Presentation Profile
A Detailed Study and Comparison of a Variety of Bench Scale Test Methods for Lubricating Oils
Currently Scheduled: 10/11/2023 - 9:20 AM - 9:40 AM
Main Author
Raj Shah - Koehler Instrument Company, Inc.
- William Streiber - Dept. Of Chemical Engineering, State Univ. of NY, Stony Brook
- Anthony Schevon - Koehler Instrument Company, Inc.
- Stefan Lim - Koehler Instrument Company, Inc.
Abstract:
Property determination of a lubricating oil is imperative to understanding the oil’s suitable areas of application. Rust prevention, oxidation, thermal performance, air release and foaming characteristics are all properties integral to the implementation of oils into the appropriate field. These properties fluctuate among oils of different viscosity indices and require standardized testing for their determination. To extend the longevity of the finite oil, these test methods assess the performance of lubricating oils. By testing these properties, the behavior of these oils under specific operation conditions can be determined. These behaviors include oxidation life of inhibited turbine fuels (ASTM D943), oxidation stability of middle distillate fuels (ASTM D2274), and the ability of turbine oils to form sludge during oxidation (ASTM D4310). Additionally, properties such as air release of hydrocarbon-based oils (ASTM D3247), are useful in applications where agitation causes the diffusion of air bubbles in oil, can be determined. To determine sustainability behaviors, rust prevention, and foaming characteristics (ASTM D665 and ASTM D892, respectively) are used. These tests yield insight pertaining to the performance of oil under defined conditions. Koehler Instrument Company Inc. has a wide variety of products to perform these testing procedures. This poster goes in depth on the capabilities of each instrument and the importance of lubricating oil testing.
