Oils and Greases: Cutting, Lubricating, and Hydraulic - United States (US)
Federal Supply Class (FSC): 9150
NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 9150
Federal Supply Group (FSG): 91 Fuels, Lubricants, Oils, and Waxes
NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 91 Fuels, Lubricants, Oils, and Waxes
Items Managed by United States (US) - NCB is 00 to 09
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NSN Format for Oils and Greases: Cutting, Lubricating, and Hydraulic
Codified by United States
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NATO Supply Class 9150 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 91, which is dedicated to Fuels, Lubricants, Oils, And Waxes. Specifically, Class 9150 focuses on Oils And Greases: Cutting, Lubricating, And Hydraulic.
This class includes various types of oils and greases that are used for cutting, lubricating, and hydraulic purposes. These products are essential for maintaining and operating machinery and equipment in various industries.
Cutting oils are used in metalworking processes to lubricate and cool cutting tools, reducing friction and heat generation. They help improve the efficiency and quality of cutting operations.
Lubricating oils are used to reduce friction and wear between moving parts in machinery and equipment. They provide a protective film that prevents direct metal-to-metal contact, ensuring smooth operation and extending the lifespan of the components.
Hydraulic oils are specifically formulated to meet the requirements of hydraulic systems. They provide lubrication and transmit power within hydraulic systems, enabling the smooth operation of hydraulic machinery and equipment.
The NATO Supply Class 9150 includes a wide range of oils and greases with different properties and specifications to suit various applications and operating conditions. These products are essential for the proper functioning and maintenance of machinery and equipment in military and civilian sectors.
When procuring oils and greases within this class, it is important to consider the specific requirements of the intended application, such as viscosity, temperature range, and compatibility with the equipment being used. Adhering to the NATO Supply Class 9150 ensures that the oils and greases meet the necessary standards and specifications for military use.
Overall, NATO Supply Class 9150 plays a crucial role in ensuring the availability of high-quality oils and greases for cutting, lubricating, and hydraulic purposes, supporting the operational readiness and efficiency of military and civilian machinery and equipment.
Includes Petrolatum, except USP.
Excludes Rust Preventive Compounds; Antiseizing Compounds; Petrolatum, USP.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 9150
- What is Federal Supply Class 9150?
- FSC 9150 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 9150) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Oils and Greases: Cutting, Lubricating, and Hydraulic.
- What is NATO Supply Classification Class 9150?
- NSC 9150 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 9150 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Oils and Greases: Cutting, Lubricating, and Hydraulic.
- Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 9150 in?
- FSC 9150 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 91 which contains Fuels, Lubricants, Oils, and Waxes.
- Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 9150 in?
- NSC 9150 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 91 which contains Fuels, Lubricants, Oils, and Waxes.
Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 9150
- Lubricating Wax 13 Items
- What is a Colloidal Graphite? 23 Items
- A Colloidal Graphite (GRAPHITE,COLLOIDAL) is a dispersion of graphite in a liquid which is other than refined petroleum oil, silicone fluid, or caster oil. For items having a refined petroleum oil, silicone fluid, or castor oil vehicle, see LUBRICATING OIL, COLLOIDAL GRAPHITE. Excludes GREASE, GRAPHITE.
- What is an Utility Lubricating Oil? 335 Items
- An Utility Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,UTILITY) is a refined mineral oil, with or without additives, suitable for applications which do not require special lubricants. It is commonly used for household uses, machinery, or the like. It may have added preservative qualities. Excludes LUBRICATING OIL (with other modifiers).
- What is a Weapons Lubricating Oil? 47 Items
- A Weapons Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,WEAPONS) is a petroleum, and/or synthetic, and/or biobased oil with antioxidation and noncorrosion characteristics, principally prepared for the lubrication of aircraft weapons.
- What is a Penetrating Oil? 45 Items
- A Penetrating Oil is a blend of refined light petroleum oils, petroleum derivatives, and other suitable ingredients, suitable for penetrating rust and corrosion and loosening frozen metallic parts, such as nuts, bolts, pins, and the like. Excludes LUBRICATING OIL (as modified).
- What is a Compounded Lubricating Oil? 21 Items
- A Compounded Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,COMPOUNDED) is a petroleum product compounded with various fatty materials. It is generally used for lubrication under conditions involving condensed steam or humid air.
- What is a Hydraulic Lubricating Oil? 118 Items
- A Hydraulic Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,HYDRAULIC) is a noncorrosive mineral, synthetic, or biobased oil with special oxidation resistant and rust-inhibiting additives for use in hydraulic systems, Waterbury speed reducers, and plane lifts.
- What is a Steam Turbine Lubricating Oil? 40 Items
- A Steam Turbine Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,STEAM TURBINE) is a noncorrosive mineral oil with special oxidation resistant and rust-inhibiting additives for lubrication of turbines.
