Lubricity

Ball on Cylinder Lubricity Evaluator

BOCLE ADV

Paltro’s next generation Ball on Cylinder Lubricity Evaluator (BOCLEADV) is a compact, fully automated desktop instrument for ASTM D5001 to assess wear aspects of the boundary lubrication properties of aviation turbine fuels on rubbing steel surfaces.

Features

• Fully automated loading applies calibrated weights using a
  motorized, impact-free system, ensuring consistent, repeatable results without manual intervention
• Fully automated workflow manages the entire sequence, from testing and imaging to measurement and report generation for effortless operation.
• Inbuilt conditioned air unit controls valves, flow rates, humidity and automatic phase switching, simplifying testing and minimizing operator dependency.
• Temperature control module maintains precise adherence to ASTM D5001 requirements, unaffected by ambient lab conditions
• Smart sensors and data acquisition continuously monitors and logs test conditions with unique IDs for complete traceability.
• Integrated imaging features an digital microscope that is built-in to the test unit for wear scar analysis, thereby eliminating requirement of separate microscope.
• Auto-detect function powered by AI and ML algorithms precisely measures wear scar diameter without user dependency.
• Slide-n-fit spacers enable lateral offset of the ring, allowing
  users to conduct 10 tests per ring to maximize usage.
• Inbuilt diagnostics proactively alerts users to maintenance needs such as water level and air pressure for uninterrupted operation.
• Integrated PC with touchscreen allows test execution with a few clicks

High Frequency Reciprocating Rig (HFRR)

Paltro’s next generation High Frequency Reciprocating Rig (HFRRA0v) is a compact, fully automated desktop instrument for ASTM D6079, ISO 12156 and ASTM D7688 to assess lubricity of diesel fuels and biodiesel blends.

HFRRadv offers an ultra compact, state of the art fuel lubricity tester that is designed for full compliance with global test standards. Its compact and easy to use design, automated workflow simplifies testing and the high precision automated humidity control system eliminates manual activities by the operator.

Features

• Ultra-compact, fully integrated design with HFRR vibrator, electronics control[er, automatic humidity control module in a single unit offering the smallest footprint and lab space requirement.
• Integrated PC with touchscreen allows test execution with a few clicks
• Fully automated workflow manages the entire sequence, from testing and imaging to measurement and report generation for effortless operation.
• Auto-detect function powered by Al and ML algorithms precisely measures wear scar diameter without user dependency.
• Clean, salt-free humidity that is electronically controlled requires only distilled water. Air temperature and humidity are measured and recorded for the entire test duration.
• Real-time stroke length acquisition during the test with inline sensor makes electronic calibration effortless.

4 Ball Tester

The four-ball test is a fast, repeatable and an accurate way to test lubricants for their wear preventive, extreme pressure and frictional properties. With high levels of automation, the FBT-3-p makes this test easy to run. Its simple interface hides powerful features and technologies.