| NLGI Grade Numbers / Penetration | ||
| NLGI Grade |
ASTM Worked Penetration, 60 Stroke |
Penetration and Typical Methods of Application |
| 000 |
445 – 475 |
Very Fluid, used in centralized systems. |
| 00 |
400 - 430 |
Fluid, used in centralized systems and enclosed gear boxes. |
| 0 |
355 - 385 |
Semi-fluid, used in centralized systems. |
| 1 |
310 – 340 |
Very Soft, used in grease gun, centralized system or normal application. |
| 2 |
265 – 295 |
Soft, used in grease gun, centralized system or normal application. |
| 3 |
220 – 250 |
Medium Hard, used in grease gun or normal application. |
| 4 |
175 – 205 |
Hard, used in grease gun or special application. |
| 5 |
130 - 160 |
Very Hard, used for special application. |
| 6 |
85 - 115 |
Extremely Hard, block grease, used in open grease cellars or special application. |