- What is a Vacuum Pump Lubricating Oil? 54 Items
- A Vacuum Pump Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,VACUUM PUMP) is a petroleum product characterized by low vapor pressure. It is used especially for lubrication of vacuum pumps.
- What is a Refrigerant Compressor Lubricating Oil? 95 Items
- A Refrigerant Compressor Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,REFRIGERANT COMPRESSOR) is a highly refined, neutral, moisture-free oil, with or without additives, prepared for lubrication of cylinders in refrigerant compressors.
- What is an Instrument Lubricating Oil? 50 Items
- An Instrument Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,INSTRUMENT) is an oil primarily prepared for lubrication of aircraft instruments, gyro instruments, electronic equipment, gyros in torpedoes and aerial bombs, and calibrating and measuring instruments.
- What is a Gear Lubricating Oil? 234 Items
- A Gear Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,GEAR) is a petroleum or synthetic product with load-carrying properties, especially prepared for lubrication of various type gears, such as worm gears, spiral bevel type gears, hypoid gears, transmissions, or the like.
- What is a Colloidal Graphite Lubricating Oil? 11 Items
- A Colloidal Graphite Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,COLLOIDAL GRAPHITE) is a colloidal graphite dispersed in a refined petroleum oil, silicone fluid, or castor oil. See also GRAPHITE, COLLOIDAL.
- What is a Plug Valve Grease? 62 Items
- A Plug Valve Grease (GREASE,PLUG VALVE) is a grease designed for the lubrication and sealing of plug valves, characterized by insolubility in the fluids flowing through the system. Special types may have collateral uses where resistance to various fluids is desired.
- What is an Aircraft Grease? 130 Items
- An Aircraft Grease (GREASE,AIRCRAFT) is a grease designed for lubrication of aircraft components such as actuators, engine accessories, control bearings, landing gears, and wheel bearings. It does not include GREASE, AIRCRAFT AND INSTRUMENT and GREASE, INSTRUMENT.
- What is an Aircraft And Instrument Grease? 123 Items
- An Aircraft And Instrument Grease (GREASE,AIRCRAFT AND INSTRUMENT) is a synthetic or mineral oil base grease designed for lubrication of antifriction bearings, lightly loaded gears, and on sliding and rolling surfaces of such equipment as instruments, cameras, electronic equipment and aircraft control systems. It is not specially prepared for salt spray resistance but can be used for a wide temperature range. Excludes GREASE (1), AIRCRAFT; and GREASE (1), INSTRUMENT.
- What is an Instrument Grease? 30 Items
- An Instrument Grease (GREASE,INSTRUMENT) is a wide temperature range. synthetic base grease designed for lubrication of fire control equipment and instruments including related components, such as synchros, gyros, and in control and computing mechanisms. It is specially prepared for salt spray resistance. It does not include GREASE, AIRCRAFT AND INSTRUMENT; nd GREASE, AIRCRAFT.
- What is a Graphite Grease? 20 Items
- A Graphite Grease (GREASE,GRAPHITE) is excludes GRAPHITE, COLLOIDAL.
- What is an Automotive And Artillery Grease? 20 Items
- An Automotive And Artillery Grease (GREASE,AUTOMOTIVE AND ARTILLERY) is a grease with corrosion inhibitors designed for the lubrication of tactical automotive and artillery components suitable over an ambient temperature range of minus 65 degrees Fahrenheit to plus 125 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 53.9 Celsius to plus 51.67 Celsius).
- What is a Wire Rope-Exposed Gear Grease? 21 Items
- A Wire Rope-Exposed Gear Grease (GREASE,WIRE ROPE-EXPOSED GEAR) is a grease specifically intended for the lubrication of exposed gears and wire rope of hoists, winches, cranes, shovels, dredges, and other similar equipment.
- What is a Laboratory Apparatus Stopcock Grease? 21 Items
- A Laboratory Apparatus Stopcock Grease (GREASE,LABORATORY APPARATUS STOPCOCK) is a grease designed for both the lubrication and sealing of mating surfaces of laboratory equipment, such as glass stopcocks and desiccators. Excludes PETROLEUM, TECHNICAL.
- What is a Silicone Insulated Electric Motor Grease? 47 Items
- A Silicone Insulated Electric Motor Grease (GREASE,SILICONE INSULATED ELECTRIC MOTOR) is a grease designed for the lubrication of silicone insulated electric motors with heat stabilized ball and roller bearings and other specialized high temperature applications.
- What is an Extreme Pressure Ordnance Grease? 17 Items
- An Extreme Pressure Ordnance Grease (GREASE,ORDNANCE,EXTREME PRESSURE) is a grease designed for lubrication of highly loaded Naval Ordnance components, such as rollers, tracks, pinions, and racks of gun turrets, and for slush-on lubrication of open or semi-inclosed gears exposed to salt spray.
