Typical Fluid Viscosities

 

Fluid
Temp(°F)
Average Viscosity (CPS)

 

Water
70
1
Turpentine
70
1.45
Kerosene
60
3
SAE 10
180
7
Caustic Dyes
70
10
Ethylene Glycol
70
20
Dairy Creme
40
20
Corn Oil
70
30
Olive Oil
115
40
SAE 10
100
45
SAE 20
100
55
Olive Oil
70
100
Mineral Oil
100
100
SAE 30
100
105
Varnish
100
140
Metallic Auto Pair
70
200
SAE 30
70
300
Auto Trans Fluid
100
350
Glycerin
20
500
Honey
100
1500
Adhesive (Box Construction)
70
3000
Lecithin
125
3500
Shampoo
70
5000
Printers Ink
70
10000
Toothpaste
70
25000
 

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