Oil Contamination

1. How do solid particles enter the system?

The solid contaminants enter the system from the environment (e.g. through venting, oil refilling, or repairs), but can also be generated from inside the system by abrasion and friction, every particle in the system will generate more contamination through the sand blasting effect, effectively increasing the contamination load.

2. How does water enter the oil?

It is difficult to avoid water contamination of the oil. When humid air enters the system via breathers, it is absorbed by the oil. Varying temperatures can also enhance the process. Cooling water leaks and similar water ingression are also common sources of oil contamination.

3. What causes oil degradation byproducts, Sludge & Varnish?

Oil degradation byproducts from the ageing of the oil are found in both lubrication and hydraulic systems. Main causes are oxidation by oxygen, hydrolysis by water, and thermal degradation caused by high temperatures. The sticky varnish-like byproducts are deposited onto metal surfaces within the system, and the solid particles are caught by the sticky substance and cannot be removed by traditional filtration as they become fluid when the oil is getting hot.

TRIPLE R Bypass Oil Cleaners can remove these degradation byproducts thanks to the unique element setup forcing the oil to flow through the 114mm of engineered filter media.