Performance Report MAN & Nissan Engines

“Half of the world’s energy is lost to friction with an estimated
250 billion dollars of that loss suffered in the U.S. alone”
-Society Of Tribologists
Proposal to Partas, Philippines
Motor Silk Engine Treatment (MSET)
Boron Trial Report Partas – July 2010

How Boron CLS Technology works
Fuel economy: Engine treatment
The energy diagram above shows, that only 12.6 % of the energy, is used to actually move the
vehicle, in typical city driving conditions. A very large slice, almost 2/3 rd is lost due to engine
friction. Boron CLS Bond Technology addresses this and employs nano technology in its
deployment in triboapplications that dramatically reduces friction. The super lubricity of the
Boron CLS Bond technology offers the following benefits:
Fuel economy: Fuel additive
• Reduces friction up to 80%
• Reduces friction heat 40 – 50%
• Reduces wear up to 90%
• Reduces maintenance costs up to 50%
• Reduces emissions
• Increases engine efficiency 5 – 7%
• Increases fuel efficiency up to 20%
• Rebuild cycles extended 2 – 3 times
• Extend oil drain cycle 2+ times.
Popular fuel additives today, are largely detergents of various types, which provide improved
fuel economy by keeping injectors clean. Boron CLS Bond goes beyond being a mere detergent,
its solvency prevents buildup of varnish and other fuel and combustion deposits. The wear
protection ensures extension of life of pumps, injectors and valves. Finally, the reduction of
emissions means a greener, cleaner environment. Additionally, as the products are ISO 14064
compliant, documenting and registering the reduction in emissions, can result in accruing of
tradeable “Carbon Credits.”
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A brief summary of product benefits and deliverables for CLS Bond Technology
Prior to conducting meaningful trials we need a quick look at the expectations from the trials
and these can be summarized by the following:
1. Reduction of emissions.
• Measurable - at emission center's – Opacity for Diesel Engines
Suggest we conduct emission test before and immediately after MSET treatment.
Implication: Bulk of the emissions is unborn components of combustion. Reduced emissions indicate a
more complete combustion and this would generate more power and will manifest itself in improved fuel
economy.
2. Fuel economy
• Measurable - by compression tests on cylinders.
Suggest we conduct compression tests before and within 2 hrs of Boron MSET treatment.
Implication: CLS Bond Technology employs nano technology to fill up asperities on the metallic surface
and this ensures complete sealing, thus improving engine efficiency. As a direct result of complete sealing,
there is more power available and reflects in improved fuel economy.
3. Extension of oil life
• Measurable - by collecting used oil samples for analysis – over a 2 to 6 month
period.
Suggest we collect samples of used oil. First sample – sample of oil collected at, last oil change.
Thereafter, collect samples at intervals of 1500 km, 3000 km, 4500 km (or 100 hrs, 150 hrs, 200 hrs, 250
hrs in the case of Gen sets).
Track movement of properties of oil for changes in Kin. Vis. @40, Kin. Vis. @100, Flash Point, TBN, TAN,
Water (moisture).
Implication: Oxidation is a direct result of heat and pressure typical in any engine and all oils oxidize in
use. The presence of water/moisture fuels acidity and thereby corrosion of vital components in the engine.
CLS Bond technology reduces friction and frictional heat thereby retards oxidation. CLS Bond technology
also utilizes moisture, available during the combustion process, to replenish itself. Separately, it boosts
TBN and cushions TAN. As a direct result of this oil life can be extended, by as much as twice or more,
when monitored employing Oil condition monitoring practice. This means savings in oil costs.
4. Engine longevity
• Measurable - by collecting used oil samples for analysis – over a 2 to 6 month
period. Benchmark sample would be the sample collected from the oil last drained.
Suggest we collect samples of used oil. First sample (Benchmark sample) – sample of oil collected at last
oil change. Thereafter, collect samples at intervals of 1500 km, 3000 km, 4500 km (or 100 hrs, 150 hrs,
200 hrs, 250 hrs in the case of Gen sets).
Track movement of engine wear for metal particles, Fe, Al, Cu, Pb. Cr., and Pentane Insolubles.
