What does C3 stand for in oil?

What does C3 stand for in oil?

Sulphated Ash, Phosphorus and Sulphur
TC-Lube C3 5W-30 is a low SAPS (Sulphated Ash, Phosphorus and Sulphur) full synthetic, multigrade engine oil, specially formulated to meet the superior performance and fuel efficiency requirements of modern engines that require low viscosity oils for petrol and diesel applications.

What is ACEA A3 B3 oil?

ACEA A3/B3 oils are Mainline lubricants. They are designed for general usage use in a wide range of gasoline and light duty diesel engines. ACEA A3/B3 oils are typically used in older vehicles as they do not provide the minimum performance demanded by the latest OEM specifications.

Is Castrol Magnatec 5w30 C3 fully synthetic?

Castrol Magnatec 5w30 C3 is a fully synthetic engine oil, which is designed to protect you cars engine during the critical warm up stage, when up to 75% of engine wear and tear occurs. Approvals & Specifications: ACEA C3. API SN/CF.

What does A3 mean on oil?

ACEA A3/B4 oils are Upper Mainline lubricants. They are designed for a use in high performance gasoline and light duty diesel engines and are typically used in newer vehicles as they provide the minimum performance demanded by many OEM specifications.

Is C3 oil better than A3?

C3-04 Petrol and light duty Diesel engines, based on A5/B5-04 mid SAPS, two way catalyst compatible, Higher performance levels due to higher HTHS. Note: SAPS = Sulphated Ash, Phosphorous and Sulphur. Put simply, A3/B3, A5/B5 and C3 oils are the better quality, stay in grade performance oils.

Is C3 oil long life?

ACEA C3 engine oils are suitable for diesel engines fitted with DPFs. But whilst C3 is an extended service interval oil on some vehicle marques, GSF say this doesn’t mean a particular C3 will automatically be compatible will all vehicle manufacturers’ ‘long-life’ specifications.

What is the difference between A3 and B3?

B3 is slightly wider and a bit taller than A3 in terms of dimensions. Please try to use Google for straightforward questions like this, even opening a B3 or A3 file in Photoshop will tell you which is bigger…

What type of oil is Castrol magnatec?

full synthetic 5W-30
Castrol GTX MAGNATEC is a premium full synthetic 5W-30 that offers superior wear protection. If your car has over 75,000 miles on the odometer, Castrol GTX High Mileage 5W-30 can help protect your emission system while helping to extend the life of your engine.

Is Castrol magnatec magnetic?

Castrol MAGNATEC clings like a magnet to the vulnerable metal surfaces and moving parts in your engine during warm-up.

Can I use A3 B4 oil instead of C3?

C3 fulfills all the A3B4 requirements, so it should be alright. Due to the lower SAPS content you could think about replacing the oil earlier.

Is Castrol Magnatec 10w40 A3 B4 suitable for my car?

Suitable for use in both petrol and diesel engines, Castrol MAGNATEC 10W-40 A3/B4 is the perfect choice for drivers seeking an engine oil that offers the ultimate protection in stop-start driving conditions….General Details:

What does C mean in engine oil?

Catalyst compatibility oils
C: Catalyst compatibility oils These are specifically suited to high-performance passenger car & light commercial gasoline & DI Diesel Engines that are capable of using low viscosity oils with a minimum HTHS Viscosity of 2.9 mPa*s.