The group is a well-known Russian manufacturer of auto chemicals, consumables and related products, coolants for cooling and heating systems for residential and industrial premises, packaging containers for various products. The antifreezes he produces are used by large oil and gas companies, Gazprom, Sibneft, in their own equipment, and have also been loved among the people for more than ten years.
NORD coolants are based on a combination of modern developments by Russian scientists and the best world practices. The technologies used in production do not copy foreign analogues, but keep up with the times. Perhaps this is the success of the company.
Description of NORD antifreeze
One of the most popular products produced by the KhimAVTO holding is NORD antifreeze. High-quality coolant is produced on the basis of ethylene glycol with a package of modern balanced additives. It has high cooling characteristics and reliably protects the engine from overheating and hypothermia even under increased loads. Retains all its properties at ambient temperatures from minus 40 to plus 112 degrees Celsius.
Additives added to NORD coolant reliably protect all parts of the cooling system - metal of all types of alloys, plastic, rubber - from corrosion, erosion and rapid wear. Not only does the liquid envelop the parts with a thin protective film, but the inhibitors also act in a targeted manner, where destructive processes have already begun.
In addition, NORD antifreeze has high anti-foam, anti-cavitation and lubrication characteristics. Having filled it once, you can safely drive it for five years without thinking about replacing it - this is the service life of this antifreeze. The quality of the product is confirmed by numerous tests conducted by popular Russian auto magazines.
Interesting! NORD coolant is available in four colors - red, green, blue, yellow. All four antifreezes have exactly the same composition and characteristics, differing only in the type of added dye.
Antifreeze is distributed in four canister sizes - 1, 3, 5, 10 liters, which is especially convenient compared to most coolants, which are distributed in 2-3 liters. Any Nord antifreeze is ready for use: concentrate is not available.
Purpose and properties of coolant
Antifreeze or coolant are alcohol-containing solutions whose crystallization temperature is lower than the freezing point of water. Automotive antifreeze substances consist of glycol compounds, a package of improving additives and water. Additives contain anti-corrosion, anti-foam and sometimes fluorescent components in their structure.
Coolants are designed to maintain the thermal balance of the engine at low or high temperatures, as well as to protect the cooling jacket from damage during winter operation.
Only high-quality antifreezes have these properties. One of the representatives of this segment is the Nord coolant, which has the following technical characteristics:
- Protects engine parts from the aggressive effects of low and high temperatures, cavitation and chemical corrosion.
- Prevents the formation of vapor locks in the channels of the cooling system.
- Interacts well with rubber seals and polymer engine elements.
- Increases the service life of the water pump, radiator and other fluid-washed parts by 10–20%.
- It has high thermal conductivity, which ensures quick warm-up of the engine in winter.
- Provides easy detection of leaks due to the presence of fluorescent substances in the solution.
- Has a long service interval.
Composition, color, standard
NORD antifreeze is made on the basis of pure ethylene glycol with a package of balanced anti-corrosion, anti-foam and cleaning additives. As mentioned above, the four varieties are red, green, yellow and blue. Dyes do not affect the properties of the liquid in any way and are added to distinguish antifreeze from other liquids and quickly find leaks. By the way, a fluorescent component has also been added to the Nord coolant for this purpose.
If we use the classification of antifreezes borrowed from the Volkswagen concern, then this particular one can be classified as standard G12. This category includes modern carboxylate coolants.
What is refrigerant used for?
Coolant is designed to control the temperature inside the engine. It removes heat from rubbing parts. In hot weather, antifreeze prevents the engine from overheating, and in cold weather, it prevents it from freezing. This became possible thanks to the special chemical composition of the coolant: its boiling point is much higher than that of water, and it does not freeze even in severe frosts.
But only high-quality refrigerant has these properties. Low-quality products negatively affect the functioning of the car: they lead to disruption of the cooling system, engine boiling, and the appearance of rusty sediment.
Some manufacturers make coolant as follows:
- Use diluted refrigerant concentrate of well-known brands;
- They make so-called “light products”, where the active substances are in much smaller quantities than necessary.
- They use obsolete or untested recipes in production.
All this negatively affects the quality of products. Therefore, you need to take the choice of refrigerant seriously and choose formulations from well-known brands.
