Automal and all you need to know about motor oils. SHELL HELIX HX8 Synthetic Motor Oil Synthetic Oil Shell Helix HX8 5W40 Specifications

Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W30 oil enters the group completely synthetic species Lubricants for engines passenger transport And represents a new generation of autochemistry that satisfies the queries of car manufacturers. Its characteristics include concern for the motor, economical consumption and compatibility with almost all types of fuel.

Shell with concern about passenger cars and drivers' safety has developed a line of innovative oils for engines internal combustion Various class. Modern series turned out 3:HX.7 - based on synthetic technologies (or semi-synthetic),HX.8 - completely synthetic lubricants (or synthetics),Ultra- Fully synthetic product from natural gas. Each of these series has its own characteristics, but all high performance indicators.

Types of oils of the NX8 series 5W30

Limit and digital 5W30 series markers limit the recommended temperature range of use 30 ° С with a minus sign and 25 ° С with a plus sign.

Important! If you exploit this series of lubricants at a faster weather, interruptions in the motor operation are possible, and with a colder problem with the launch.

Synthetic series NX8 5W-30 includes 4 products:

• A5 / B5;
• Professional AG;
• Synthetic.

Lubricants A5 / B5. Designed for molecular cleaning and protection of gasoline and diesel engine. They reduce friction between the details and have the appropriate ACEA specification, as well as from Ford for WSS-M2D-913-C and WSS-M2C-913-D.

Oil Ect. Using flexible molecular technology, not only protect diesel and gasoline engines, but also prevent the accumulation of gary on filters, and also reduce toxicity exhaust gases. They have aCEA specification C3, API SN and some VW and MB tolerances.

Series Professional AG Developed to ensure the certificate of GM Detox1 - Gen 2, which is known for the hard requirements for technical specifications.

Mark. Synthetic. It is a means with high purification of engines operating on gasoline, diesel, as well as gas. It has certificates from API and ACEA, respectively, SL / SF A3 / B3 and A3 / B4, as well as some tolerances to VW, MB, RENAULT.

Artikula

All products are available in two forms: the first - 1st 4 l, the second - 209 liters. Some types of oils supply for sale also in the canices of 20 and 55l. All of them are assigned certain articles.

Articles for NH8 5.W.-30 Synteetic:

• 1 l - 550040462;
• 4 l - 550040542;
• 209 l - 550040509.
• 20 l - 550040540;
• 55 l - 550046512.

Articles for NH8 5.W.-30 A5 / B5:

• 1 l - 550046778;
• 4 l - 550046777;
• 209 l - 550046922.

Articles for NH8 5W-30Ect.:

• 1 l - 550048036;
• 4 l - 550048035;
• 55 l - 550048034 (550048141);
• 209 l - 550048033 (550048056).

Oil series Professional AG Available in industrial volumes for use in sports-carries (cars) on racing routes.

Technical indicators

The main technical characteristics of motor oils showing their behavior in extreme conditions are viscosity at various temperature parameters, as well as flash and self-ignition temperatures. All data on the specified types of oils are reduced to the table.

As can be seen from the table, the products of each other differ in the temperature of the frozen and dynamic viscosity. The remaining parameters are practically identical (have minor deviations)

Pros and cons

One of the shortcomings this oil, according to consumer reviews, is his country of Origin- Russia. Many consider this fact proof of worst quality than the homeland of the product. However, according to expert testimonies, this opinion is a delusion. Russian production We can consider the advantage of lubricants - a significantly lower price than the European analogue.

In general, to objectively judge the advantages and disadvantages of the products of the NX8 series 5W-30, it is necessary to refer to the results of laboratory tests of samples. According to the network of Synthetic scientific and technical research on the network, you can say that they fully meet all the requirements for the above tolerances, and in some cases even exceed them.

In comparison with a more expensive series, the difference in important parameters For motor oils available. So, the latter is characterized by higher values \u200b\u200bindicating good detergents: an alkaline number and calcium content. And for the 5W-30 series, these parameters are lower, but within the limits of allowable, which does not affect the properties during operation. While 5W-40 has greater sulfur content and sulphate ash.

According to the given data, we can say that:

• when using oil, the motor will be easier to start under low temperatures;
• due to the high thermal stability and low ash content, its oxidation will not occur with the formation of a car during the engine operation;
• motor will not "charg";
• the oil will be relevant for most cars operating on different fuel.

