- This is a domestically produced coolant that is used in cars and trucks. All coolants under this trademark comply with international quality standards. Felix antifreezes are of several types, consider their advantages and disadvantages.
1 Characteristics of antifreeze brand Felix
The antifreeze of this manufacturer is recommended for various types of gasoline and diesel engines and is designed to operate in a wide temperature range: from -45 to +50 degrees. The manufacturer produces liquids of various colors and compositions, which are classified according to European standards from G11 to G12 +. Due to the use of a moderate additive package, liquids of the same color, but of a different class, provided that they are produced under the Felix brand, can be mixed with each other without consequences for the car's cooling system.
Coolants brand "Felix" Antifreezes from this manufacturer contain standard anti-foam, anti-corrosion and other types of additives that act locally or permanently and increase the life of the entire cooling system, protecting rubber, metal and plastic elements. In addition to the standard set, some models of the G12 + class have additional organic compounds in the composition, which allow the use of fluid throughout the entire stage of engine operation without the need for replacement.
2 Pros and cons of using
All types of antifreeze brand Felix are in the middle price range and are available for a wide category of motorists. Antifreeze of this brand is used both for servicing domestic cars and for foreign cars (mainly European production). Among the advantages of this antifreeze are:
- High thermal conductivity, which provides a uniform load on the engine and prevents overheating of the engine or wear of various parts of the system.
- Balanced set of additives. The composition of the Felix red and green coolant includes organic compounds with anti-corrosion and good lubricating properties that allow you to keep the motor running normally.
- Affordable price and convenient packaging. Regardless of the type, antifreeze is supplied to the market in plastic canisters of various capacities with a special measuring line to control the amount of liquid being poured, a detailed description of the composition, a protective film and an original number, which allows you to distinguish the original from counterfeit products.
- For the price, Felix antifreeze is quite competitive with liquids from leading manufacturers from Russia and Europe.
It should be noted that since 2009, Felix antifreezes have been poured into the cooling system of new VAZ vehicles, including the new generation Lada Largus and Lada Priora.
Pouring antifreeze "Felix" into the car's cooling system
Among the shortcomings of the refrigerant from the Tosol-Sintez company, which, by the way, also produces antifreezes under the Sintec trademark, one can note a high degree of water evaporation from the antifreeze composition and a rather low local effect of anti-corrosion additives from the composition of Felix Carbox and Prolonger liquids. The most popular types of Felix antifreeze are recommended to be changed every 2 years - more often than other Russian antifreezes of the same price category.
Otherwise, Felix antifreezes do not have any particular drawbacks, as can be seen from the numerous reviews on various forums and thematic sites. Especially if you follow all the recommendations of the refrigerant manufacturer, change the fluid on time and maintain the entire engine cooling system in a functional state.
3 Main types and differences of Felix brand antifreezes
The most common type of Felix brand antifreeze is Felix Carbox 40 G12 red antifreeze.
Red antifreeze standard G12 "Felix Carbox 40"
This is a high quality red antifreeze based on carboxylate with the addition of an extended package of anti-foam and anti-corrosion additives.
The boiling point is -60 degrees, and the fluid resource is up to 250 thousand kilometers. Red antifreeze has excellent heat dissipation characteristics, prevents the appearance of deposits and scale on various parts of the cooling system. With the help of additives, it locally acts on the centers of corrosion, eliminating possible consequences and creating a reliable protective film in those places where it is necessary.
Felix Prolonger G11 green antifreeze is another popular type of antifreeze under the Felix brand. Provides protection of the engine from overheating, other parts from corrosion and extends the life of parts such as the pump, thermostat and radiator elements. Green antifreeze contains additives that provide prolonged protection of aluminum engine parts, therefore it is often recommended for Audi models after 1996 with aluminum cases. In terms of its properties, it slightly surpasses many antifreezes of other domestic brands, for example, Coolstream antifreeze of a similar class or Nord green antifreeze, but it is not reliable enough in comparison with European and Japanese manufacturers, for example, Hepu or TCL.
Felix Energy G12 yellow is a high-quality ethylene glycol-based coolant with a high content of additives and an increased boiling point and the beginning of crystallization. It is intended for cooling systems of forced engines and engines with an increased degree of load, for example, on trucks. Yellow antifreeze provides quick warm-up and start of the engine in extreme temperatures (up to +120 degrees). It has high lubricating properties and extended service life. Recommended for all types of trucks, including Mercedes, Iveco, Man, Cargo, Tatra and cars with uprated engines.
