What causes the lubricating oil in the reciprocating compressor oil station to turn black and have a lower viscosity?
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It is estimated that a minor leak in the steam coil of the lubricating oil tank caused the lubricating oil to emulsify and deteriorate, along with the presence of iron oxide.
It has deteriorated; it might be due to high temperatures or the infiltration of juices
1. Metal wear causes the lubricating oil to turn black. 2. The lubricant is of the correct type!
The reciprocating machine suffers from wear, and the worn metal shavings are black.
Mechanical wear is minimal, and the lubricant needs to be tested and analyzed on a monthly basis. So there is a reason for the sharp deterioration
Check whether the unit is operating normally； Second, whether the newly added lubricant is substandard.
There is likely only one reason for this: the process medium came into contact with the lubricant, causing it to deteriorate – its color changed and its viscosity decreased. Importantly, the oil pressure in your lubrication system dropped, preventing the lubricant from performing its protective function. In systems equipped with interlocks, the unit will stop operating due to the low oil pressure