Engine Oil Analysis & Diagnosis Kits - All Engine Types
Engine Oil Analysis & Diagnosis Kits - All Engine Types
Avoid engine failures and reduce oil change frequencies.
What you get:
- Oil sample container and case, quantity as ordered
- Return shipping bag or post paid canister
- Analysis of oil sample as per analysis description, per sample container
- Digital oil condition report per sample
- Trend of oil condition, if asset previously analysed
- A comprehensive analysis of key indicators
- Sample kit provided
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Engine oil analyses are used by maintenance professionals, whether in the context of monitoring a fleet of transport vehicles, construction machinery, generator sets, following an appraisal or during a transaction (purchase/sale) of a used vehicle.
Analysing an engine's oil makes it possible to check that it is working properly and to detect possible mechanical anomalies such as abnormal wear in progress (in terms of cylinder capacity, bearings, etc.), possible infiltration of coolant, poor sealing or air filtration, poor combustion, dilution by fuel, etc.
All analysis results are interpreted by our diagnosticians who, through a detailed report, make recommendations for corrective or preventive actions.
For all engines, SGS analyzes water content, viscosity, presence of metals and additives and contamination index. For diesel engines, the flash point test will also be performed and for marine engines, the Total Basic Number test will be added.
How to use this kit?
Once the order is placed, you will receive a sampling kit. Ensure you have a sampling pump (sold separately). Sampling must be done in a very clean environment ensuring the sample is not contaminated with any dirt or other products.
After analysis, the report will be sent to you by email and will be available on the application.
Analyses
Spectrometry
ICP emission spectrometry analysis makes it possible to determine, in a single rapid measurement, the concentrations expressed in ppm (parts per million) of the different elements present in the oil in the free state (metal particles) or combined (oxides, salts, etc.). The origin and content of the elements provide information on the wear of the mechanical parts, the additivation of the lubricant and the contamination suffered by it.
Water Content
Water promotes oxidation and corrosion. It creates risks of emulsion. It comes from an external inlet, a leak in the cooling circuit or, following storage of the lubricant, condensation problems.
Viscosity
Viscosity corresponds to the fluidity of the oil. It is measured using an automatic capillary viscometer. The interpretation of the result is done by comparison with new oil. A significant change in viscosity generally means: thermal or chemical deterioration of the lubricant or pollution by another fluid.
Flash Point
A drop in the flash point temperature indicates dilution of the lubricant by fuel. This analysis cannot be performed for a gasoline engine.
FTIR
Measures the physical and chemical properties of the oil, Soot, Oxidation, Nitration and Sulphation. This gives an indication of the oil's degradation and combustion efficiency.
TBN
For marine engines, TBN reflects the oil's ability to neutralize acidity that may form during fuel combustion. For a lubricant in service, a TBN that is too low is often a drain criterion.
The result should always be compared with the initial TBN of the oil.
In the case of using fuel with a higher sulfur content than Diesel, measuring the TBN makes it possible to monitor the degradation of the lubricant and to adapt/optimize oil change intervals.
How it works
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Once your order is registered, an analysis kit will be sent to you. You will be notified by email when your package is shipped.
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Collect your sample using the Kit. Return your sample to the laboratory at the address on the envelope.
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Once we receive your sample, our scientists will analyze and diagnose your sample.
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The results will be sent to you by email and will be available on the mobile application.
