Cargill introduces new rapeseed dielectric fluid for transformers
Cargill has launched FR3r™ natural ester, a new transformer insulating fluid made from more than 95 % rapeseed oil.
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USA, Minnesota, Wayzata: Cargill has launched FR3r™ natural ester, a new transformer insulating fluid made from more than 95 % rapeseed oil.
Transformer users around the world are seeking a higher performing, more reliable and sustainable insulating fluid than mineral oil, and now they can use this fully biodegradable natural ester option from renewable rapeseed.
“As the original natural ester manufacturer, Cargill continues to expand our portfolio of highly renewable plant-based solutions for industrial needs around the globe and the launch of FR3r fluid is another example of how we are meeting the needs of our customers to achieve their sustainability goals,” said Javi McGuiggan, global category leader in Cargill’s Bioindustrial group. “Developing more natural ester options for the power generation and distribution industry provides better alternatives for customers around the globe who continue to expand their sustainability efforts while also looking for higher performing products.”
Compared to traditional mineral oil, FR3r continuously dries paper insulation without creating any harmful by-products.
Plant-based natural ester continues to replace traditional mineral oil in transformers around the world as users seek more sustainable and reliable solutions. FR3r fluid is K-class certified, helping mitigate the risk of fire because of its exceptionally high fire point of 360 °C compared to only 160 °C with mineral oil and can achieve up to 20 %higher loading capacity.
Source: Cargill
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