S O S Services Oil Analysis
S O S Services Oil Analysis
S O S Services Oil Analysis
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Producto: NO SE HA ESCOGIDO NINGUN EQUIPO
Modelo: NO SE HA ESCOGIDO NINGUN EQUIPO
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NOTICE
These recommendations are subject to change without notice. Consult
your local Cat dealer for the most up to date recommendations.
Caterpillar has developed a maintenance management tool that evaluates oil degradation and detects the early
signs of wear on internal components. The Cat tool for oil analysis is called SOS Oil Analysis and the tool
is part of the SOS Services program. SOS Oil Analysis divides oil analysis into four categories:
Component wear rate
Oil condition
Oil contamination
Oil identification
Component wear rate analysis evaluates the wear that is taking place inside the lubricated compartment. The
SOS analyst uses the results of elemental analysis and particle count tests to evaluate the wear. Trend
analysis and proprietary wear tables are then used to determine if wear rates are normal or abnormal.
Oil Condition analysis is used to determine if the oil has degraded. Tests are done to look at the oxidation,
sulfation, and viscosity of the oil. The SOS analyst uses established guidelines or trend analysis to
determine if the oil is no longer useable.
Oil Contamination tests are performed to determine if anything harmful has entered the oil. This analysis
relies on the results from the following tests: elemental analysis, soot, particle count, fuel dilution, water, and
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glycol. The SOS Services program has guidelines for the level of contamination that is allowed in the
various compartments of a Cat machine.
Oil Identification is another important part of the SOS Oil Analysis program. The wrong oil in a
compartment can severely damage major components. The SOS analyst uses elemental analysis and
viscosity results to identify key characteristics of the oils.
These four types of analysis are used to monitor the condition of your equipment, and to help you identify
potential problems. A properly administered SOS Services Oil Analysis program will reduce repair costs
and the program will lessen the impact of downtime.
The SOS Oil Analysis program uses a wide range of tests to determine the condition of the oil and the
condition of the lubricated compartment.
Guidelines that are based on experience and a correlation to failures have been established for these tests. See
the following chart for the guidelines. Exceeding one or more of these guidelines could indicate serious fluid
degradation or a pending component failure. A trained person at your Cat dealership should make the final
analysis.
Oil analysis is one of the diagnostic tools to determine engine health. Oils that are within the limits given by
the guidelines may not indicate all engine health issues. Under certain conditions, including, but not limited
to severe operating conditions, oils that are within the limits given by the guidelines may require changing
early.
Note: Cooling system problems will also reduce the life of engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems.
SOS Coolant Analysis together with SOS Oil Analysis provide a complete and accurate method for
monitoring the health of all machine systems. Refer to the SOS Coolant Analysis information in this
publication. A properly administered SOS Services program will reduce repair costs and lessen the impact
of downtime.
Refer to the "Conamination Control" article in this Special Publication for recommended fluid cleanliness
targets.
Table 1
SOS Oil Analysis Guidelines
Test Parameter
Guideline
Oxidation
(1)
Soot
(1)
Sulfation
(1)
Wear Metals
Water
0.5% maximum
Glycol
0%
(1)
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(1)
Fuel Dilution
based on viscosity
excess of 4%
Trend Analysis
(1)
Acceptable values for this guideline parameter are proprietary to the SOS Oil Analysis program.
(2)
Gas Chromatograph
Note: Most oil analysis programs do not detect larger particles in the oil sample. Some failure modes only
produce larger particles. Oil analysis alone will not always detect an impending failure. Oil filters should be
sectioned and inspected for the presence of visible particles.
The engine oil consumption must be measured and recorded. A significant increase in oil consumption can
indicate a problem with cylinder pack deposits or components. Additionally, oil additions dilute wear metals
and other contaminants. Oil analysis results may become inaccurate.
Consult your Cat dealer for complete information and assistance about the SOS Oil Analysis program.
NOTICE
Always use a designated pump for oil sampling, and use a separate
designated pump for coolant sampling. Using the same pump for both
types of samples may contaminate the samples that are being drawn.
This contaminate may cause a false analysis and an incorrect
interpretation that could lead to concerns by both dealers and
customers.
There are two ways to obtain SOS oil samples. The following methods are listed in the order that is
preferred:
Use an in-line sampling valve for pressurized oil systems.
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