You will learn everything from how to take a proper oil sample to how to select a test slate for your applications. The guideline is a basic framework of evidence and expert. A guide to the interpretation of used oil analysis results. Introduction to oil analysis wear lubricant free 30day. Rapeseed oil based chain oils biodegraded more effectively than corresponding tall oil. Every year, industrial plants pay millions of dollars for commercial laboratories to perform analysis on used and new oil samples.
Aligning oil analysis with failure modes effects and criticality analysis fmeca understanding oil analysis. Oil analysis fundamentals interpreting the language your oil is speaking prevailing myths about oil analysis common applications for sampling and analysis three categories of oil analysis oil sampling the very best practices 11 elements of a successful oil analysis program how clean should sample bottles be. To meet this high level of quality our lab is iso 9001. Data interpretation overview there are a number of factors which can influence oil sample results basic interpretation depends on knowledge of.
Lubricating oil analysis according to astm d5185 using the. This 6th edition of the practical guide to oil analysis cements the guides reputation as a valuable resource for maintenance and reliability professionals. With bureau veritas exclusive lube oil analysis management system loams sm, maintenance personnel can optimize equipment reliability and productivity using. Utilization increase margins of operational safety increase availability by decreasing downtime increase overall component lifespan. When the paper breaks down, furanic compounds are generated. Methods for essential oil analysis another interesting development of gc methods in essential oil analysis is the application of the gcolfactometry odour evaluation or gcsniffing technique15. Some types of wear produce particles that are extremely small. Its easy to see the importance of a proactive oil analysis program, but knowing. The importance of monitoring for individual antioxidants in multicomponent antioxidant additive packages. Oil content calculated on dry weight basis was significantly higher in the fresh harvested herb 2. The history of oil analysis the first used oil analysis dates back by the mid1950s the u. Basics of oil condition monitoring through oil analysis. Sep 16, 2016 what is oil analysis oil analysis is the sampling and laboratory analysis of a lubricants properties, suspended contaminants, and wear debris.
Viscosity is a measure of oil s resistance to flow at a particular temperature where does it come from. Scott leipprandt has been involved with maintenance and reliability efforts for most of his professional career. In figure 1, we show an integrated oil analysis scheme for a gearbox that combines four different levels of diagnosis. All osha publications occupational safety and health. So for an oil to be classified as iso 100, the viscosity must fall within 90 to 110 centistokes cst. Oil analysis is the laboratory analysis of a lubricants properties, suspended contaminants, and wear debris. A cheaper faas technique with similar pretreatment of oil samples was tested and it pr oved to be useful especially in analyzing small amounts of samples. The basic technique at this time is chromatography with either flame ionization detectors fids or mass spectrometry detectors ms. Oil analysis is the most effective way to prolong the useful life of lubricants, while maintaining maximum protection of equipment. Aug 16, 2018 oil analysis can go a long way towards extending the life of your lubricant and equipment. Navy began to the early 1940s by the railway to use spectrometric techniques to companies in the western united monitor jet.
Oa is performed during routine predictive maintenance to provide meaningful and accurate information on lubricant and machine condition. Oil analysis the basics testing the following tests are used by exxonmobil depending on application to determine changes in physical properties of the oil, oil contamination and equipment wear debris. Starting managing and administering an oil analysis. Utilization decrease unscheduled downtime increase overall component lifespan control lube consumption and oil disposal costs assist with product selection, comparison and veriication maintenance. An oil analysis report contains a lot of data that can tell you a lot about your equipment, lubricant and processes. Equipment configuration addition of lube skid, filtration or other performance options operating conditions extended intervals, humid environment, overloaded, running hot, etc.
Oil analysis provides critical early warning information to impending machine failure. Google scholar provides a simple way to broadly search for scholarly literature. By tracking oil analysis sample results over the life of a particular machine, trends can be established which can help eliminate costly repairs. In areas where oil is found in shallow reservoirs, seeps of crude oil or gas may naturally develop, and some oil could simply be collected from seepage or tar ponds. Category engines rotating machines machine wear fine wear metal elements. Pdf oil analysis for dummies ebook rodrigo silva academia. With more than 90 illustrations, figures and lookup tables, youll reference oil analysis basics for years to come. Particulate count tests, which clue you into what may be. Presented in partnership with noria corporation, the oil analysis fundamentals course provides comprehensive information regarding lubricant analysis and its critical role in increasing machinery life and uptime the online training course is designed to assist reliability professionals in defining oil sample frequencies, proper sampling methodologies and bestpractices in equipment retrofitting.
