Lubrication plays an important role in turbine performance. Therefore, turbine oil is designed for the purpose of lubrication.
Turbine oil(s) are used to lubricate a fossil-fuel power plant which includes the gas turbine, steam turbine and hydro turbine. They are designed to meet the lubrication requirements of these turbines. They are also used as hydraulic fluid.
Turbine oil(s), because of the nature of the application, must possess certain properties. These properties include the following:
Oxidation stability: oxidation causes malfunction of turbines. Since oils oxidize at high temperatures, antioxidants are blended with turbine oils to increase oil life.
Viscosity: this is the degree to which oil can resist flowing. Viscosity is critically considered when choosing turbine oil, especially for marine industries. Products with the appropriate viscosity yield the best results.
Anti-corrosive and rust-preventive: oxidative products capable of causing corrosion are present in the oil. Due to the existence of water and air on ferrous materials, rusting is bound to occur. In other, to maintain the effectiveness and efficiency of your mechanical devices, these properties should be considered when choosing turbine oil.
Demulsibility: water contamination causes oil degradation, chemical corrosion and bearing fatigues. Good quality turbine oil should have the ability to separate from water.
Foam resistance: foaming in the turbine reservoir is a regular happening due to low oil level in the reservoir, air intake on the suction side of the pump, and insufficient size of oil return lives. Well formulated turbine oil has an anti-foam additive which gives it the ability to dissipate and break down foams.
Deaeration: Excess air in turbines causes oil/air emulsions. The removal of air is essential for turbines to work effectively. Good turbine oil has the ability to separate air.
Stability in long-term storage: Great quality turbine oil has the ability to maintain its properties for a long period of time.
Turbine oils are usually not exposed to fuel or soot, therefore, there’s no need for frequent drainage or replacement. Turbine oil is sought for and is in high demand because of its superior properties. To ensure the effective performance and efficiency of your turbines, you need quality lubricating oil and Morven Industrial Ltd offers you the opportunity to have the best quality turbine oil. Our Turbine Oils are from the manufacturers in the industry. Perfectly made to suit your turbine engines and make them work efficiently. Our Turbine also comes with friendly rates where you don’t have to break the bank to make a purchase. Place an order now to get started.