- What is an Outboard Motor Grease? 20 Items
- An Outboard Motor Grease (GREASE,OUTBOARD MOTOR) is a grease designed for the lubrication of gears in an underwater gearcase of an outboard motor.
- What is an Utility Grease? 415 Items
- An Utility Grease (GREASE,UTILITY) is a grease designed for lubrication of industrial types of equipment by means of cups, grease fittings, or pressure lubricating systems. If special characteristics are required, see specific item names.
- What is a Ball And Roller Bearing Grease? 86 Items
- A Ball And Roller Bearing Grease (GREASE,BALL AND ROLLER BEARING) is a grease designed primarily for the lubrication of ball and roller bearings operating at constant or intermittent high temperatures. It does not include GREASE, AUTOMOTIVE AND ARTILLERY; GREASE, AIRCRAFT; GREASE, AIRCRAFT AND INSTRUMENT; GREASE, SILICONE INSULATED ELECTRIC MOTOR; and GREASE, ORDNANCE BEARING AND AMMUNITION.
- What is an Automotive Grease? 42 Items
- An Automotive Grease (GREASE,AUTOMOTIVE) is a grease suitable for the lubrication of automotive components, such as chassis, wheel bearings, or water pumps. It does not include GREASE, AUTOMOTIVE AND ARTILLERY.
- What is a Petroleum Base Hydraulic Fluid? 119 Items
- A Petroleum Base Hydraulic Fluid (HYDRAULIC FLUID,PETROLEUM BASE) is a fluid of petroleum origin characterized by high viscosity index, used as a power transmission medium in hydraulically-actuated systems and apparatus.
- What is a Damping Fluid? 87 Items
- A Damping Fluid is a fluid designed to reduce the amplitude of motion in order to obtain stable readings on indicators.
- What is a Molybdenum Disulfide Lubricating Oil? 20 Items
- A Molybdenum Disulfide Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE) is a suspension which consists of fine molybdenum disulfide particles in mineral oil or silicone fluid.
- What is a Fire Resistant Hydraulic Fluid? 53 Items
- A Fire Resistant Hydraulic Fluid (HYDRAULIC FLUID,FIRE RESISTANT) is a stable synthetic fluid, free from water, for applications where bearing pressures are high and where temperatures repeatedly exceed 140 degrees Fahrenheit. It has a high flash point, is noncorrosive and nontoxic, and has additives to prevent wear. Excludes HYDRAULIC FLUID, NONCOMBUSTIBLE; HYDRAULIC FLUID, NONPETROLEUM BASE, AIRCRAFT; and BRAKE FLUID, AUTOMOTIVE.
- What is a Semifluid Lubricating Oil? 20 Items
- A Semifluid Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,SEMIFLUID) is a mixture with a mineral and/or synthetic base, not having a true grease structure. It contains a thickening agent which increases viscosity. The lubricant is compounded specifically to be effective in a wide temperature range. Excludes GREASE, AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE.
- What is a Solid Film Lubricant? 194 Items
- A Solid Film Lubricant (LUBRICANT,SOLID FILM) is a dispersion of finely powdered lubricating solids in a suitable binder intended for bonding on surfaces of parts in aircraft, missiles, automotive and industrial equipment, and other applications where temperature, inacessability, contamination, etc., render conventional lubricants unsatisfactory or impractical. Limited to those parts that will not require reapplication of the film during the normal life of the part except where the material will be used for break-in purposes in conjunction with other approved oils and greases. May also be used to minimize fretting corrosion. Excludes LUBRICATING OIL, COLLOIDAL GRAPHITE; LUBRICATING OIL, MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE; GRAPHITE, COLLOIDAL; and GREASE, GRAPHITE.
- What is a Synthetic Aircraft Turboshaft Engine Lubricating Oil? 13 Items
- A Synthetic Aircraft Turboshaft Engine Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,AIRCRAFT TURBOSHAFT ENGINE,SYNTHETIC) is a thermally stable synthetic oil which may contain additives to improve load-carrying oxidation stability and antifoaming properties. This lubricating oil is intended for use in specific models of aircraft turboprop and turboshaft engines. Excludes LUBRICATING OIL, AIRCRAFT TURBINE ENGINE, SYNTHETIC.
- What is a Cutting Fluid? 169 Items
- A Cutting Fluid is a liquid used to lubricate and cool cutting tools in the machining of metals. It usually consists of mineral or fatty oils, mixtures thereof, or emulsifiable oils. It may contain additives, such as sulfur, chlorine or phosphorus compounds, emulsions composed of a mixture of oil, emulsifiers and water, colloidal suspensions of surfactants, wetting agents and rust inhibitors, or aqueous solutions composed of surfactants, nitrites salts, and organic amines.
