ASTM D2265 Grease Dropping Point — Overview

General reference on grease dropping point and what it does/doesn’t imply about service temperature.

This page provides a neutral standards reference table. Confirm current standard publications for definitive values.

Classification Table

Concept	Notes
Dropping Point	Temperature where grease transitions and a drop falls under test conditions
Service Temperature	Often lower than dropping point; depends on base oil, thickener, load, and speed
Use in Selection	Helpful for screening high-temp needs, but not sufficient alone

Last updated: February 5, 2026