The difference of the original from the fake

Many fakes in the global market provokes manufacturers to protect their original products. Shell oils did not exception. To distinguish the counterfeit from the original, you should use such recommendations:

• buy oil at the point of sale at official dealerpresented in the list on the Shell website in Russia https://www.shell.com.ru;
• enter 16 digits from capacitance cover on the site aC.Shell.com. , as a result of which it should be highlighted full information about the product, and if this did not happen, then bought oil - falsification;
• consider by the special program on the QR code smartphone and get accurate oil data.

Buying a high-quality product from the manufacturer can be confident in the safe operation of the engine of the car, its long and uninterrupted service. And about where it is better to refuel, you can read.

The versatility of this engine oil is largely due to the use of a fully synthetic basis in its composition. It is characterized by extremely low sulfur content and ash. This ensures the final product a number of important advantages. Most of them are a consequence of high resistance to the formation of pollution. This not only allows oil to maintain most of its properties throughout the entire interservice run, but also ensure the reliability of the exhaust gas purification systems.

Key Features Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic:

For modern cars In the city and off-road.

Even driving in urban conditions can become a serious test for the car and his heart - the engine. It is not necessary to express it with its progenic speeds and off-road, as well as races on the track. Permanent braking on traffic lights and intersections every fifty meters, and the next start for it is no less severe lesson for the car. All this leads to the rapid wear of the engine and its subsequent repair. Therefore, the motorboat of the city car needs special protection. Protection capable of ensuring fully synthetic motor oils from the Shell Helix HX8 series.

Canister 4 liters of old sample (release until 03.10.16)

Description of oil

Fully synthetic oils Shell is prepared on the basis of the unique development of Pureplus, as well as with actively cleaning additives Active Cleansing. In the aggregate it gives a stunning effect: the engine remains very clean, as soon as after the assembly. Thanks to the cleanliness of the motor, its details are protected from wear and aging, which extends the life of the engine.

The oil retains a stable viscosity at any temperatures and in any conditions, so that the car is consistently easily started. This reduces the consumption and lubricating substance itself, and fuel. So, Shell HX8 saves both materials and the funds spent on them.

The series includes two products:

Both have recommendations of large car manufacturers Ferrari, Fiat, BMW. Suitable for all types modern engines: gasoline, diesel, gas, ethanol. Created for driving conditions both in the city and in extreme situations, including increased speeds, temperature differences and off-road.

Specifications

Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W30

This oil of excellent quality has high performance characteristics, allowing to maintain the purity and efficiency of the engine in any conditions. Especially efficiently compared to mineral or semi-synthetic lubricants, as well as with analogs from other manufacturers.

Specifications:

• API SL / CF;
• ACEA A3 / B3, A3 / B4.

• MB 229.3;
• VW 502.00 / 505.00;
• RENAULT RN0700, RN0710.

How 5W30 is decrypted

As one can judge the labeling of the viscosity of 5W-30, this is all-season oil (the letter W says). It retains the optimal indicators at temperatures from -30 (this indicates the number 5) to +30 (this indicates the number 30).

More information about Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W30 can be read

Old sample canister (left) and new (right)

Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W40

Provides maximum engine cleansing under any driving conditions; Update and protect the car. Extends the motor resource.

Specialization:

• SN / CF API;
• ACEA A3 / B3, A3 / B4;

• MB 229.3;
• VW 502.00 / 505.00;
• RENAULT RN0700, RN0710.

In addition, meets the requirements of FIAT 9.55535-N2 and 9.55535-M2 specifications.

It has the following specifications:

How 5W40 is decrypted

5W-40 viscosity index indicates that this is all-season oil and retains its best performance in temperature range from minus 30 to plus 35-40 degrees Celsius. The letter W is testified about all-season. The lower the number in front of the letter, the lower the temperature that oil can withstand. The higher the digit after the letter, the higher the temperature it takes out.

More information about Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W40 can be read

Old Canister on the left (release until 03.10.16), new canister on the right (release from 03.10.16)

New canister

Company SHELL 03.10.16 began the release of a new sample canister. Old canisters are still found on sale, these are the main changes:

• corrugated handles on top and side;
• other shape of the neck;
• kanister itself got a new form and design;
• new label design;
• new system Protection against fake. On the cover of the original canister, a hologram with a 16-digit code or QR code should be pasted on which on the manufacturer's website you can find out in your hands the original or fake.