- What is an Exposed Gear Lubricating Oil? 25 Items
- An Exposed Gear Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,EXPOSED GEAR) is a heavy-bodied residual, tacky petroleum oil, with or without additives, for lubrication of exposed gears of heavy equipment. It may be used on chain or wire rope.
- Lubricating Oil,Aircraft Turbine Engine,Petroleum 13 Items
- Lubricating Oil,Aircraft Turbine Engine,Synthetic 48 Items
- What is an Aircraft Piston Engine Lubricating Oil? 33 Items
- An Aircraft Piston Engine Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,AIRCRAFT PISTON ENGINE) is a petroleum oil prepared principally for lubrication in piston type aircraft engines.
- What is an Engine Lubricating Oil? 474 Items
- An Engine Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,ENGINE) is a petroleum oil, a synthetically prepared product, or a combination thereof, prepared primarily for lubrication in crank cases of internal combustion engines. It usually contains additives for corrosion prevention and oxidation prevention, and may contain detergents. See also LUBRICATING OIL, UTILITY. It does not include LUBRICATING OIL, AIRCRAFT PISTON ENGINE.
- What is an Automotive Brake Fluid? 18 Items
- An Automotive Brake Fluid (BRAKE FLUID,AUTOMOTIVE) is a fluid of vegetable or synthetic origin or combination thereof used in automotive brake systems.
- What is an Automatic Transmission Hydraulic Fluid? 48 Items
- An Automatic Transmission Hydraulic Fluid (HYDRAULIC FLUID,AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) is a fluid of petroleum origin and additives generally used as a combination power-transmission medium, hydraulic control fluid, heat transfer medium, bearing surface lubricant, and gear lubricant expressly manufactured for automatic transmissions, where specified. Excludes HYDRAULIC FLUID, PETROLEUM BASE.
- Grease,Molybdenum Disulfide 38 Items
- What is an Interlocking Slide Fastener Lubricant? 10 Items
- An Interlocking Slide Fastener Lubricant (LUBRICANT,INTERLOCKING SLIDE FASTENER) is an oily or waxy substance which produces a smooth film for reducing friction in the operation of interlocking slide fasteners.
- What is an Air Compressor Lubricating Oil? 73 Items
- An Air Compressor Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,AIR COMPRESSOR) is a synthetic or petroleum based oil prepared for lubrication of air compressors.
- What is a Corrosion Inhibited Preservative Lubricating Oil? 27 Items
- A Corrosion Inhibited Preservative Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,PRESERVATIVE,CORROSION INHIBITED) is a petroleum oil containing additives to provide contact as well as vapor phase protection. It is suitable for preservation in inclosed systems where the volatile components of the oil will provide protection above the oil level. Excludes LUBRICATING OIL, WEAPONS.
- What is a Standard Calibrating Oil? 65 Items
- A Standard Calibrating Oil (CALIBRATING OIL,STANDARD) is an oil used as a standard in spectrographic analysis.
- What is a Food Processing Equipment Grease? 10 Items
- A Food Processing Equipment Grease (GREASE,FOOD PROCESSING EQUIPMENT) is a grease designed of a homogenous blend of virgin petroleum or biobased oil for use in food processing equipment where there may be incidental contact with food. The grease shall be approved for such applications (rating HI) bythe USDA.
- What is a Food Processing Equipment Lubricating Oil? 11 Items
- A Food Processing Equipment Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,FOOD PROCESSING EQUIPMENT) is a homogenous blend of virgin petroleum oil stocks or synthetic oils, with or without additives, for use in food processing equipment where there may be incidental contact with food.The lubricating oil shall be approved for such application (rating H1) by the USDA.
- What is a Pneumatic Tool Lubricating Oil? 15 Items
- A Pneumatic Tool Lubricating Oil (LUBRICATING OIL,PNEUMATIC TOOL) is a low-viscosity mineral oil for pneumatically operated tools. The item contains antiwear and rust-inhibiting additives and detergents.
- What is an Electrically Conductive Grease? 29 Items
- An Electrically Conductive Grease (GREASE,ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE) is a grease designed to maintain low resistance electrical contact while maintaining its lubricating properties.
- What is a Heat Dissipation Compound Grease? 12 Items
- A Heat Dissipation Compound Grease (GREASE,HEAT DISSIPATION COMPOUND) is a grease designed to retaining high thermal conductivity while retaining its lubricating properties. excludes GREASE, ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE.
- What is a Dry Lubricant? 36 Items
- A Dry Lubricant (LUBRICANT,DRY) is a dispersion of finely powdered lubricating solids in a suitable binder intended for binding on surfaces of various items to minimize wear due to friction and/or corrosion.