Unfortunately, fake antifreeze is still found on the shelves of stores in our vast Motherland. It would be nice if manufacturers of fakes poured just tinted water into canisters, but no, all kinds of chemicals interfere from the heart.
Why is fake antifreeze dangerous? Alas, these mixtures can easily corrode the cylinder head or make several holes in the radiator. Imagine what would happen if a person had a holey heart ... That's about the same with a car.
So, let's move on to a specific question: how to buy real antifreeze? In fact, it is not difficult, you need to know only a few properties of a real coolant. Here they are:
Real antifreeze tastes slightly sweet. If you are afraid to try it on the tongue (which is quite logical), then try it by touch. If the purchased liquid lathers slightly between your fingers, then you are incredibly lucky - you have purchased the original
Try boiling some of the suspect liquid. Either in a spoon, if you don't mind, or in a small tin can. Do you smell ammonia? It's a pity - you slipped a fake. Real antifreeze does not smell when boiling!
The third way to check for authenticity is salting. Take an aluminum container, pour antifreeze into it and throw in some salt. If sediment falls to the bottom, then you bought blue vitriol. Fraudsters used to indulge in this way, but now such cases are extremely rare.
Another way is to check the density with a hydrometer. You can do this right in the store, and give the fake back if it is found.
The last method is simple and reliable. Pour a little liquid from the purchased canister into a small glass and place it all in the freezer overnight. If in the morning it turns out that the liquid is frozen, then they slipped you something completely different from what they promised.
Sintec antifreeze is a technical cooling liquid that enters the middle segment. It has an unlimited service life.
The products are versatile, work under any climatic conditions, regardless of the type of power unit. The line is represented by a variety of products that fully comply with industry standards.
For production, hybrid technologies are used, involving the use of inorganic and organic additives. Special additives create the required positions for the protection of the engine and radiators. The formation of deposits, corrosion, overheating or freezing is excluded.
Production and supply of Sintec antifreeze
Antifreeze Sintek red G12 and other commercial units are produced in the city of Obninsk, at a specialized plant "Obninskorgsintez".
A special solution is obtained using the latest technology and high quality materials. The product is known in the CIS countries and far abroad.
Varieties of antifreeze Sintec
In the modern market, Sintek G12, G12 +, G12 ++, G11 enter the line. Differences and specifications are presented in the table below:
| Pair- meters | Unlimited G12++ | Premium G12+ | Lux G12 | Gold G12 | Ultra Gil | Universal G11 | Universal G11 |
| Show- Tel pH | 8,4 | 8,4 | 7,8 | 7,94 | 7,9 | 7,9 | 7,9 |
| alkali- ness | 34,6 | 34,6 | 5,0 | 6,43 | 13,2 | 13,5 | 13,4 |
| Crystal- lysis | -40 | -40 | -40 | -40 | -45 | -40 | -40 |
| Raft- ness | 1,074 | 1,074 | 1,074 | 1,075 | 1,079 | 1,075 | 1,075 |
| Color | Red- violet new | Red- violet- out | Red- orange- out | Yellow | Raspberry- red | Blue | Green |
| Packing | 1/5/220 kg | 1/5/220 kg | 1/5/10/20 /220 kg | 1/5 kg | 1/5/10/220 kg | 1/5/10/20 /220 kg | 1/3/5/10/ 220 kg |
| vendor code | 1/801502 5/803584 | 1/990453 5/990450 | 1/613500 3/990464 5/614500 10/756665 20/990470 220/650896 | 1/800525 5/800526 | 1/800304 5/800524 10/800517 220/801905 | 1/800302 5/800522 10/800515 20/990471 220/801904 | 1/802558 3/990465 5/800523 10/800516 220/801906 |
Said product received a carboxylate base. For manufacturing, technology based on ethylene glycol is used through the synthesis of organic origin.
Imported additives are used to impart appropriate properties to the product. The latter do not have amines, phosphates.
It is used in power units subjected to high loads. Products guarantee protection against corrosion, no overheating and excessive cooling, preventing clogging. The coolant is recommended for Volkswagens and MANs.
