Composition analysis and purity analysis
Lubricant analysis enables the identification of impurities and their origins and quality specifications for lubricants. Most lubricant analyses are suitable for analysing and comparing lubricating greases and fuels.
Damage is identified and predicted based on wear particles.
The lubricant often reveals the first signs of component damage. Lubricant samples are analysed to identify the concentrations of wearing metals, and various methods are employed to classify and identify wear particles.
Monitoring the condition of lubricants prevents damage
Foreign particles and other substances can be identified in the lubricant, and their origins can be studied. Fluids that do not belong in the lubrication system, such as water, are also contaminants. Lubricants age through oxidation and cracking, which degrade their properties. Reducing the concentrations of additives can lead to a variety of lubrication problems.
Using a suitable lubricant is essential for machine operation. Lubricant types can be reliably identified and compared.
Typical lubricant analyses
- Determination of wearing metal concentrations
- Particle counting, particle size fractionation
- Identification of wear particles and foreign substances
- Sediment analysis
- Water concentration and water quality analysis
- Identification and comparison of oil types
- Assessment of oil oxidation and other chemical changes
- Oil additive analysis
- Oil viscosity and colour specifications
