TECHNOLOGY

USED OIL ANALYSIS LABORATORY

To assess the lubricating power of an oil, techniques that examine the used product are also applied.

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Through the examination of used oil, it is possible to determine and engine's entire life story. By observing worn metal particles under the microscope (iron, copper, etc.) we are able to establish what mechanical parts they came from and identify any problems that might have arisen inside the engine during testing. This type of analysis is required when special vehicles are placed in conditions of risk in order to determine the deterioration of engines.being tested.

Ferrography

A sample of oil used in engine testing booths is made to flow inside a magnetic field in such a way that once drained it leaves metallic deposits on a plate. Examination under the microscope shows their nature and size, thus determining their origin (iron from the engine block and pistons, copper from bearings and aluminium from the engine head). The analysis of these results show how efficient the anti-wear additives contained in the lubricant are.