Lubricating oil and engine fuel oil test kit selection guide Early detection of fuel-related issues in the engine and propulsion system can help prevent operational challenges and system downtime. Onboard testing using portable test kits gives the crew flexibility and convenience of testing fuel samples during bunkering and voyage.
Unitor™ Ferrous Wear Kit
Unitor™ Combined Test Kit Plus
Unitor™ Compatibility Test Kit
Unitor™ Catalytic Fines Test Kit
Lubricating and other oils selection guide Lubrication within the main engine is responsible for lubricating and cooling the internal parts by reducing friction and preventing overheating. Cylinder lubrication is required to lubricate the piston rings to reduce friction between the rings and liner, to provide a seal between the rings and the liner, and to reduce corrosive wear by neutralising the acidity of the products of combustion. Lubrication also helps to remove any debris or impurities. The following selection guide outlines the key test kits suitable for maintaining and upkeeping a well-run lubricating oil system.
Lubricating and Other Oils Product Name
Product No.
Application
Parameter
Unitor EasyShip Combined Test Kit
673154
Detect excess water present in the oil and determine if actions are needed to reduce or remove the water
Water in oil
Unitor EasyShip Combined Test Kit
673154
Monitor the alkalinity of the products of combustion to prevent corrosive wear
TBN (Total base number)
Unitor Saltwater Test Kit
625756
Identify whether the water contamination of the oil is sea- or freshwater, hence reducing risk of corrosion
Saltwater contamination
Unitor Ferrous Wear Test Kit
735754
Monitor for mechanical damage to main engine, main bearing, gear drive, piston and liners
Abrasive iron
Unitor Cold Corrosion Test Kit
735742
Monitor for scrape down oil for cold corrosion of the liner and cylinder
Corrosive iron
Unitor Insoluable Test Kit
625749 debris and oxidation products found in lubrication oil
Unitor Heated Viscosity
773151 detection of contamination, fuel ingress and shear
Test for insoluble which are combustion related
and in combustion engines due to the burning fuel Measuring the oil viscosity provides an early thinning.
Insolubles (soot)
Viscosity
Used Engine Oil
Cylinder Oil/ Scrapedown Oil
Hydraulic Oil
Gear Oil
Greases