This application is relevant for direct testing of fresh and used oils (mineral, synthetic, hydraulic) and lubricants for engines, gear boxes and hydraulic systems.

The presence of particulate contamination in lubricating and hydraulic oils interferes with its ability to lubricate and causes wear to the components. The level of contamination in the liquid has a direct bearing on the performance and reliability of the system.

For the analysis a defined amount of oil or lubricant is filtered by a laboratory process and the remaining particles are collected on a filter membrane. The particle distribution is analyzed in terms of size and type and are expressed in cleanliness classes (level).

Relevant industrial branches: the oil and lubricants manufacturer, the automotive industry, service labs, facilities for testing and verification, as well as aviation and space.