Basic gcfid and gcms techniques are summarized and examples given. The iso vg refers to the oil s kinematic viscosity at 40 degrees c. What different oil analysis test will detect oil analysis important tables oil analysis test caution critical shell limits cleanliness iso 1411 iso 16 no data dryness 200 600 no data tan 0. Oil analysis is performed as part of a routine condition monitoring program to provide meaningful and accurate information on the lubricant and overall condition of the machine. Routine oil analysis is key to a successful maintenance program. Sampling procedure and location test limitations equipment metallurgy. Introduction to oil analysis wear lubricant free 30. Oil analysis fundamentals course spectro scientific. The amount and rate of generation of these compounds are used to assess the condition of the paper. In the essential oil gcsniffing method, the analyst writes notes on the gc chromatogram when odour is perceived by his nose as detector. Hazard communication overview occupational safety and health. By 1955 oil analysis had matured to the point that the united states naval bureau of weapons. As basic research and technology expanded, progress in lubricant testing kept pace.
It provides information about the condition of the oil, its suitability for further use and to a certain extent information about the condition of the machinery lubricated by the oil. With more than 90 illustrations, figures and lookup tables, youll referen. Matt has written working procedures for oil sample testing, designed and managed multiple lubrication and oil analysis programs and has consulted in the fields of lubrication and oil. Furanic compoundsin oil analysis astm d5837iec 61198 paper is the most important electrical insulating material in transformers.
Topics covered in the latest document include hazard analysis, safeguarding machinery, awareness devices and hazardous energy lockouttagout. Engine oil analysis basics keep the rods in the block engines run hard, hot and have erratic duty cycles. Basics of oil analysis, oil analysis benefits chemtech. The accuracy of faas was sufficient for quantitative work in machine diagnostics and waste oil characterization. Precondition of a valuable oil analysis and its interpretation is a.
The basics of oil analysis commercial oil analysis uses a combination of physical and chemical tests to monitor component wear, lubricant condition and contamination. As oil analysis is an integral part of the maintenance plan for power generation and manufacturing plants, overtheroad trucking fleets, offroad construction equipment, aircraft, refrigeration systems, processing and chemical plants, no tpm total productive maintenance, lean manufacturing or six sigma initiative will reach its goal without. Those trained in the language can crack the code of even the most complex problems. Streamlined grease sampling and analysis for detecting wear, oxidation and mixed greases.
From idling in cold to running hard in the summer heat your engine has a hard life. Because it is such a valuable tool, understanding how to read your oil analysis report is critical. Therefore, the goal of a proactive oil analysis program is to trend gradual changes in fluid properties, contaminants and wear debris so that corrective action can. Navy began using oil analysis to monitor jet engines. Jan 01, 2011 this chapter presents a brief introduction to oil analysis. Particles of any size have the propensity to cause serious damage if allowed to enter the. The hazard communication standard hcs is now aligned with the globally harmonized system of classification and labeling of chemicals ghs. Key oil analysis parameters and corresponding analytical techniques. Tribologists often perform or interpret oil analysis da. On the other hand, linseed oil is highly unsaturated, which makes it a drying oil, well suited. The study of wear in machinery is called tribology. Tbn titrations are appropriate for engine oil analysis. Oil analysis tests how each of these tests are performed, and what they mean viscosity icp spectroscopy testing for water demulsibility ftit acid numberbase number.
To be categorized at a certain iso grade, the oil s viscosity must fall within plus or minus 10 percent of the grade. A quick guide to reading your oil analysis report petrochoice. Historically, we know of the tales of eternal fires where oil and gas seeps would ignite and burn. Oil analysis isnt cheap, and neither is the equipment on which it reveals information. Most oil analyzers can test for wear metals elements like iron, aluminum, and copper to see if things like piston rings, pistons, bearings, or valvetrain components are breaking down. The iodine value in chemistry is the mass of iodine in grams that is consumed by 100 grams of. Tops is a set of specifications developed and maintained by the doble oil committee and is the basis for the annual oil survey testing.
Introduction to shell lube analyst understanding the basic tests page 4 of 24 viscosity oil thickness measurement of new and used oils characterise the lubricant as to its grade. Oil analysis and its role in equipment reliability. Over the years, he has helped countless companies with the. Fox and mcdonalds introduction to fluid mechanics, 8th. Oil analysis involves sampling and analyzing oil for various properties and materials that indicate wear and contamination in an engine, transmission or hydraulic system.