Sintec Unlimited G12 ++ is considered a hybrid product, for the production of which the bipolar decomposition of ethylene glycol is used. Technical fluid without limitation of service life, uses functional, foreign additives.
The composition does not contain nitrates, nitrites and other destructive chemical elements. The advantage of antifreeze is mixing with other products that do not have phosphates, amines. Designed for motors with increased load.
Sintec Lux antifreeze is a universal carboxylate product, which is produced using a new technology with the addition of organic matter. The solution does not contain borates and silicates, which gives the durability and correct operation of the equipment.
The product is intended for power units, including the automotive industry of AvtoVAZ OJSC. The technical fluid is approved for use in KAMAZ, MAN, Volkswagen, GAZ and MAZ vehicles.
Sintec Ultra antifreeze is a new generation technical fluid suitable for diesel and gasoline engines, including forced ones. The company's products protect equipment for a long time, prevent corrosion and clogging.
The composition of the solution without amines and nitrites, there are powerful additives for various purposes. The product has received thermal stability, the temperature regime lies within -45 / +112 degrees.
Sintec Gold G12
Sintec G12 yellow antifreeze is a specialized fluid obtained through the synthesis of ethylene glycol and the introduction of special additives.
It is used for Russian and foreign cars, creates the correct temperature regime. The presented product does not include destructive chemical elements. The operation of the power unit is soft, there is no corrosion and deposits. The term is unlimited.
Sintec Universal G11
Sintec antifreezes have another universal product G11 in the line. The coolant has received good performance due to the base of monoethylene glycol and the addition of special additives.
The presented commodity unit copes with medium and severe operating conditions, maintains the required mode of operation of the equipment.
It does not freeze in the cooling system, which does not damage gaskets, hoses and seals. Contains no harmful chemicals, which guarantees an increased service life. The purpose is wide, used for domestic and foreign cars.
Green Antifreeze Sintec is considered a unique product, derived through innovative technologies. The product includes imported corrosion inhibitors for reliability.
The application is diverse, it is poured for cars and trucks. Severe operating conditions are not a problem for the solution, this also applies to the temperature regime. The life of the water pump is extended by the effect of separate lubrication.
How to distinguish a fake?
The manufacturer's products have gained popularity, which has led to the emergence of non-original products. This means that the original product is purchased only from an authorized distributor.
Buying for bottling or from hand entails unjustified risks of rapid wear and failure of the cooling system.
Blue Sintec antifreeze or green, this is not an indication of which product is needed. The specification and approval for operation is important. However, color is the factor that helps to buy a product. When purchasing, be sure to evaluate the quality of the packaging.
The technical fluid must have complete information on each parameter that is applied to the label. The quality certificate icon is located in the central picture.
What new antifreeze canisters look like, the main differences from the old container - video
In addition, the packaging contains contact information. Since 2017, the company has changed its logo and began to write the freezing point and class in an enlarged way. The latter is allocated in a special block and is placed in the center. All products come in a new design.
Specification and approval
The manufacturer supplies products that meet the requirements and standards of the regional and global market. Antifreeze Sintec Unlimited, Lux, Euro and other varieties are supplied to Europe, where they are popular.
As for the issues of admission, it is presented in the table:
| Name | Tolerance |
|---|---|
| Premium G12++ | MAN 324 Tour SNF |
| VW TL 774 F (VW F) | |
| FUSO KAMAZ (FK) | |
| Premium G12+ | MAN 324 Tour SNF |
| VW F | |
| FK | |
| Lux G12 | VW TL 774 D (VW D) |
| TM3 | |
| GAS | |
| FK | |
| Ultra Gil | FK |
| Gold G12 | VW D |
| TM3 | |
| GAS | |
| FK | |
| Universal Gil | FK |
| EuroGil | Derways |
| FK |
When and how to use?
Attention is paid to the specification and the possibility of applying to a specific make and model. This depends on the duration of the equipment operation.
Drainage is carried out using specialized suction devices that remove dirt inside the nozzles.
note
It is impossible to fill in the concentrate, it should be diluted with distilled water beforehand. The proportions depend on the manufacturer's recommendations, as described on the package. It is not recommended to use antifreeze of different specifications that have a different composition.