Implication: Like oxidation, wear is normal in any engine. The metallic component in an engine is largely
made up of Iron (Fe), Aluminum, Copper, Chromium etc.. The engine oil, while circulating round the
engine, clears the metallic debris (metallic fines) from the point of wear. A wear metal analysis (of samples
collected from time to time) detects these, which are normally in a few parts per million (PPM). When this
data is plotted, a trend emerges, and sudden increase in buildup of different metallic debris would indicate
probable wear. Machine failure can be predicted by using this Preventive maintenance practice. The super
lubricity generated by CLS Bond technology ensures reduction of wear by as much as 90% and reduction
of friction by 80% and frictional heat by 40 to 50%. This would indicate longevity of engine, extend engine
overhaul / rebuild times 2 to 3 times, reduce downtime and cut maintenance costs drastically. Additionally,
the engine would be smoother, with lower vibrations and lesser sound.
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Trials – Boron Engine Treatment for Partas Buses
Objective:
• Reduction of emissions with use of Boron CLS Bond Technology (Boron
Engine treatment – MSET).
• Secondly, Improvement of engine efficiency, thereby improved Fuel
economy after Boron Treatment.
• Based on data generated during trials illustrate potential for savings to
Partas by use of Boron CLS Bond Motor Silk Engine Treatment (MSET)
Trial - Plans
Boron Treatment to be conducted on 4 buses as follows:
1. MAN – 18 – 310 Bus – Air-conditioned – 2 Nos
2. Nissan Diesel PE 6T – Airconditioned - 2 Nos
Vehicle owner and contact for trials
Partas Transportation Company Inc.. Paseo de Blas, Valenzuela, Metro Manila.
Contact: Joal D Labao, V P - Maintenance
Trial data:
1. a. Bus - MAN 18-310 – Air-conditioned
◦ Plate No: TVZ 711
◦ Bus reference Partas:81228
◦ Date : 10 th October 2009
◦ Oil sump : 32 Lt
◦ Oil: Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – Oil change at 15,000 km.
◦ Oil change: Yes – approx 15000 km – sample collected
◦ Oil filter: Engine Oil filter changed – 1 Nos.
◦ Secondary Oil Filter – changed – 2 Nos
◦ Boron treatment: MSET – Engine Treatment
▪ MSET – 10% of 32 Lt sump : 3.2 Lt
▪ Engine Oil – Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – 28.8 Lt
1. b. Bus - MAN 18-310 – Air-conditioned –
◦ Plate No: TWG 743
◦ Bus reference Partas:81318
◦ Date : 10 th October 2009
◦ Oil sump : 32 Lt
◦ Oil: Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – Oil change at 15,000 km.
◦ Oil change: Yes – approx 15000 km – sample collected
◦ Oil filter: Engine Oil filter changed – 1 Nos.
◦ Secondary Oil Filter – changed – 2 Nos
◦ Boron treatment: MSET – Engine Treatment
▪ MSET – 10% of 32 Lt sump : 3.2 Lt
▪ Engine Oil – Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – 28.8 Lt
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2 a. Bus Nissan Diesel – PE 6T Air-conditioned
◦ Plate No: PVR 248
◦ Bus reference Partas:8738
◦ Date : 10 th October 2009
◦ Oil sump : 26 Lt
◦ Oil: Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – Oil change at 15,000 km.
◦ Oil change: Yes – approx 15000 km – sample collected
◦ Oil filter: Engine Oil filter changed – 1 Nos.
◦ Secondary Oil Filter – changed – 2 Nos
◦ Boron treatment: MSET – Engine Treatment
▪ MSET – 10% of 28 Lt sump : 2.8 Lt
▪ Engine Oil – Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – 25.2 Lt
2. b. Bus Nissan Diesel – PE 6T Air-conditioned
◦ Plate No: PXH 587
◦ Bus reference Partas:8928
◦ Date : 10 th October 2009
◦ Oil sump : 26 Lt
◦ Oil: Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – Oil change at 15,000 km.
◦ Oil change: Yes – approx 15000 km – sample collected
◦ Oil filter: Engine Oil filter changed – 1 Nos.
◦ Secondary Oil Filter – changed – 2 Nos
◦ Boron treatment: MSET – Engine Treatment
▪ MSET – 10% of 28 Lt sump : 2.8 Lt
▪ Engine Oil – Shell Rimula Super 15w-40 – 25.2 Lt
Emission check:
An emission check - Smoke Opacity was carried out on all four buses prior to Boron
treatment. Emission checks were carried out again after Boron treatment on all four buses.