Inservice lubricant and machine analysis, diagnostics, and prognostics. Jan 29, 2016 well now discuss some of the basics of oil analysis. A masters guide to using fuel oil onboard ships the standard club. This easytoread handbook is packed with detailed information to help you understand oil analysis. First of a fivepart series on oil analysis april, may, july. Level ii mla spanish international council for machinery. Chapter 1 grasping the basics of lubrication and oil testing in this chapter. The purpose behind performing oil analysis an overview of the parameters of lubrication and wear that oil analysis can effectively monitor 2. Oil analysis oa is the laboratory analysis of a lubricants properties, suspended contaminants, and wear debris. Reported as mg hclgm sample, or how much hydrochloric acid did it take to neutralize the basic constituents in one gram of sample. Other types of wear generate larger particles that can be visually observed in the oil. One easy way to catch a glimpse of your engines overall health is through an oil analysis. Oil analysis tests reveal information about lubricant condition, contamination and machine wear. Top 10 misperceptions about oil analysis reliabilityweb.
Basic benefits and understanding of oil analysis programs. For decades, oil analysis has helped diagnose the internal condition of oil wetted components and their lubricants in virtually every industry that involves heavy duty machinery or stationary industrial equipment. Therefore, oil analysis must be capable of measuring a wide range of wear and contaminant particles. A guide to the interpretation of used oil analysis results introduction analysis of samples to determine the condition of both the oil and the machine is not a new concept, but modern, rapid and computerized analysis equipment has made regular routine sampling economically viable. Techniques with an asterisk are used in products from spectro scientific, inc. Oil analysis can provide valuable information about the componentsystem being tested, such as the viscosity of the oil in use, the cleanliness of the oil in use, the presence of internal or external contamination water fuel coolant. Understanding the basics of oil analysis fluid life. This easytoread handbook is packed with detailed information to help you understand oil analysis and lubrication fundamentals. Search across a wide variety of disciplines and sources. Lubricating oil analysis according to astm d5185 using the thermo scientific icap 7400 icpoes application note 43158 authors nora bartsch, application specialist, thermo fisher scientific, bremen, germany keywords additives, contaminants, used oil, wear metals introduction analysis of used lubricating oil for wear metals, contaminants and additive.
The material is appropriate for anyone responsible for the operation, servicing, and care of machines or equipment employers, employees, safety professionals and industrial hygienists. Objective of sampling regular analysis of used lubricant can act as a preventive maintenance tool, by providing customer. Oil analysis and oil analysis programs cbm connect. For instance, an oxidized oil will have a colour of 5.
Test is usually run potentiometrically, but can be run with color indicator. A common methodology for sample cleanup, separation, and analysis is also detailed. Navy began to the early 1940s by the railway to use spectrometric techniques to companies in the western united monitor jet engines on their aircraft. We work with clients to create costeffective test packages applicable to their particular equipment and mechanical designs. Certificate, should be at least in english, french or spani. Interpreting an oil analysis report can be overwhelming to the untrained eye. Oil has been used for lighting purposes for many thousands of years. By language spanish occupational safety and health. Oil analysis can be applied to equipment utilization, maintenance and management. Chapter 1 grasping the basics of lubrication and oil testing in this chapter defining lubricants understanding the functions of lubricants naming the different types of lubricating oils recognizing the importance of oil testing o il testing, also called oil analysis, involves systematically sampling and checking oil for various properties and materials to monitor wear and contamination in the internal components of a machine, including a turbine, gearbox, com pressor, pump, and so on. The interpretation is given by comparing with the fresh oil colour 1. Knowing how to interpret changing lubricant properties involves a specific sequence of steps that can be easily. Oil analysis is the use of various laboratory tests to monitor lubricant health, equipment health and contamination.
Used oil analysis is an important part of engine maintenance. Introduction to oil chemical analysis sciencedirect. Oil analysis services fluid analysis, laboratory trico. Scott leipprandt talks about oil analysis while sharing his knowledge on what equipment should be apart of an organizations oil analysis program. Grasping the basics of lubrication and oil testing 5 taking a look back. Regular oil testing provides information essential to determining the condition of your equipment. Used in conjunction with other predictive maintenance technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic mea. Used engine oil analysis user interpretation guide abstract used oil analysis is an important part of engine maintenance. How to interpret oil analysis reports machinery lubrication. Referring to the report descriptions and explanations below will help you. Oil analysis report reading an oil analysis report can be an overwhelming and sometimes seemingly impossible task without an understanding of the basic fundamentals for interpreting laboratory results and recommendations. Oil analysis basics presents the fundamentals of oil analysis for machinery condition monitoring in an easy to understand format. This program became the basis for the militarys joint oil analysis program. By keeping an eye on the oil you can help assure its ready to perform.
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