How OEMs Achieved Better GSL Performance with LSG 100 F / 500 F

Overview

A leading automotive component manufacturer in India was seeking improvement with their gear shifter systems, especially under Indian driving conditions. Molygraph was approached to provide a solution that would enhance the haptic feedback, reduce gear shifting effort, and meet stringent OEM validation criteria without compromising on compatibility and long-term performance.

Challenge

• Significant gear-shifting force was causing driver fatigue.
• Lack of awareness around the right grease for GSL lubrication suited to Indian road conditions.
• High time, cost, and effort involved in getting a new product validated.
• OEM involvement with strict performance benchmarks.
• Material compatibility with plastics and elastomers used in gear shifter assemblies.
• Need to meet demanding functional and tactile (haptic) expectations.

Solution

Product Recommended: Molygraph LSG 100 F/ 500 F

• Compatible with POM, PA, and a wide range of elastomers used in GSL mechanisms.
• Thixotropic silicone grease ensuring consistent damping and smooth gear engagement.
• 500 cSt base oil viscosity, ideal for Indian driving and environmental conditions.
• Enhanced tactile (haptic) feedback during gear shifting.
  

Result

• Successful validation and acceptance by the OEM—breaking the monopoly of an existing supplier in a critical application.
• Significantly improved driving experience due to smoother gear shifts.
• While there was no direct cost-saving, the trust built with the OEM is invaluable.
• Opened up an annual business potential for future projects.