What oil should I run in my compressor?

The Clear Choice for Lubricated Compressors In general, manufacturers today recommend using either a 20 or 30 weight synthetic lubricant — rather than a mineral oil — to get the best results out of your industrial compressed air system.

Can I use lawn mower oil in my air compressor?

Yes, yes, yes, yes. There is a special oil made for compressors, use it.

What can I substitute for compressor oil?

Substitutes for Air Compressor Oils

• Hydraulic oil: Hydraulic oil possesses multiple qualities that make it an acceptable substitute for air compressor oils.
• Automatic transmission fluid: Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is primarily used in car transmissions, but some kinds can also be used in air compressors.

What kind of oil does Jun air air compressor use?

Please enter a question. A new version of the fully synthetic SJ-27 oil has been introduced to the JUN-AIR Quiet Series air compressors. The new oil uses the same base family of oil used in SJ-27, only with a slightly lower viscosity to improve compressor cooling over alternative oils.

How often should oil be changed in Jun air compressor?

Lower oil operating temperature means: Longer compressor life Less oxidation (Scaling) of oil residue Specially formulated oil used in all lubricated Jun-Air compressors. Prevents corrosion, assists in cooling and extends valve life. Jun-Air recommends that the oil be changed every two years at a minimum.

What kind of oil does an air compressor use?

SJ-27F Jun-Air Synthetic Silent Compressor Oil is a relatively new version of the fully synthetic SJ-27 oil that has been introduced to the JUN-AIR Quiet Series air compressors.

What kind of lubricant is used for silent air compressors?

Our replacement synthetic compressor oil for Jun-Air and Sil-Air silent air compressors is specifically formulated to meet the exacting specifications of these and is also used by the majority of other brands of silenced/hermetic compressors using refrigeration type pumps.