Emission protocol:
An average of 5 values were considered. The average values were tabulated.
Engine treatment:
On 10th Oct 2009, Boron CLS Bond product, Motor Silk Engine Treatment (MSET) was
added at a ratio of 10% of Engine Oil sump of 32.0 Lt (MAN) and 28.0 Lt (Nissan Diesel).
The engine was run on idle for 45 mins, to enable the Boron CLS Bond Technology to form
on the cylinder walls.
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To test the efficacy of the treatment an emission check was carried out again after the
Boron Motor Silk Engine Treatment (MSET). The emission data collated is tabulated below:
The emissions values are tabulated below:
Date Vehicle Plate number Opacity Emission Test -Average value
MAN – 18-310 Bus
10th Oct 09 MAN 18-310 TVZ 711 0.51 k – Before MSET treatment
10th Oct 09 MAN 18-310 TVZ 711 0.10 k – After MSET treatment
Reduction in Emission as a result of MSET
treatment
80% reduction of emissions
10th Oct 09 MAN 18-310 TWG 743 0.05 k – Before MSET treatment
10th Oct 09 MAN 18-310 TWG 743 0.02 k – After MSET treatment
Reduction in Emission as a result of MSET
treatment
Nissan Diesel
60% reduction of emissions
10th Oct 09 Nissan Diesel PVR 248 2.09 k – Before MSET treatment
10th Oct 09 Nissan Diesel PVR 248 0.57 k – After MSET treatment
Reduction in Emission as a result of MSET
treatment
72% reduction of emissions
10th Oct 09 Nissan Diesel PXH 587 0.74 k – Before MSET treatment
10th Oct 09 Nissan Diesel PXH 587 0.27 k – After MSET treatment
Reduction in Emission as a result of MSET
treatment
64% reduction of emissions
Conclusion: Emission Tests
The Boron MSET treatment reduced the emissions between 60 to 80%
Engine efficiency:
1. By - Cylinder compression Tests
2. By – Improved fuel economy
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1. Cylinder compression Test results: - Nissan Diesel
Sl No Bus Nos. Plate Nos Engine
2a 8738 PVR 248 Nissan Diesel - PE 6T
RPM
Compression Pressure (PSI)
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6
Before 500 430 420 430 425 430 430
After
Boron
500 430 430 430 430 430 430
Before 1500 440 430 440 425 450 460
After
Boron
1500 450 450 450 450 460 460
After Boron MSET treatment compression pressure balanced in all cylinders.
2b 8928 PXH 587 Nissan Diesel - PE 6T
RPM
Compression Pressure (PSI)
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6
Before 500 430 430 430 480 430 430
After
Boron
500 430 430 430 430 430 430
Before 1500 480 480 480 480 480 480
After
Boron
1500 480 480 480 480 480 480
After Boron MSET treatment compression pressure balanced in all cylinders.
Compression data: MAN 18-310: MAN buses under service contract with MAN and
compression data was not furnished.
Conclusions: Cylinder compression pressures
Effective engine treatment with Boron shows up, in the balancing up, of the cylinder
compression pressures. Idling performance will be smoother as a result of almost equal
compression pressures in all cylinders.
2. Fuel consumption:
Sl No
Bus
Nos.
Plate Nos Engine Fuel consumption
– before & after Boron treatment
1a 81228 TVZ 711 MAN 18-310 2.74 km/Lt
TVZ 711 MAN 18-310 2.78 km/Lt
After Boron treatment Improvement of 14.60%
1b 81318 TWG 743 MAN 18-310 2.27 km/Lt
TWG 743 MAN 18-310 2.63 km/Lt
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After Boron treatment Improvement of 15.90%
2a 8738 PVR 248 PE 6T 2.66 km/Lt
PVR 248 PE 6T 2.91 km/Lt
After Boron treatment Improvement of 9.40%
2b 8928 PXH 587 PE 6T 2.21 km/Lt
PXH 587 PE 6T 2.65 km/Lt
After Boron treatment Improvement of 19.90%
Conclusions: improvement in fuel economy
The efficacy of the Boron MSET treatment is demonstrated in improved Fuel economy. As the
rated power, is now fully available, it will reflect in a quicker response during acceleration.
