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New Base Number Test Procedure

New Base Number Test Procedure
New Base Number Test Procedure Technical Bulletin Posted January 2013 TESTOIL has implemented a new testing procedure for measuring Base Number (TBN) using FTIR. Test Revisions Traditionally, Base Number has been measured with a potentiometric titrator using large volumes of hazardous solvents. We have spent considerable time working with Fourier Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) experts and…
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New Membrane Patch Colorimetry Test Procedure

New MPC Test Procedure Technical Bulletin New Membrane Patch Colorimetry Test Procedure TESTOIL is modifying its Membrane Patch Colorimetry (MPC) test procedure to a newly proposed ASTM standard.   Test Revisions The proposed ASTM standard for the Membrane Patch Colorimetry test requires a sample to be heated for a period of 24 hours at the lab to allow any insoluble…
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Understanding Elemental Spectroscopy

Understanding Elemental Spectroscopy A wealth of information is available on your oil analysis report about wear behavior, contaminants entering the system, and the service needed. As you read your oil analysis report, ask yourself what all the data means. Ask yourself other questions like: Where is contaminant debris coming from in this unit? What am…
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Analyzing Foaming Tendency: Foam Test

Analyzing Foaming Tendency: Foam Test
Analyzing Foaming Tendency: Foam Test The Foam Test measures the foaming tendency of a lubricant. According to this test, also referred to as ASTM D892, the tendency of oils to foam can be a serious problem in systems such as high-speed gearing, high-volume pumping, and splash lubrication. Inadequate lubrication, cavitation, and overflow loss of lubricant…
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New Innovative Filter Analysis Technology Pinpoints Component Wear

New Innovative Filter Analysis Technology Pinpoints Component Wear Technical Bulletin We've Taken Filter Debris Analysis To The Next Level   TestOil has updated our Filter Debris Analysis testing process. The improvements have significantly increased our ability to identify wearing machine components which provide improved diagnostic and prognostic information about impending failures. Filter Debris Analysis is…
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Do You Know The Most Common Lubricant-Related Failures?

Do You Know The Most Common Lubricant-Related Failures? Lubricant-related equipment failures come in all shapes and sizes.  Here we will examine the common lubricant problems that often lead to premature failure. Insufficient LubricationProper lubrication is defined as the proper amount of the proper lubricant at the proper place.  If oil levels are low, or the…
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