Determination of Color in Petroleum Products The color of petroleum products is an important quality indicator, as it can provide insight into refining consistency, contamination, and aging. 1️⃣ Test Standards for Color Determination ✔ ASTM D1500 – Standard Test Method for Petroleum Products by the ASTM Color Scale✔ ISO 2049 – Determination of Color of…

Test Method for Water in Petroleum Products – Distillation Method (ASTM D95 / ISO 3733) The Distillation Method is a widely used technique to determine water content in petroleum products, lubricants, and bituminous materials. This method is ideal for samples with water content ranging from 0.02% to 25%. 1️⃣ Test Standard ✔ ASTM D95 –…

Lubricants are essential for reducing friction, minimizing wear, and enhancing efficiency in machinery, engines, and industrial systems. They come in various forms, including oils, greases, and synthetic fluids, each designed for specific applications. 1️⃣ Types of Lubricants 1. Lubricating Oils ✅ Mineral Oil – Derived from petroleum, used in automotive and industrial applications✅ Synthetic Oil…

Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES) An Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES) is a powerful analytical instrument used for elemental analysis in lubricants, fuels, and petroleum products. It detects and quantifies metals and trace elements at very low concentrations, making it essential for quality control, contamination analysis, and additive formulation. 1️⃣ Key…

A Constant Temperature Water Bath for pour point testing is a laboratory device used to precisely control temperature during the pour point determination of petroleum products, including engine oils, diesel fuels, and lubricants. 🧪 What Is a Pour Point Test? The pour point is the lowest temperature at which an oil or fuel will still…

Rust Tester for Lubricants & Petroleum Products A Rust Tester evaluates the corrosion resistance of lubricating oils, greases, and petroleum products when exposed to moisture or water contamination. This is crucial for engine oils, hydraulic fluids, turbine oils, and marine lubricants to ensure they protect metal surfaces from rust and oxidation. 1️⃣ Key Applications of…

Mechanical Impurity Tester for Petroleum Products & Additives A Mechanical Impurity Tester determines the content of solid contaminants (dust, metal particles, carbon residues, etc.) in petroleum products and additives. These impurities can affect fuel combustion, lubricant efficiency, and engine wear. Test Standards for Mechanical Impurities ✅ ASTM D473 – Standard Test Method for Sediment in…

Engine Oil Boundary Pumping Temperature Tester The Engine Oil Boundary Pumping Temperature Tester determines the lowest temperature at which an engine oil can be effectively pumped through an engine’s lubrication system. This is critical for cold-start performance, ensuring that oil can flow to critical engine components at low temperatures. Test Standard for Engine Oil Pumpability…

Trace Moisture Meter for Lubricants & Petroleum Products A Trace Moisture Meter measures the ultra-low moisture content in lubricants, fuels, and industrial oils. Even small amounts of water contamination can cause oxidation, corrosion, viscosity changes, and equipment failure in sensitive applications. Test Standards for Moisture Content in Lubricants ✅ ASTM D6304 – Water Content in…

Benchtop Turbidimeter for Lubricants & Petroleum Products A benchtop turbidimeter measures the cloudiness or turbidity of lubricants, fuels, and other petroleum products. It helps detect contaminants, water content, and particulate matter, ensuring product quality and compliance with industry standards. Test Standards for Turbidity Measurement ✅ ASTM D4176 – Free Water & Particulate Contamination in Distillate…