Further, improvement in rings sealing capacity eliminates blow-by gases and results in improved
fuel economy. This averages 14.9% in the two types of Buses on which trials were conducted.
Costing for Partas
Phase I – MSET –
Engine Treatment
Fleet details
Vehicle
Engine
Oil
Sump in
Lt.
Vehicle
Numbers
Partas, Manila,
Philippines
Boron Reqd
- Lt –
1 dosage
/Year or
170,000 km
Hino RM 2 B
300 HP 30 35 105.00
Nissan PE 6T & PF
6T 290 HP 28 62 173.60
Fuso 8DC 9
315 HP 28 12 33.60
Yuchai DGAU
270 & 290 HP 26 45 117.00
Mercedes Benz
17.250 250 HP 29 12 34.80
Hyundai Universe
300 HP 28 2 5.60
MAN 18-310 16-
290 310/290 HP 32 51 163.20
Assumption – Running Km/Year
of vehicles in km
Bus running/year
for 1 dosage MSET 170000
485 km/day, 350
working days =
170,000 170000
Costs in
USD
Cost in Peso
Dec 1 st 2009
USD=47.005
PHP
219 632.80 32,577.62 1,531,311
The requirement is 633 Lt, which works out to 3 barrels plus a 20 Lt
pail. ( Four buses have already been treated. Hence quantity
required is 626 Lt. The 4 buses treated 2 Nissan = 5.6 Lt and the
two MAN = 6.4 Lt a total of 12 Lt.)
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Prices in packing
available – barrels,
pail, can
MSET–Engine
Price in
USD
Cost/Lt in
USD
Total cost in
USD Qty Cost in PHP
Treatment–202 Lt brl 10495.50 51.95 31,486.50 606 Lt
MSET – Engine
Treatment – 20 Lt pail 1091.12 54.55 1,091.12 20 Lt
32,577.62 626 Lt
Assumption: 219
buses @2.2 km/Lt works
out to 170,000 km/Yr (@
485 km/day, 350 days/yr
= 169,995 km/Yr)
Monthly
reqd in
Lt
Annual
reqd in Lt
Diesel cost
in PHP/Lt
1,531,311
Diesel cost in
PHP
Diesel costs @ PHP
32.30/Lt 1,409,605 16,915,261 32.300 546,362,942
1 dosage -> 32.391 547,894,253
Budgeted costs
with Boron
Treatment
Running
km/year
MSET
Dosage/
year
Cost increase due to
Boron – per Lt 170000 One PHP 0.091 Lt
Cost increase due to
Boron – in % 170000 One 0.280 %
Projection with 19.9% reduction (Annual requirement 16.9 million Lt of
Diesel) – One dosage/Year
Projected savings at
19.9% -Diesel in PHP
Savings /
day 298,715
Savings /
year PHP 109,030,956
Hence 19.9% reduced
consumption in Lt Lt. 13,549,124
Projected savings @
19.9% -Diesel PHP /Lt PHP 6.446
Hence revised costs of
Diesel in PHP PHP 25.945
ROI of
153,311 PHP 298,715
PHP
saving Or an ROI 5.13 days
Projection with 15.9% reduction (Annual requirement
16.9 million Lt of Diesel) – One dosage/Year
Projected savings at
15.9% -Diesel in PHP
Savings/
day 238,672 Savings /year PHP 87,115,186
Hence 15.9% reduced
consumption in Lt Lt. 14,225,735
Projected savings at
15.9% -Diesel-PHP/Lt PHP 5.150
Hence revised costs of
Diesel in PHP PHP 27.240
ROI of
PHP
238,672
153,311 PHP
saving
Or an ROI 6.42 days
Projection with 14.6% reduction (Annual requirement 16.9
million Lt of Diesel) – One dosage Year
Projected savings at
14.6% -Diesel in PHP
Savings/
day 219,158 Savings/year PHP 79,992,561
Hence 14.6% reduced
consumption in Lt Lt. 14,445,633
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Projected savings at
14.6% -Diesel-PHP/Lt PHP 4.729
Hence revised costs of
Diesel in PHP PHP 27.662
ROI of
153,311 PHP 219,158
PHP
saving Or an ROI 6.99 days
Projection with 9.4% reduction (Annual requirement 16.9
million Lt of Diesel) – One dosage/Year
Projected savings at
9.4% -Diesel in PHP
Savings/
day 141,102
Savings/yea
r PHP 51,502,060
Hence 9.4% reduced
consumption in Lt Lt. 15,325,227
Projected savings at
9.4% -Diesel - PHP/Lt PHP 3.045
Hence revised costs of
Diesel in PHP PHP 29.346
ROI of
153,311 PHP
141,102
PHP
saving
Or an ROI 10.85 days
Implications of an average 14.9% improvement in Fuel economy and potential for
savings at Partas
The improvement in Fuel economy ranges from 9.4 to 19.9 %, with Boron Engine
Treatment that increases the fuel costs a mere 0.091 Peso or 0.271%.
