How long does an oil sample take?
Once received, it takes the lab between 48-72 hours to turn the sample around, which means that on average, almost 17 days have gone by before results are available to the customer. That’s a problem. If there is a condition that may cause failure within the system, by then the component may have already failed.
Can engine oil be tested?
An engine oil analysis can provide clues about the health of your engine – without any invasive surgery. By analyzing a sample of used engine oil, you can determine the amount of contamination, the wear rates and overall condition of your engine.
How long does Blackstone Labs take?
Most get here within a week. But it can sometimes take 3-4 weeks. Hang on to your tracking number so you can see where the sample is at if it doesn’t arrive at the lab in a timely fashion.
What do oil samples tell you?
By analyzing a sample of used engine oil, you can determine the amount of contamination, the wear rates and overall condition of your engine. The real benefit of an oil analysis is that it acts as an early warning system, alerting you to potential problems before they become an equipment failure.
How do you check motor oil?
With the engine off, open the car’s hood and find the dipstick. Pull the dipstick out from the engine and wipe any oil off from its end. Then insert the dipstick back into its tube and push it all the way back in. The dipstick shows the oil is low and needs to be topped off.
Does Blackstone Labs ship to Canada?
Using a package forwarder, you can ship Blackstone Labs internationally to any country or region in the world including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, Russia.
What are the effects of the common contaminants in oil?
Among the problems resulting from this type of contamination include allowing water to become part of the lubricating stream, impacting the lubricant’s ability to shed water (demulsibility) and letting it emulsify, initiating biological contamination that will further degrade the oil, and plugging the filter.
How to take a good sample of a caterpillar?
Taking a good S•O•S ℠ Sample is the first and most critical step of the S•O•S SM Process. Learn more about how to take a good sample by downloading the brochure below or viewing the provided videos.
How does fluid analysis work on a caterpillar?
Our comprehensive analysis of your lubricated systems—engines, transmissions, hydraulics, final drives, differentials, gear boxes and compressors—spots early signs of damaging wear metals. It also identifies contaminants like water, fuel, glycol or dirt that can hamper performance.
Can you use cat’s • o • SSM services?
With Cat® S•O•SSM Services, you can. This routine check-up for your oil, coolant and fuel delivers valuable insights you can use to prevent unexpected failures and unplanned downtime. All you have to do is provide the sample.
What does cat’s · o · s SM service do?
Whatever your situation, you’ll find that Cat ® S·O·S SM Services can improve the health of your products—and your bottom line. We provide full testing options for oil, coolant and diesel fuel samples.