Application and Compatibility
Nord refrigerant is truly universal. It is used for cooling engines of cars, trucks, and special equipment. Compatible with various types of motors. As the experience of using it in heavy equipment of oil producing companies in the North shows, this antifreeze is also resistant to harsh operating conditions.
Important! Mixing with any analogs is allowed - other refrigerants of the same class based on ethylene glycol. You can mix antifreezes of different colors - the main thing is that their characteristics are the same. However, it is better not to experiment with mixing different brands. After all, products from different factories - even if they belong to the same class - may contain different additives that neutralize each other.
Customer Reviews
The final idea about the product will be provided by some comments from the Internet.
Andrey, 37 years old
Antifreeze is great! Domestic, excellent quality. I'm pleased with the low price. The engine hasn't boiled yet, but sometimes you have to add more fuel. I recommend.
Anatoly, 45 years old
For the summer period, OODA is just right, but in winter there were problems. At -25, -30 degrees, the engine began to act up. Otherwise, I liked the refrigerant, so I will continue to use it.
Georgy Petrovich, 64 years old
For a pensioner, a good indicator is the price. Nord is a cooler that is sold in convenient containers and at a low price. I bought antifreeze of different colors, there is no difference, they all work smoothly.
Advantages and disadvantages
NORD antifreeze line
Test results and good reviews from car enthusiasts confirm the high quality of NORD multi-colored antifreezes. Here are the advantages they have:
- protection of metal, plastic, rubber components of the cooling system from corrosion and cavitation;
- lubrication and protection of the oil seal of the pump, radiator, pump;
- extending the service life of the entire unit;
- rapid cooling and maintenance of operating temperature;
- stability of operation under increased loads;
- replacement period – five years;
- affordable price;
- adding fluorescent additives.
However, the same reviews show that the liquid also has minor drawbacks: over time, it becomes cloudy and sediment appears. In addition, in cold weather it sometimes malfunctions.
A little history
The nice thing is that the creation of this product is based on domestic know-how from Russian scientists, along with the fact that most other refrigerants were not produced very intricately.
The concentrate was bought abroad for pennies, which was not certified locally, and diluted in certain proportions, after which it went on sale. Accordingly, the quality of such a product left much to be desired. Against this background, Nordics, as they were lovingly called by both manufacturers and car enthusiasts, had all the necessary performance characteristics, thereby winning the trust of almost the entire car population of the country.
Nord antifreeze today is a fully certified product that has all the necessary approvals for use and safe use.
It is no secret that antifreeze is used not only in cars; oil producing and oil refining companies use this material for their own purposes. Nord fully lives up to its name, as it is able to maintain its working structure, both in extreme frosts and in unbearable heat, without malfunctioning.
How to spot a fake
NORD antifreeze is not one of the most frequently counterfeited products, but such cases do occur. The following points will help distinguish the original from the fake.
The products are packaged in original containers containing security elements: logo, color corresponding to the color of the liquid, high-quality printing and error-free text. The label contains the following information:
- brand name;
- composition and main characteristics;
- manufacturer data, including address, telephone number;
- recommendations for use.
It would also be useful to study the quality certificate and check the article number.
Mixing analogues
This question worries many car enthusiasts, especially beginners. The forums say different things. Some people believe that refrigerants should not be mixed - this can almost lead to explosions. Others claim that all antifreezes are interchangeable and can be mixed in any proportions. Still others advise sticking to one color.
If you decide to mix different liquids, then first of all pay attention to their chemical composition. If they are identical and have the same set of additives, then the liquids can be mixed. But usually each manufacturer uses its own chemical set of components, so if the data in the specifications differs, then it is better not to risk it and completely replace the fluid. Otherwise, the reaction may be unpredictable: sediment, turbidity, and insoluble elements will appear.
Nord antifreezes of all lines and colors can be mixed without fear. All of them are based on purified ethylene glycol and have the same set of additives. The mixture of compounds retains all useful qualities and reliably protects the system.
Is it possible to mix
Many car enthusiasts are concerned about the question: is it permissible to mix different types and brands? Numerous reviews provide completely opposite information - some say that there will be no dire consequences from pouring one antifreeze into another. Others advise under no circumstances to experiment on your own car. Still others recommend going by the color of the antifreeze - red can be diluted with red, and green with green.