Release form and articles

1. 550040462 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-30 1l
2. 550046777 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-30 4l
3. 550046364 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-30 4l
4. 550040542 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-30 4l
5. 550040540 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-30 20l
6. 550043473 SHELL HELIX HX8 SYNTHETIC 5W-30 55L
7. 550040509 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-30 209l

1. 550040424 SHELL HELIX HX8 SYNTHETIC 5W-40 1L
2. 550040295 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-40 4l
3. 550040416 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-40 55l
4. 550040417 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-40 209l

Advantages and disadvantages

In fact, these two oils from the Shell Series Helix HX8 are very similar. They differ only on viscosity and some other characteristics. We have both benefits for them:

• increased motor life;
• engine protection from wear and corrosion;
• fitness for heavy Conditions operation;
• fuel economy;
• low consumption of lubricant;
• ability to use with any type of engine;
• wide temperature range;
• easy engine launch in frost;
• low level of evaporation;
• protection against oxidation;
• low oil degradation.

However, these fully synthetic oils are more suitable for engines of new cars. In old, with big mileageIt is better to use mineral, as they carefully care about the engine "with experience". Synthetic is truly cleaned, and sometimes cleans aggressively. In parts of old cars accumulates the Nagar, if it breaks off as a result of such a cleaning, then the valve can score.

By the way, in old cars will inevitably be formed by the new Nagar, which will lead to increased flow Oil. What kind of saving lubricants And fuels in such a situation can not be speech. It will require more frequent replacement Oil and increase fuel consumption.

Another discrepancing oil buyers Shell NH8 factor is a high price. And you have to pay not only for the quality (which is always at the height), but also for the loud promotion name.

New fake protection system. Now there is a disruptive sticker on the lid, there is a 16-digit code or QR code under this, by this code, entering it on the official website, you can check, in your hands a fake or original.

How to distinguish fake

This very name made the company Shell's bad service. Fakes are very much, and to buy a corporate product, you need to make an effort. This is what distinguishes fake Shell NH8 from the original.

• Poor-quality plastic canisters, with defects, damage and incomprehensible spots - this is a fake.
• The lid and connecting ring visually seem to be single - this is a script.
• The barcode is surrounded from three sides (and not four) white field is a fake.
• The emblem PurePlus has a mirror spraying - this is a script.
• The code containing the part number, time and place of the spill is missing - this is a fake.
• Kanister Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic light gray color is a script.
• Green canister is a fake.
• The label is tightly glued and read well - this is a script.
• The text is printed with errors - this is a fake.

In addition, a fourteental authentication code should be printed on the oil cover. It can be checked by entering on a special site. Therefore, going to buy engine oil, it is not, to have a phone with your Internet access.

The main thing is to remember one thing: buy oil only from proven sellers, in specialized stores. Of course, it will not protect it from the opportunity to evaporate to the counterfeit one hundred percent, but the chances will buy the original here more than in a dubious point.

Never buy lubricants in small eaters, with hands, on spill in plastic bottles. The fake is fraught with the fact that an irreparable damage will be applied to the engine. After all, most often for branded oils are given the lowest robber lubricants or working out.

• branded gas stations "Shell";
• large supermarkets (Kemp, Aga, Auchan, Crossroads, Ribbon, Okay, etc.).

Universal, clean, efficient Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-40.

Synthetic motor oils in last years They gain popularity and crowded mineral. In general, both in the other lubricant has its own scope of use and its consumer. Therefore, each product there is a place in the market. However, modern cars, created specifically for driving in the present conditions, need modern oil. It is the net synthetic from the largest company Shell - what is needed. Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W 40 Oil is one of a series of such products.

Canister 4 liters of a new sample (release from 03.10.16)

Description of oil

Shell's synthetic products produces on its own unique technologies that have no analogues in the world. One of them is PurePlus, the technology of producing the clean engine oil from natural gas. Such oil practically does not have extra impurities, so that it does not turn into a nagar inside the engine.

In the aggregate with actively cleaning - and also developed by Shell - additives Active Cleansing supports the purity of the engine. Nagar is not only not formed. If he was already inside the motor, then this engine oil is soluble, returning the original purity returning items. And at the same time does not lose its qualities from replacement before replacement.

