Stationary natural gas engine in industrial facility
2-Stroke & 4-StrokeExtended Drain Intervals

Stationary Natural Gas
Engine Oils

SENTRON stationary gas engine oils are premium performance, long life engine oils specially formulated to lubricate stationary gas engines and compressors. Extended drain intervals provide lower maintenance costs and more efficient operation.

Petro-Canada Lubricants

SENTRON

Premium stationary gas engine oils

Key Features

Extended Oil Life
Anti-Wear Protection
Engine Cleanliness
Corrosion Protection
3
Ash Level Ranges
2 & 4
Stroke Compatibility
Extended
Drain Intervals
Premium
Base Oils

Why Choose SENTRON?

Formulated with ultra pure, high quality base oils and highly advanced additive technologies

Extended Drain Intervals

Long life formulation provides extended oil drain intervals, reducing maintenance costs and downtime

Outstanding Anti-Wear Protection

Exceptional protection minimizes bore polish and wear of cylinder liners and piston rings

Excellent Engine Cleanliness

Low tendency for deposit build-up keeps engine parts clean for reliable operation

Severe Service Performance

Designed for severe operating conditions common in compression and power generation

Petro-Canada

SENTRON ASHLESS

Ashless Products (< 0.1% wt ash)

Ashless: 0.05%%SAE 40

SENTRON ASHLESS 40

Recommended primarily for 2-stroke cycle stationary gas engines but may be used in certain 4-cycle gas engines. Minimizes scavenge port, combustion chamber and spark plug deposits.

2-stroke gas enginesCertain 4-cycle enginesEngines sensitive to ash

SENTRON LOW ASH

Low Ash Products (0.1% - 0.6% wt ash)

Balanced formulation for engines requiring low ash content with enhanced protection

Ash: 0.52%%SAE 40

SENTRON CG 40 PLUS

Uniquely designed low ash formula for 4-cycle stationary gas engines running in biogas, sewage gas and landfill gas operations. Provides excellent control of deposits and protection against corrosion caused by high halogen levels.

Biogas enginesSewage gasLandfill gas+1 more
Ash: 0.47%%SAE 40

SENTRON LD 3000

Recommended for most 4-cycle and some 2-cycle stationary gas engines including Caterpillar, Waukesha in gas compression. Suitable for engines with catalytic converters.

Gas compressionPower generationWater pumping+1 more
Ash: 0.57%%SAE 40

SENTRON LD 5000

Recommended for Caterpillar, Jenbacher, Waukesha, and turbocharged or naturally aspirated engines. Offers up to 200% longer drain intervals and exceptional engine protection.

CaterpillarJenbacherWaukesha+1 more
Ash: 0.52%%SAE 40

SENTRON LD 8000

Premium low ash lubricant for 4-cycle stationary gas engines on natural pipeline gas and pre-treated sewage/biogas. Provides revolutionary extended drain intervals with greater TBN retention.

Pipeline gasPre-treated biogas4-cycle engines+1 more
Ash: 0.53%%SAE 15W-40

SENTRON LD Synthetic Blend

SAE 15W-40 multigrade synthetic blend for extended drain intervals and better low temperature performance. Suited for colder environments down to -20°C/-13°F.

Cold climatesLarge bore enginesExtended drains+1 more
Ash: 0.58%%SAE 0W-30

SENTRON VTP 0W-30

Synthetic blend formulated for small to mid-sized engines in severe winter conditions. Pour Point of -45°C/-49°F for exceptional extreme winter performance.

Severe winterSmall to mid enginesRemote locations+1 more
Ash: 0.59%%SAE 10W-40

SENTRON VTP 10W-40

Formulated for small stationary natural gas engines requiring high zinc additive for improved valve train wear protection with excellent cold start capability. Suitable for Cummins CES 20074.

Small enginesHigh zinc requirementCummins CES 20074+1 more
Ash: 0.30%%SAE 40

SENTRON VLA 40

Very low ash SGEO for 4-cycle stationary gas engines running at low loads (<60% MCR). Provides optimal protection against deposit formation and piston ring sticking.

Low load engines (<60% MCR)Reduced oil consumptionDeposit prevention

SENTRON MEDIUM ASH

Medium Ash Products (0.6% - 1.0% wt ash)

For severe service applications requiring higher ash content for enhanced protection

Ash: 0.93%%SAE 40

SENTRON CG 40

Medium ash SAE 40 oil for 4-cycle stationary gas engines in severe service such as cogeneration, biogas, digester and low halogen landfill/sewage gas operations.

CogenerationBiogasDigester gasSevere service
Ash: 0.75%%SAE 40

SENTRON SP 40

Premium performance SGEO for 4-cycle high BMEP stationary gas engines with steel pistons. Significant reduction of combustion chamber deposits and excellent oxidation/nitration resistance.

Steel piston enginesHigh BMEPExtended oil lifeHigh durability
Ash: 0.70%%SAE 30

SENTRON SP 30

Advanced SAE 30 mono-grade for 4-cycle gas engines with frequent start/stops and varied operating conditions. MAN approved for M3271-2 and M3271-5. Offers improved fuel efficiency and faster startup.

Frequent start/stopMAN M3271-2/5Fuel efficiencyFast lubrication
Ash: 0.68%%SAE 10W-40

SENTRON VTP 10W-40 PLUS

Premium mid ash multi-grade for stationary gas applications needing additional anti-wear characteristics. Ideal for gasoline engines converted to natural gas with improved low temperature performance.

Converted enginesRemote well-headGas line boosterLow emission

Fuel Application Guide

Select the right SENTRON product based on your fuel gas type. Consult our Technical Services team for specific recommendations.

Fuel Gas TypeRecommended Products
Natural/Pipeline Gas
SENTRON LD 8000SENTRON LD 5000SENTRON LD 3000SENTRON SP 40SENTRON SP 30SENTRON LD Synthetic BlendSENTRON Ashless 40SENTRON VLA 40
Light Biogas/Digester/Sewage Gas (Treated)
SENTRON LD 8000SENTRON LD 5000SENTRON LD Synthetic BlendSENTRON SP 40SENTRON SP 30
Landfill Gas (Some treated, lower chlorine)
SENTRON LD 8000SENTRON CG 40 PLUSSENTRON LD 5000SENTRON CG 40
Landfill Gas (Severe, untreated, high chlorine)

Pre-treat gas to reduce contaminates when possible

SENTRON CG 40 PLUSSENTRON CG 40
Heavy Biogas/Digester/Sewage Gas (Untreated)
SENTRON CG 40 PLUSSENTRON CG 40

Typical Applications

SENTRON excels in severe service conditions common in compression, power generation, and combined heat and power applications

Compression

Natural gas compression stations and pipeline operations requiring reliable engine protection

Power Generation

Stationary engines used for primary or backup power generation applications

Combined Heat & Power

CHP applications where efficiency and extended service life are critical

Gas Plants & Pipelines

Gas processing facilities and pipeline pumping stations

Landfill Gas Engines

Engines running on biogas or landfill gas requiring specialized protection

Industrial Cogeneration

Industrial facilities using natural gas engines for combined power and heat

Need Help Selecting the Right SENTRON Product?

Our technical experts can help you choose the right ash level and viscosity grade for your stationary gas engine.