In fact, in this entire flow of information, only one factor matters - the composition of the antifreeze. If the base and additive package are identical, then the coolants can be mixed. However, in coolants of different brands such coincidences are extremely rare, because the set and balance of additives can be very different. And this discrepancy can cause a completely unexpected chemical reaction, which will lead to harmful foaming, the formation of an insoluble precipitate and other undesirable consequences.
As for nord antifreeze, after studying the instructions, you will find that it is based on the same substance - ethylene glycol. This means that red and green types can be mixed with each other without fear of damaging the cooling system.
Based on all of the above, we can conclude that the Nord brand is a worthy representative of domestic coolants, which, based on a combination of affordable price and good quality, can easily compete with imported antifreezes.
Specifications
Antifreeze NORD G12 red has parameters.
| Name | Meaning |
| Type | Ready |
| Color | Transparent red |
| Manufacturer | Russia |
| Class | G12 |
| Threshold of complete crystallization ˚С | -46 |
| Threshold for the formation of the first crystals ˚С | -42 |
| Maximum operating temperature ˚С | +112 |
| Lifetime | 5 years or 200,000 km. |
| The basis | Monoethylene glycol |
| Additive type | Carboxylate |
Release form and articles
Taking into account the diversity of the domestic car market, Nord G 12 antifreeze is available in four types of containers. This quantity is sufficient to cover the needs of users.
Ease of identification of Nord antifreeze is guaranteed by the presence of unique article numbers corresponding to specific containers:
- 1 l – NR20225;
- 3 l – NR22243;
- 5 l – NR20249;
- 10 l – NR20485.
What is better to fill - antifreeze or antifreeze?
Finally, it is worth dispelling some myths regarding coolants, or rather, their names. Car enthusiasts often argue among themselves: what exactly is the difference between antifreeze and antifreeze, and what will be better for the system? Before you find out what is better to fill - antifreeze or antifreeze, let's first understand the concepts.
Antifreeze is the common name for coolants. It is used all over the world and has no other meanings. Antifreeze is a domestic product that also belongs to the antifreeze segment. The word “Antifreeze” itself is an abbreviation that indicates the developer of the liquid and its membership in the group of alcohols. TOS – department of “Technology of Organic Synthesis” at the Research Institute; OL – alcohol group.
This entire enterprise was organized back in 1971, and then no one thought of patenting the name of the liquid. Therefore, it went “for a walk” among domestic mediocre antifreeze manufacturers. Another remarkable feature of antifreeze is that it belongs only to the mineral class. That is, antifreeze can be mineral (marked G11), organic (G12) and hybrid (G13).
- Antifreeze lasts about two years and you can drive no more than 50 thousand kilometers on it: the mineral composition has never been durable.
- Organic coolant lasts up to five years and is designed for 250-300 thousand kilometers.
- Hybrid (“lobrid” - trade) antifreezes are as universal as possible in their chemical composition, and they can be safely mixed with the previous two.
Nord liquids
NORD antifreeze is the brainchild of the Russian. The brand has been producing coolants for quite a long time (since 1993) and has become very experienced in this matter. Year after year, the company improves technological processes, as well as existing equipment.
A solid indicator of quality is the fact that the brand’s products have been adopted by such giants as Gazprom and Lukoil. The latter are engaged in oil development in the Far North, among other things, which means they will not pour low-quality liquid into their equipment.
In terms of its chemical composition and effectiveness, NORD antifreeze is practically in no way inferior to its foreign analogues. The brand has all the necessary certificates, so there is no need to talk about the dubiousness of the composition.
Features of choice
In general, you need to choose a specific color of liquid, guided by the operating instructions for your car: everything is written in detail there in the “Cooling Systems” section, and recommendations for the chemical composition should be given.
Taking into account the same passports for vehicles, we can generalize that red Nord antifreeze is suitable for systems made of copper and brass (yellow radiator panel), and green for those with more aluminum and similar alloys (silver panel ).
Main groups of coolers
The main difference, as mentioned above, is not in color, but in components. They can be divided into several groups using markings. There are currently two main groups on the market.
For example, G11 is usually green antifreeze
. It contains organic matter and chemical additives. Phosphates, borates, silicates and some carboxylic acid are used. This combination of substances envelops the corrosion centers, eliminating the possibility of further spread.
Group G12 – red liquid
, but again there are exceptions. An undeniable advantage is the predominant use of organic matter. A minimum of aggressive substances that can damage parts of the cooling system. At the moment they have the best characteristics.