In addition, in the production of its motor oils, the company Shell takes care of nature. Therefore, all its products, including Shell Helix NH8 5W40, with proper use and compliance with the safety of safety, is absolutely harmless to humans, animals, plants and ecology. However, to dispose of the residues of lubricants must be properly on special items. You can not drain in the reservoirs and on the soil.

First of all, Shell Helix HX8 5W40 is focused on modern cars operating on gasoline, gas and diesel fuel. However, it can well be combined with biodiesel, and with ethanol mixtures. Suitable for any new generation cars. This product is used and recommended such manufacturers of vehicles as Fiat, Renault, BMW and Ferrari. The latter takes part in all the developments of the company Shell, testing new products, including in racing barges Formula 1.

Canister 1 and 4 liters of old sample (release until 03.10.16)

Specifications

Shell Helix HX8 5W40 oil specifications are as follows:

Tolerances and specifications

Has specifications:

• SN / CF API;
• ACEA A3 / B3, A3 / B4;

• MB 229.3;
• VW 502.00 / 505.00;
• RENAULT RN0700, RN0710.

In addition, meets the requirements of FIAT 9.55535-N2 and 9.55535-M2 specifications.

Specifications may change from time to time on the manufacturer's requirement. You can clarify them from official dealers.

Old sample canister (left) and new (right)

New canister

On October 3, 2016, Shell company updated the line of its oils, updated the same canisters themselves. Main differences and innovations:

• a new fake protection system has been launched, which includes a unique 16 digit code or QR code, located under the divorce sticker on the canister cover by entering it on the manufacturer's website, you can get a 100% answer, in your hands the original or counterfeit;
• updated design canisters and labels;
• new handles with texture coating.

Release form and articles

1. 550040424 SHELL HELIX HX8 SYNTHETIC 5W-40 1L
2. 550040295 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-40 4l
3. 550040416 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-40 55l
4. 550040417 Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-40 209l

The viscosity schedule of oils depending on the ambient temperature

How 5W40 is decrypted

The viscosity index of 5W-40 indicates that this is an all-season oil (the letter W - from English Winter) and retains its best performance in the temperature range from minus 30 to plus 35-40 degrees Celsius. The lower the number in front of the letter, the lower the temperature that oil can withstand. Accordingly, the higher the digit after the letter, the higher the temperature it takes place.

Advantages and disadvantages

To choose engine oil, I want to know in advance that it will give exactly your car, and how it is better than similar products from other manufacturers. This is what positive qualities Differs oil Shell nx8 5w40:

• High cleaning opportunities. Thanks to them, the product provides impeccable purity of the engine and all its components, thereby preventing it from wear, nagar, oxidation, corrosion. This, in turn, extends the life of the engine, and therefore eliminates many problems with the car.
• Low evaporation. it lubricant It practically does not evaporate, thanks to which it does not require frequent topping in the period between replacements. It saves funds. By the way, thanks to protected from wear, this oil also saves fuel.
• Stable viscosity. The product retains its viscosity performance throughout the service life, even if it has to dissolve the Nagar and when replacing it looks not very good. In addition, the viscosity almost does not affect the temperature differences, heavy frost and heat. This makes starting engine easy Regardless of weather conditions.
• Reducing noise. Shell HX8 5W40 normalizes friction, so that the engine begins to sound differently - much quieter, in addition, vibration decreases.
• Universality. This lubricant is suitable for any engines of any modern cars, both passenger and SUVs.

Shell Helix HX8 5W40 Reviews have different how enthusiastically positive and sharply negative. Based on these reviews, you can make an idea of \u200b\u200bthe disadvantages of the product. So, many have been noticed problems with running in the frost. It turns out that the optimal oil temperature is not up to -30, according to the viscosity indicator, and to -20-25. Not suitable for high-tech engines TFSI type. Another minus is a high price.

New fake protection system. Now there is a disruptive sticker on the lid, there is a 16-digit code or QR code under this, by this code, entering it on the official website, you can check, in your hands a fake or original.

How to distinguish fake

It is likely that many reviews about the low qualities of Shell Helix HX8 5W40 are associated with the fact that under the guise of branded oil, motorists bought fake. After all, the products of the company Shell are one of the most frequent in the world. You can only identify it by external signs.