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Antifreezes of the G12 + standard appeared relatively recently - in 2008. They are considered the latest generation of coolants and are of high quality. These include Sintec Unlimited G12 ++ antifreeze from Obninskorgsintez, one of the leading auto chemical goods manufacturers in Russia.
Description of antifreeze
Antifreeze Sintec Unlimited G12 ++ is the only lobrid antifreeze produced in Russia. This is the latest bipolar technology, taking all the best from carboxylate and mineral. The peculiarity of Sintec Unlimited is that it creates a very thin protective film on the surface of the parts of the cooling system, which begins to act only where corrosion centers occur. And the carbons that make up the substance are directly sent to where it is most likely to occur.
That is why Sintec Unlimited antifreeze is considered a non-consumable corrosion inhibitor. Therefore, the period of its use is practically unlimited, especially when pouring into a new engine. In general - up to 500 thousand kilometers or five years for cars.
Sintec coolant provides maximum protection under extreme operating conditions. Effectively eliminates the causes of potential radiator leaks, prevents the thermostat from clogging, and the water pump from breaking.
Composition, color and features of the standard
Label on the back of the Sintec Unlimited package Unlimited G12 antifreeze is based on an ethylene glycol base and a package of high-quality modern additives. The composition includes organic acids, silicates, carboxylic components. The product is completely free from nitrites, nitrates, amines, phosphates, borates.
The color of the coolant is purple. Antifreezes themselves are colorless liquids. Dyes are added during production. Firstly, this is done so that a person can distinguish poisonous coolant from ordinary water. Secondly, the color of antifreeze signals its composition and properties, so that you can already determine by eye what exactly is poured into the system and what can be added there without harm to the engine. Thirdly, bright colors help to detect leaks.
In the case of Sintec G12++, the purple tint of the liquid indicates that it is an organic-based lobrid product with added silicates and that it has a virtually unlimited life.
This is what the G12 product standard says. All coolants of this standard are made on an ethylene glycol basis and act “pointed”, that is, where it is most needed. And the prefix to G12 in the form of a double plus indicates that this antifreeze was created using the most modern technologies and for the most modern cars.
Specifications
Scope and Compatibility
Automaker approvals on Sintec Unlimited antifreeze label The scope of this coolant is any type of engine in cars manufactured after 2001. The product was developed primarily for extreme operating conditions and motors subjected to high loads. The use of this antifreeze is recommended by the following automakers:
- Volkswagen;
- Audi;
- Seat;
- Skoda;
- Lamborghini;
- Bugatti;
- Porsche;
- Bentley;
- FUSO KAMAZ.
Of course, subject to the appropriate specifications.
Important! It is possible to mix Sintec G12 plus plus standard coolant with any other antifreeze without the presence of nitrites, amines, phosphates in the composition.
Advantages and disadvantages
New and old (OEM) packaging Sintec UNLIMITED Syntec Unlimited coolant is the latest generation of antifreeze. Therefore, it has a number of significant advantages in comparison with liquids of previous developments. These benefits include:
- combining all the best that was in the technologies of the previous generation;
- the possibility of mixing with other high-quality coolants;
- almost unlimited period of use when pouring into a new engine;
- maintaining optimal temperature conditions;
- high boiling point and thermal conductivity;
- high protection against various types of corrosion, including chemical.
It is logical to assume that with such properties, the cost of this product will be higher than simpler antifreezes, and this is the main drawback. However, it is almost offset by a long service life. Another drawback is that under the guise of the original liquid, you can often stumble upon a fake.
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How to distinguish a fake
Line of Sintec antifreezes on store shelves There are quite a lot of counterfeits of Sintec products due to its popularity. Fraudsters at best manage to achieve similar technical characteristics, but there can be no question of the unique properties that this product has. Fake antifreeze can cause irreparable damage to the cooling system and the entire engine as a whole. Therefore, it is important to know how to distinguish the original from the fake in appearance:
- Color. In our case, red-violet and no other.
- Price. A new generation of high-quality coolant simply cannot be cheap.
- Quality certificate. Must have for every antifreeze.
- Information. The label must indicate all indicators of the product, including crystallization temperature and density.
- Manufacturer. The label should contain all information about the manufacturer, including the address, phone number for complaints, official website.
Well, in general, this is the quality of the packaging. There should be no defects and damage, smeared inscriptions, crooked labels with traces of glue and bubbles.
