Technical Resources
Technical articles on lubricants and lubrication for distributors, wholesalers and industrial buyers.
General Information
What is Lubricating Oil?
Lubricating oils are products formed by combining base oils with various additives to improve their lubricating properti…
ReadWhat is the Purpose of Lubrication?
The primary purpose of lubrication is to separate solid surfaces that come into contact with each other and to minimise…
ReadWhat is Mineral Oil?
Mineral oils are oils obtained as a result of the distillation of crude oil in refineries. They are classified as natura…
ReadWhat is Synthetic Oil?
Synthetic oils are oils produced by chemists through various chemical processes in laboratories. Compared to mineral oil…
ReadMotor Oil Classifications
Motor oil performance classifications are determined by international organisations. These include SAE (Society of Autom…
ReadSAE Viscosity Grade for Motor Oils
SAE viscosity classification groups oils according to their flow characteristics at low and high operating temperatures.…
ReadAPI Performance Class for Motor Oils
API classification uses a two-letter system. The first letter indicates which engine type the oil is suited for: "S" sta…
ReadACEA Performance Class for Motor Oils
ACEA classification consists of a letter followed by a number. The letters indicate engine type: A for petrol car engine…
ReadAPI Performance Class for Automotive Gear Oils
GL-1: Used in spiral-bevel and worm gear axles operating under moderate service conditions, as well as some manual trans…
ReadFrequently Asked Questions
Can mineral-based and synthetic greases be used in the same application?
Before mixing mineral-based greases with synthetic greases, their compatibility must be verified. Even if they are compa…
ReadCan greases with different thickeners be mixed?
Greases containing different types of thickeners may be incompatible with each other, which can result in problems such…
ReadHow can we tell if motor oil has degraded?
The definitive way to determine whether an oil has deteriorated is to test it physically and chemically under laboratory…
ReadIs it necessary to add additives to motor oil?
Motor oils are designed so that no extra oil additives are required. Therefore, adding oil additives can actually harm t…
ReadWhat is tolerance, and why are engine tolerances getting tighter?
Tolerance refers to the gap between two metal components that are very close together, even touching. With advances in m…
ReadWhy does motor oil darken and appear dirty?
One of the functions of motor oil is cleaning. A quality motor oil uses its dispersant and detergent additives to disper…
ReadWhy do engines consume oil?
In modern engines manufactured with new technologies, metals (cylinders, pistons) are designed closer together to achiev…
ReadWhat is the difference between synthetic and mineral oil?
Mineral oils are produced by adding the necessary additives to base oil obtained from processing petroleum. Synthetic oi…
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