Reasons for water ingress into the lubrication system of oil film bearings
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Reasons for water ingress into the lubrication system of oil film bearings
It depends on what the lubrication system is like; different reasons lead to different outcomes
In your oil circuit system, the water that is most likely to get into it is due to a leak in the oil cooler; if your bearing system has a cooling water jacket, then a leak in that jacket could also be the cause； Also, if your equipment is a turbine, it might be due to an increased leakage in the turbine shaft seal ； Human error or environmental factors could be to blame; it’s also possible for water to enter your oil system due to flushing at the site or rain. Since you haven’t specified your exact system, I can only provide you with a few possibilities for your reference.
Does the oil film bearing system come with a cooler?