Here is a solvent portrait of the present, genuine engine oil of this brand:

1. Canister Light gray, smooth, smooth, without flaws and defects.
2. Cover of the same color as canister.
3. The lid looks in one whole with the connecting ring, the last when opening remains intact on the neck of the canister.
4. The label is tightly glued, the text is well read and printed without errors.
5. On the label there is a barcode surrounded by a white field from all sides, starts at 50.
6. The canister has a clear, unwashed Batch-Code, which shows the date and place of bottling, the party number.
7. There is a sticker with the name of the cleaner technology and the mirror - it is mirror, and not just brilliant - spraying.
8. On the bottom of the canister there is a relief.

When opening the canister, pay attention to the smell and color of the product. The smell should be characteristic inherent engine oil, not too sharp. The color is amber, pleasant. In no case is not dark brown and not black! Darmest oil after he holds its engine cleaning from harmful deposits. Therefore, such a color has just acquired product practically, it means that under the type of production Shell sold you to work.

Do not risk and pour into the engine of your car it is not clear that. Indeed, in this way, it is possible to put it irreparable damage. No matter how sorry for money spent, from fake Product It is better to get rid of and acquire a genuine - in a large specialized store, from the official supplier.

• branded gas stations "Shell";
• large supermarkets (Kemp, Aga, Auchan, Crossroads, Ribbon, Okay, etc.).

Shell Helix HX8 5W 40 engine oil is performed on a synthesized basis, which is the best way For vehicles with any engines. Due to its technical and performance characteristics The maximum protection of each motor assembly is achieved.

Shell Concern makes auto-use unique technologies According to its own developments. For example, PurePlus. It makes it possible to obtain flawlessly pure basic oil based on natural gas.

As a result, there is a lack of impurities, due to which Nagara deposits do not appear inside the motor system. Among other things, when the engine oil is released, the firm does not forget about the environment.

That is, all shell Helix cars, including the NH8 5W40 brand, with the competent application and compliance with the rules, harmless. They enjoy automakers like Renault, Fiat, Ferrari and BMW.

It is designed for engines operating on any form of fuel, established in vehicles passenger type.

Specifications Shell Helix HX8 5W-40

Viscosity indicators:

• Kinematic at 100 ° C - 14.1-14.7 mm / s, at 40 ° C - 86.5-88.9 mm / s ASTM D445;
• Viscosity index - 171.

Temperature:

• Flashes at 239 degrees, freezes at -45.

Specifications:

• SN / CF API;
• ACEA A3 / B3;
• VW 502.00 / 505.00;

Articles Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W40:

• 550040417 - 209 l;
• 550040295 - 4 l;
• 550040424 - one liter.

Recall that parameters can be changed at the request of the manufacturer.

Advantages and disadvantages of Shell Helix NX8 5W40

Consider the main advantages of HX8 Synthetic 5W 40:

• Good cleaning properties. Provides the impeccable purity of the engine and other aggregates, not allowing to form corrosion and oxidation;
• Evaporation is minimal, which significantly increases the period of interservice maintenance.
• Positively affects the consumption of fuel, reducing this indicator;
• Supports the initial viscosity of the entire service period, even in the case of a constant dissolution of Nagara. Temperature differences also do not affect this indicator;
• Reducing noise. HX8 5W40 turns friction to normal. Thereby DVS car It works quieter, less vibrates;
• Universally applied. Shell HX8 5W40 is suitable for DVS almost all modern models Auto.

From minuses can be allocated high cost And infrequent problems with launch in the cold season. Optimal working temperature, By approval by car owners, up to -20-25 degrees.

How to distinguish fake

There is a possibility that the ratings of low quality HX8 5W-40 are associated with the acquisition of fakes. The products of the company Shell are one of the most frequent in the world. You can identify the original by external signs:

Tara of light gray shade, visually smooth, tactile smooth, without defects.

The original cover is a single integer with the connecting rod, which when opening should remain on the tank neck.

Pay attention to the label:

1. it should cause a barcode, its first digits - 50.
2. the text is easily distinguished, competently written, there are no typos and errors.

All product data displays on the canister:

1. party number,
2. the place where bottling was made
3. date.

Rodyshko Tara Relief.

Color original oil - Transparent amber (not black or dark brown), has a characteristic not sharp smell. Dark car can only be in the event that it is working out.

Conclusion

Helix HX8 walked is a high-quality engine oil endowed with a unique composition. It effectively protects motors during the entire time of use.