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Why Aren’t My Oil Analysis Results Correlating?

Why Aren’t My Oil Analysis Results Correlating?
Why Aren't My Oil Analysis Results Correlating? A common issue related to oil analysis report interpretation deals with a perceived necessity for the results from two or more different tests to indicate the same potential problem. This expectation, which may be based on a misconception, often leads to greater confusion. Therefore, it is important to…
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Understanding ISO Codes

Understanding ISO Codes
Understanding ISO CodesThough particle counting is reported as an actual count of the number of particles (of a given size, per ml of fluid), most specifications and limits simply refer to ISO codes. The ISO codes, according to the ISO 4406:1999 standard, relate to only three different ranges of particles, ≥4 µm/≥6 µm/≥14 µm.It should…
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Understanding Particle Counting Methods

Understanding Particle Counting Methods
Understanding Particle Counting Methods Particle counting is considered by many to be one of the most important test for used oil analysis. Many problems can be quickly and easily identified by monitoring the number and size-distribution of particles in an oil sample. The ISO Code is the most common unit of reporting the number of…
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