSA-Group Geely Group (Geely Group. But BASF also works with the professional industry associations that set these standards. BASF has been a competent and reliable partner of the automotive industry and develops products designed to meet the highest quality standards. the automotive industry sets very high standards for the hydraulic fluids. Vauxhall) Volkswagen Group (Audi. Skoda. At a glance Hydraulan® brake fluids exceeding the DOT 4 standard are officially approved by the following automobile manufacturers: Product Automobile manufacturers (OEM) Hydraulan® 400 NV-1 Ford MAN Toyota Volkswagen Group until MY 2005 (Audi. VW) Hydraulan® 404 BMW / MINI GM Europe (Opel. Lamborghini. Skoda. Seat. Saab. Bugatti. Seat.8 hydraulan ® Use in motor vehicles Products and approvals Hydraulan® – highest quality standards for groundbreaking performance and reliability To ensure trouble-free functioning of the braking system when a vehicle is in constant use. hydraulan ® Use in motor vehicles 9 hydraulan® 404 Excellence of innovation In the field of brake fluids BASF has developed a groundbreaking innovation! Hydraulan® 404 is a tailor-made brake fluid for vehicles with electronic stability control systems (ESP® and DSC). –20°C is about 30% faster than with conventional DOT 4 brake fluids. so the high safety potential of ESP® or DSC can be used to the full in winter road conditions. a wet boiling point of at least 175°C and a viscosity at –40°C of no more than 700mm2/s. At low temperatures this brake fluid has an extremely low viscosity. This enables pressure to build up more quickly and the wheel brakes to respond more quickly. Class 6 specifications and impresses with a boiling point of at least 265°C. . Hydraulan® 404 exceeds the new ISO 4925. Thus the pressure buildup at ESP® = registered trademark of Daimler AG VW Group Award 2008 BASF received the VW Group Award in recognition of the innovative performance of its Hydraulan® 404 brake fluid. low temperatures of approx. 10 hydraulan ® Research and development . In addition. being a member of numerous standardization bodies such as ISO and SAE enables us to contribute to shaping new developments in test standards and thereby always be able to act according to the latest trends. Thus we are able to satisfy the highest safety requirements and our customers’ wishes in a flexible way. Thus. BASF has been setting the market standard. ESP® = registered trademark of Daimler AG Did you know? All OEM / ISO laboratory tests can be carried out at BASF. BASF was the first company to develop lowviscosity DOT 4 brake fluids for modern braking systems with electronic control systems such as ESP®/DSC. ABS and ASC. An expert team of chemists and technicians is constantly optimizing and increasing the performance of the products. BASF can look back on more than 50 years of experience and close collaboration with leading motor vehicle manufacturers. which are ultimately responsible for safety in the vehicle. right up to the present time. With the know-how of our chemists and technicians we have been setting the market standard for brake fluids for more than 50 years.hydraulan ® Research and development Research and development Hydraulan® – leading-edge technology TRIPLE ASSURANCE OF SAFETY Hydraulan® is constantly being redeveloped and further developed. As “The Chemical Company” BASF is a pioneer in the research and development of new technologies. With regard to Hydraulan® products. 11 . 12 hydraulan ® Production and logistics . so avoid contact with painted and varnished surfaces All Hydraulan® products are miscible with water and are biodegradable 13 . BASF supplies brake fluids to the automotive industry (first fill.hydraulan ® Production and logistics Production and logistics Hydraulan® – top quality from the raw material through to the customer TRIPLE ASSURANCE OF SAFETY All Hydraulan® products are subject to a consistently high quality standard. In production we rely on a modern process control system that is able to ensure transparency in the checking of all production parameters. From the raw material right through to the ready-to-use brake fluid we exercise the highest degree of care and check compliance with the defined product specifications at each stage of production. parts). BASF has implemented a quality management system certified to ISO/TS 16949. Special attention should be paid to the following points: Avoid contact with skin Keep brake fluid away from children Brake fluids strip paints and varnishes. BASF’s environmental management system has been certified according to ISO 14001. which is backed up by a state-of-the art process control system and a certified quality management system. With a worldwide distribution network we are able to supply Hydraulan® products to all continents. Handling There is a safety data sheet for each Hydraulan® product. In this way we make sure that all our products are of a consistently high quality. Our activities in the field of health. tank cars or in containers holding between ¼ liter and 200 liters. as to the retail market. We reach our customers through a worldwide distribution network and supply them reliably in all continents. safety and environmental protection include safety training and instruction in the handling of chemicals. Customers can choose to receive deliveries in tank trucks. We place top priority on protecting the health of our employees. We are therefore committed to ensuring safe working conditions. Time-intensive and cost-intensive test procedures take into account the most extreme conditions that a vehicle can be subjected to. test. exceeding the requirements of international standards Team of experts – constant redevelopment and further development Certified process and quality management systems for troublefree production and logistics Official ve hicle manufac turer’s approval issued. test For triple assurance of safety The highest safety standards can only be assured through careful testing.14 hydraulan ® Test. This is how we provide a triple assurance of safety for Hydraulan® and ensure that our customers get a premium product that is officially approved by the vehicle manufacturer. test. Example of an approval process Sequence (time in months) 1-2 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-14 15-16 17-18 19-20 21-22 23-24 Laboratory tests by BASF and vehicle manufacturer Start of the approval process First road test under winter conditions 2nd road test under winter conditions Evaluation completed “Großglockner-Test“ under extreme conditions Brake component suppliers’ compatibility test Triple assurance Tried and tested under extreme conditions. That is why BASF develops brake fluids in close cooperation with the original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the automotive industry. test Test. . 500 JIS K 2233 – Class 4 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1.800 ISO 4925 – Class 4 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1.800 FMVSS 116 – DOT 4 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1..800 FMVSS 116 – DOT 4 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1.400 SAE J 1704 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1.500 ≥ 270 ≥ 180 ≤ 1.500 ≥ 265 ≥ 175 ≤ 700 ISO 4925 – Class 6 ≥ 250 ≥ 165 ≤ 750 JIS K 2233 – Class 6 ≥ 250 ≥ 165 ≤ 750 Hydraulan® 404 FMVSS: ISO: Viscosity at – 40°C [mm2/s] ≥ 145 Hydraulan® 407 – 1 SAE: Wet ERBP [°C] ≥ 250 Hydraulan® 400 NV – 1 Dry ERBP [°C] 900 – 1. International Organization for Standardization > The ISO coordinates the issuing of standards throughout the world with the aim of creating international standards. JIS: Japanese Industrial Standard > The JIS sets the Japanese industrial standard.800 ISO 4925 – Class 4 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1.500 ≥ 265 ≥ 170 SAE J 1704 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1.S.500 JIS K 2233 – Class 3 ≥ 205 ≥ 140 ≤ 1.500 JIS K 2233 – Class 4 ≥ 230 ≥ 155 ≤ 1. The brake fluid requirements are defined with the help of the DOT classifications.500 SAE J 1703 ≥ 205 ≥ 140 ≤ 1.hydraulan ® The figures speak for themselves The figures speak for themselves Data sheet Hydraulan® products exceed the requirements set by the international standards in all criteria: Product International standard Hydraulan® 308 ≤ 1.800 FMVSS 116 – DOT 3 ≥ 205 ≥ 140 ≤ 1. 15 .500 ISO 4925 – Class 3 ≥ 205 ≥ 140 ≤ 1. 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