The Partas passenger transportation service runs mixed Fleet of 219 buses operating
approx. 150,000 to 170,000 km each per year at an average fuel consumption of 2.2
km/Lt.
By the use of Boron CLS Bond Motor Silk Engine Treatment (MSET) Partas can save millions
of PHP and reduce Diesel off take by more than a million Lt:
• ROI between 5.13 to 10.85 days for a Boron MSET investment of 1.53
million PHP.
• Save between 51.5 million to 109 million Peso each year.
• Save between 1.59 million to 3.367 million Lt of Diesel each year
Boron Trial Report Partas – July 2010

Oil Analysis report – Used oil collected prior to Boron treatment
Vehicle data Plate No Owner Year
Registration No/ Owner PVR 248
Make / model /Year Nissan Diesel
Engine details 290 HP PE 6T
Fuel Tank capacity
Lt
Crank case or Engine Oil sump capacity 28 Lt
Transmission or Gear Oil sump capacity 16 Lt
Devices/gadgets: Twin filteration lube oil system installed.
Engine Treatment-MSET dosage 1:10 = 2.80 Lt
Lubricant - Engine Oil in use Shell Rimula X 15w/40
Servicing Data - ( Last servicing )
Last servicing - kms
Oil change Yes; Oil filter change Yes

Vehicle data Plate No Owner Year
Registration No/ Owner PXH 587 Partas
Transportation
Make / model /Year
Nissan Diesel
Company, Inc.
Engine details 290 HP PE 6T
Fuel Tank capacity
Lt
Crank case or Engine Oil sump capacity 28 Lt
Transmission or Gear Oil sump capacity 16 Lt
Devices/gadgets: Twin filteration lube oil system installed.
Engine Treatment-MSET dosage 1:10 = 2.80 Lt
Lubricant - Engine Oil in use Shell Rimula X 15w/40
Oil sump 28 Lt. Shell Rimula X 15w/40 25.2 Lt + Boron MSET 2.8 Lt
Servicing Data - ( Last servicing )
Last servicing - kms
Oil change Yes; Oil filter change Yes ← date
Opacity Test
Average of 5 values
10 th Oct 2009
Before Boron Treatment
After Boron Treatment
Visual
Odometer
TEST
Method
0.74 k
0.27 k
Trend analysis
New
Oil
Clear
Used
Oil
dark
viscous
Comments
Colour Yellow Black
Oil condition
KV 40 cSt 105 102.85 2 Within acceptable limits
KV 100 cSt 14.5 13.7 6 Within acceptable limits
VI 139 122 12 Within acceptable limits
TBN 10.8 5.67 48 Within acceptable limits
TAN -- 23.46
Values high, probably due
to water
Flash Pt. °C PMCC 205 230 -12 Within acceptable limits
Water Content, %Vol Nil 0.5
Fuel Content, %Vol Nil ND
Pentane Insoluble,% Nil 0.16 Within acceptable limits
Wear metal
Iron ppm AAS NA 31.97
Copper ppm AAS NA 538
Chromium ppm AAS NA ND
Lead ppm AAS NA 16.79
Variation
in %
Reference: PXH 587
Km -
10 Oct 09
Reduction of emissions
after Boron treatment
64%
Above acceptable limits, of
0.3 % by Vol.
Values high,to check
bearings
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Vehicle data Plate No Owner Year
Registration No/ Owner TVZ 711
Make / model /Year MAN Diesel
Engine details 310 HP 18-310
Fuel Tank capacity
Lt
Crank case or Engine Oil sump capacity 32 Lt
Transmission or Gear Oil sump capacity 18 Lt
Devices/gadgets: Twin filteration lube oil system installed.
