Lubricants
You must know about lubricants
- Depending on their composition , the market is available for the following categories of lubricants
-Lubricants mineral base : Mixture of mineral base oils and chemical additives.
-Lubricants imisynthestika and / or synthetic : Mixture of essential minerals , hydrogenated basic , basic synthetic chemicals and additives.
- Synthetic lubricants : Mixture of synthetic base and chemical additives
- The lubricant must be :
- Reduces friction : This reduces the heat in the compressor and saves energy
- Reduces damage : The obvious mission of lubricant to assist in the longevity of the compressor .
- Cools : It has been shown that the cooling system absorbs 60 % of pagomenis energy from the compressor , while the remaining 40 % is discharged due to the lubricant.
- Has an antioxidant action: The lubricant may in some cases be converted into an acidic solution and erode the metal parts of the compressor , the oxidizing . The humidity and the lack of frequent use can cause such phenomena .
-Has antifouling activity : Inhibition creation residues into the compressor and the proliferation of " contaminants " is vital for the proper functioning of the engine throughout its life.
- Seals : The lubricant must reinforce the seal between the piston and of cylindrical
- The most important criteria for choosing a lubricant: The selection of a suitable lubricant should always be in accordance with what is provided by the manufacturer systimatos.Sto manual detailing all necessary information :
- Recommended lubricant specifications
- Recommended viscosity grade (according to weather / temperature conditions )
- Guided lipnatikou change (expressed in hours )