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Drum storage of lubricants
Drum storage of lubricantsMany chemical and petroleum product complaints can be attributed to the way drummed products are stored. Care should be taken to keep water and all other contaminants out of drums by storing them in a way which prevents moist air or water from entering through the drum heads, ...
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Are there different measures of viscosity?
Are there different measures of viscosity?Yes. However, regardless of which method is used, there are two important points to remember. First, the higher the viscosity number on the given scale, the thicker the oil. And second, the grades are ranges, not specific points. For instance, an SAE 30 grade ...
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Can I use multigrade oils in my equipment?
Can I use multigrade oils in my equipment?It is always best to follow the recommendations in the Owner's Manual. However, many heavy-duty engines have been tested by manufacturers who make specific recommendations against the use of multigrade oils.
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Why should I drain my oil regularly?
Why should I drain my oil regularly?Regular oil drains are necessary to remove built up sludge and spent oil in which the additives have been depleted and are no longer giving the engine proper protection.
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These definitions need to know when coming to lubricants
These definitions need to know when coming to lubricantsWhen it comes to lubricants, we suggest you know these definitions:Approved - This is the highest level of endorsement. It means the oil being described has been tested and approved for use by the military or OEM named. This indicates the oil has ...
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Common types of lubricants
Common types of lubricantsEach lubricant needs to perform different functions and is blended to specifications designed to protect and enhance different systems.Transmission/Hydraulic Fluids lubricate, protect, transfer heat and serve as a power transmission medium for hydraulic and transmission systems. ...
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What should we look for in an oil?
What should we look for in an oil?Not all oils are the same. The only way to distinguish them is by comparing data sheets and analyzing the areas listed in the Typical Properties Table (shown on bottom of page).Viscosity is a measure of an oil's resistance to flow. In practical terms, viscosity is the ...
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What oils do?
What oils do?Lubricating oils are expected to perform an assortment of tasks to keep your equipment running smoothly.Lubrication is the first and foremost task. To do this, oils form a thin fluid film on moving parts, preventing the metal to metal contact which would cause excessive wear or failure of ...
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What is oil?
What is oil?Engine oils and transmission/hydraulic fluids are carefully selected combinations of base stocks and additives which are blended to give desired performance in a wide variety of applications.Base Stocks are refined from crude oil to obtain products with the best lubricating properties. Base ...
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Additional considerations to portable dielectric breakdown test sets
Additional considerations to portable dielectric breakdown test setsThe priorities of those who use portable instruments are different in several key areas from those of laboratory instrument users. Among the main points to consider for portable instruments are:(1) WeightPortable instruments routinely ...
