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Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer

FT-IR

Measures the chemical composition of a lubricant.

Operating Principle

Every compound has a unique infrared signature. Using a Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometer, the key signature points in a spectrum of a specific lubricant are monitored. These signatures are usually common contaminants and degradation by-products unique for a particular lubricant.

Significance

Molecular analysis of lubricants and hydraulic fluids by FT-IR spectroscopy produces direct information on molecular species of interest, including additives, fluid breakdown products and external contamination. The infrared spectrum of used oil is compared to a baseline spectrum (baseline spectrum is chosen from one of five groups depending on oil type). The differences in IR spectrum are quantified. Levels of oxidation, nitration and sulfate by-products are reported along with soot, water and glycol.

Applications

All industrial lubricants.


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