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The importance of the cooling system for the car engine is self-explanatory. The working fluid in the cooling system is antifreeze, it is also coolant, it is also antifreeze. Let us consider in detail the principle of operation and the properties of antifreeze, which make it possible to effectively cool the parts of the unit. How to choose the right antifreeze so as not to run into a fake? The answers are in our article.
Water as the first antifreeze
In the early days of the automotive industry, coolant was plain water. If cars drove only in warm latitudes, then they would never need a different antifreeze. After all, water has a high boiling point, perfectly removes heat from heated elements and accumulates it. In addition, the viscosity of water is very low, which allows it to be pumped without problems. But water also has serious disadvantages. This is freezing at a sufficiently high temperature (at zero degrees), a sharp expansion of the volume during freezing, leading to a rupture of pipelines, a manifestation of metal corrosion, and the formation of scale.
Initially, it was supposed to add the necessary substances to the water in order to level its shortcomings. But, as a result, the positive qualities of water decreased. The solution to the problem was the use of glycols.
Ethylene glycol is the basis of modern antifreeze
Ethylene glycol was used as antifreeze. Its boiling point is higher than that of water, and its freezing point is -65 degrees Celsius. Evaporation losses are minimal. The heat capacity and thermal conductivity of ethylene glycol is slightly lower than that of water. Interestingly, even when frozen, glycols do not form a continuous mass of ice and do not expand in volume. A sort of "porridge" is formed with ice crystals floating in ethylene glycol. Of the disadvantages of ethylene glycol, it is worth highlighting the expansion with strong heating. Therefore, expansion tanks began to be used in cooling systems. Ethylene glycol is no less aggressive to metals than water. Therefore, anti-corrosion additives are added to it.
Modern coolant contains water, ethylene glycol, corrosion inhibitors, a dye and an antifoam additive. In the CIS, out of habit, antifreezes are called "antifreeze", this name comes from the trademark of coolants that was popular in Soviet times.
We distinguish real antifreeze from a fake
How to choose a real antifreeze and not run into a fake? They say real antifreeze tastes a bit sweet. This is true, but it is categorically impossible to try it on the tongue, due to its extreme toxicity. Note that the legends about adding sugar to antifreeze are now a thing of the past. Sugar for these purposes today is unreasonably expensive! Some negligent sellers also managed to add salt. This, of course, turned the cooling radiator and the entire cooling system into a time bomb. After all, salt is detrimental to absolutely all metal parts. But that, too, is most likely in the past. Another popular “test” is to put antifreeze in the refrigerator overnight. If the liquid remains clear, then it is not fake.
Let's put aside the home-grown methods for determining real antifreeze. We advise you to rely on common sense and logic. Firstly, 1 liter of coolant cannot cost less than a certain level, determined by the price of 0.5 liters of ethylene glycol, which is part of it. Secondly, you should buy antifreeze from trusted sellers and reliable stores.
Pay attention to the integrity of the factory packaging! Each package with antifreeze must contain an image of a quality certificate, and all the main indicators of the coolant must be indicated on the package. The main ones are density And crystallization temperature. Equally important is pH level. It should be in the range of 7.0-11.5, which means a neutral or slightly alkaline antifreeze medium. The alkaline indicator allows the antifreeze to withstand the acid that appears during the decomposition of ethylene glycol from exhaust gases, etc. Alkaline indicator measure the number of milliliters of dilute hydrochloric acid, which is necessary to neutralize the antifreeze alkali. One of the key indicators is boiling temperature(should be at least 100 degrees) and mass fraction antifreeze, distilled to a temperature of 150 degrees. The last indicator should be no more than 50%. It shows the ability of a liquid to boil away when overheated.
Less important indicators are foaming, swelling of rubber elements, corrosion of metals. It is interesting that in a day any metal surface with an area of 1 sq.m. under the influence of antifreeze should not lose more than 1 gram of metal.
Finally, we note that the maximum service life of antifreeze in a car's cooling system is 3 years or 60 thousand kilometers. But this is for a new radiator and cooling system. In other cases, it is necessary to change the antifreeze once every two years. This will protect you from corrosion of parts of the cooling system, "hardening" of rubber elements and other troubles.
Take care of your car, meet the deadline, use high-quality consumables and the car will serve you faithfully.