Engine Treatment - MSET dosage 1: 10 = 3.2 Lt Km -
10 Oct 09
Lubricant - Engine Oil in use Shell Rimula X 15w/40
Oil sump 32 Lt. Shell Rimula X 15w/40 28.8 Lt + Boron MSET 3.2 Lt
Servicing Data - ( Last servicing )
Last servicing - kms
Oil change Yes; Oil filter change Yes ← date
Opacity Test
10 th Oct 2009
Average of 5 values
Before Boron Treatment
After Boron Treatment
Visual
Odometer
TEST
Method
Clear
0.51 k
0.10 k
Trend analysis
New Used Variation
Oil Oil in %
dark
viscous
Reference: TVZ 711
Partas
Transportation
Company, Inc.
Reduction of emissions
after Boron treatment
80%
3 rd
sample
Colour Yellow Black
Oil condition
KV 40 cSt 105 110.5 -5 Within acceptable limits
KV 100 cSt 14.5 14.45 0 Within acceptable limits
VI 139 123 12 Within acceptable limits
TBN 10.8 6.11 43 Within acceptable limits
TAN -- 33.45
Flash Pt. °C PMCC 205 238 -16 Within acceptable limits
Water Content,% Vol Nil 0.03 Within acceptable limits
Fuel Content, % Vol Nil ND
Pentane Insoluble,% Nil 0.12 Within acceptable limits
Wear metal
Iron ppm AAS NA 13.81
Copper ppm AAS NA ND
Chromium ppm AAS NA ND
Lead ppm AAS NA 9.74
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Reference: TWG 743
Vehicle data Plate No Owner Year
Registration No/ Owner TWG 743 Partas
Transportation
Make / model /Year MAN Diesel
Company, Inc.
Engine details 310 HP 18-310
Fuel Tank capacity
Lt
Crank case or Engine Oil sump capacity 32 Lt
Transmission or Gear Oil sump capacity 18 Lt
Devices/gadgets: Twin filteration lube oil system installed.
Engine Treatment -MSET dosage 1: 10 = 3.2 Lt
Km -
10 Oct 09
Lubricant - Engine Oil in use Shell Rimula X 15w/40
Oil sump 32 Lt. Shell Rimula X 15w/40 28.8 Lt + Boron MSET 3.2 Lt
Servicing Data - ( Last servicing )
Last servicing - kms
Oil change Yes; Oil filter change Yes ← date
Opacity Test
Average of 5 values
10 th Oct 2009
Before Boron Treatment
After Boron Treatment
Visual
Odometer
TEST
Method
0.05 k
0.02 k
Trend analysis
New Used Variation
Oil Oil in %
Clear
dark
viscous
Comments
Colour Yellow Black
Oil condition
KV 40 cSt 105 91.52 13 Within acceptable limits
KV 100 cSt 14.5 7.11 51 Within acceptable limits
VI 139 134 4 Within acceptable limits
TBN 10.8 12.05 -12
Reduction of emissions
after Boron treatment
60%
Odd value. Increased
rather than decreased
TAN -- 33.45
Flash Pt. °C PMCC 205 228 -11 Within acceptable limits
Water Content,% Vol Nil 0.06 Within acceptable limits
Fuel Content, % Vol Nil ND
Pentane Insoluble,% Nil 0.09 Within acceptable limits
Wear metal
Iron ppm AAS NA 29.49
Copper ppm AAS NA 9.96
Chromium ppm AAS NA ND
Lead ppm AAS NA 17.93
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Remarks & conclusion on Oil analysis:
The thumb rule for discarding oils (condemning limits) based on physical parameters for use in extreme
conditions such as marine/ship applications are as follows:
• Viscosity: Max 25% increase or 20% decrease in KV 100 compared to fresh oil.
• Viscosity: Max 45% increase or 25% decrease in KV 40 compared to fresh oil.
• TBN: Total Base Number Max 50% depletion compared to fresh oil TBN.
• Water: Max 0.3 vol %.
• Insoluble: Max 2. w%
• Flash Point: Min 170 Deg C ( PMCC) or Min 190 deg C (COC)
Values physiochemical properties, of the sample of used oil, analyzed were within the acceptable limits,
indicated above, and suitable for further use, if desired.
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