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Introduction Moisture contamination in oil is one of the leading causes of equipment failure in industrial machinery, hydraulics, and lubrication systems. Even small amounts of Moisture can lead to severe consequences, from corrosion to inefficient lubrication. As a result, understanding the causes, effects, and prevention strategies for Moisture contamination in oil is crucial to ensuring the longevity and performance of machinery. In this article, we will explore how Moisture infiltrates lubricants, the risks it poses to your machinery, and how to manage and prevent Moisture contamination for optimal equipment performance. How Does Moisture Contaminate Oil? Moisture contamination in oil can occur in several ways. Understanding the primary sources of contamination is the first step in managing and preventing it effectively. Common Sources of Moisture Contamination: Condensation: In machinery that operates at varying temperatures, condensation is a common cause of Moisture contaminatio...

Introduction: Oil is critical in mechanical systems, helping to provide a protective barrier to lower friction, heat, and wear between mechanical parts. This paper focuses on the importance of drawing appropriate samples and the method of analysis, all with the aim of the healthy assessment of machinery. The Role of Lubricating Oils Lubricating Oil, the Lifeblood of Your Equipment Lubricating oils are the “lifeblood” of every engine and machine. These key roles include: 1. Friction Control:  Lubricating oils provide a layer between contacting surfaces to reduce friction between them to a minimum. This reduction in friction increases efficiency, as well as the life of the mechanical part, by reducing the wear and tear that occurs during normal operation. 2. Control wear:  When you reduce friction, lubricants minimize the wear of parts that would otherwise have been worn from contact with each other direct contact, so the machine could still function without any problems over a ...

What is a Turbine EH System ? The most vital equipment of a power plant is the Electro-Hydraulic Control system (EHC system) of a turbine. It is the very soul of a turbine that directs steam into the turbine. An EHC failure can stop the turbine and then set off a series of events that will ultimately synchronize all processes in the power plant. The manager responsible for Operation & Maintenance finds it most challenging to keep the EHC system breakdown-free and operating reliably.  Since there is high steam pressure & temperature surrounding a steam turbine from a safety compliance perspective, it is mandatory to use Fire Resistant Fluids (FRF) for hydraulic control of the EHC system. A synthetic fluid with chemical tri-xylenyl phosphate ester, specially designed for the application, provides the most exposure to fire resistance. Polar fluids, such as phosphate esters, are not only efficient for lubricating under harsh conditions but also exhibit a high-performance range....