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Oil and critical fluids analysis solutions for predictive equipment maintenance.

Machine Condition Monitoring, or Predictive Maintenance, is the practice of assessing a machine’s condition by periodically gathering data on key machine-health indicators to determine when to schedule maintenance. One of the keys to keeping machinery operating at optimal performance involves monitoring and analyzing the properties of its lubricant oils for characteristics such as contamination, chemical content, and viscosity.

Billions of dollars are spent annually replacing machinery components that have worn out due to the inability of the lubricant to perform the required task. Knowing how to interpret changing lubricant properties can increase both the uptime

Spectro Inc. makes a broad family of oil analysis equipment for evaluating machine and lubricant condition in the field, in the lab, and in highly mobile, handheld applications. For an up-to-date list of products and applications, visit our web site at www.spectroinc.com

Asset Optimization

Reduced equipment outages

Reduced maintenance costs

Reduced lubricant consumption

Improved safety

Increased equipment life

Reduced fuel costs

Increased availability and lower TCO

Common Mission Critical Equipment

AircraftExcavators, haul trucksMilitary equipment and transportManufacturing machinerySag mills and mining equipmentTurbines in energy generationFleets: Construction, locomotives, ships, marine, race carsOil refinery drillsSteel production: boilers, casting

Typical Equipment Components of Concern

BlowersCompressors Differentials Engines (reciprocating)Gas, Steam turbines Gear boxes Gear reducers Hydraulic systems Motor bearingsMotors Propulsion systemsPumpsReciprocating engines Roller element bearings Rotary/scroll compressors Sleeve bearings Transmissions Turbines (wind and gas)Transformers

Characteristics and Analysis MethodDegradation typically occurs from changes in viscosity or unwanted chemical reactions. Contamination can be caused by debris or leakage, or through the introduction of a foreign fluid. Debris and other solid particles may be caused by normal wear and tear, or by poor alignment or excess friction. The size, quantity and shape help determine the cause.

Spectroscopy Viscosity1 Spectroscopy Ferrography (infrared) (elemental (image analysis) analysis) Degradation

Contamination

Wear Debris or Solid Particles

and the life of your mission critical capital equipment. The existence or amount of debris and particles from wearing parts, erosion and contamination provide insights about the issues affecting performance and reliability.

Lubricant oils, fuels and other key fluids analysis provide critical early warning information indicative of machine failure. Analyzing and trending the data means that you can schedule maintenance before a critical failure occurs. The result: higher equipment availability and productivity, lower maintenance costs, lower total cost of ownership (TCO), fewer outages, optimal equipment performance, and a greener operation.

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The Importance of Lubricant Oil and Fluid Analysis in Predictive Maintenance

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Product Selection GuideBecause every customer has a different combination of equipment and machinery, a unique environment, and a variety of usage loads, requirements can be complex. The type of lubricating oil, fuel, or fluid being used and the property requiring detection are two key parameters. The most common methodologies for assessing machine condition are based on spectroscopy, particle analysis, and ferrography. For assessing lubricant condition, infrared, FTIR, and viscosity are used.

This table is meant to help guide your selection. As always, Spectro sales and support teams will help you select the right product

New In-use/ Hydraulic Petroleum/ Oil Used Oil Fluid Coolants Grease Fuels Biodiesel

Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200

Entire Entire Entire Entire Entire Entire Entire Spectroil Spectroil Spectroil Spectroil Spectroil Spectroil Spectroil Family Family Family Family Family Family Family

Spectroil M Spectroil M Spectroil M Spectroil M Spectroil M Family Family Family Family Family

Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q500 Q500 Q500 Q500 Q500 Q500

Entire Spectroil Entire Spectroil Family Family Q4xx Q4xx Q1000 Q1000

Q4xx Q4xx Q4xx Q1000 Q1000 Q1000

Q4xx Q4xx Q600 Q600

Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q4xx Q4xx Q4xx Q4xx Q1000 Q1000 Q1000 Q1000

Q200 Q4xx Q1000

Q4xx Q4xx Q4xx Q4xx Q1000 Q1000

Entire Spectroil Entire Spectroil Entire Spectroil Entire Spectroil Entire Spectroil Family Family Family Family Family Q4xx Q4xx Q1000 Q1000 Q1000

Q4xx Q4xx Q1000 Q1000

Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q200 Q3xx Q3xx Q3xx Q3xx Q3xx

Particle count and Particle shape classification (ISO cleanliness/ wear mode)±

Elemental concentration and identification (wear metal classification)

Large particle spectroscopy (RFS)

Ferrography (wear debris identification)

Glycol2 (coolant content)

Cross contamination or Lubricant mix-up

Fuel contamination2

Water contamination2

Soot

Nitration/ Oxidation/ Sulfation (lubricant breakdown)

Additive levels or depletion

TBN© TAN

Viscosity

Wear Debris and Solid Particles

Contamination

Contamination and Degradation

Degradation

Physical

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Elemental Spectroscopy Products

Spectroil Q100 Family4

With the Spectroil Q100 Oil Analysis Spectrometer, there is no need

for sample preparation. In just 30 seconds, the analysis is complete.

Trace quantities of wear metals, contaminants and additives present

in oil and used oil are measured.

Based on solid-state technology, powerful analysis is offered in a

small, bench-top package. An innovative

CCD optical system provides the

flexibility for even the most exotic oil

analysis applications.

Features & Benefits

• Analyzesmultipleelements simultaneously in 30 seconds• Modelsforanalyzingoils,fuels, water and coolants

Spectroil M Family – M/C-W, M/F-W, M/N-W4,5,6 The Spectroil M Family uses the time-tested rotating disc electrode

(RDE) technique to measure quantities of dissolved and suspended

fine particles in natural or synthetic petroleum-based products and

coolants. The M Family can be configured to conduct simultaneous

multi-element analysis in just 30 seconds.

All versions of the Spectroil M Family share the same hardware

platform, differing only in application and calibration.

This flexibility allows you to buy the capabilities

you need now, easily adding

enhancements as field upgrades.

Features & Benefits

• Simpletooperatewithout special training or background• Nosamplepreparationrequired• M/N-WistheonlyJOAPapprovedinstrument; rugged and accurate• Modelsmeasurewearmetalsorash-formingcontaminant elements present in oil, gas turbine, diesel engine fuel• Optionalconfigurationsdetectfuel,sulfur,largeparticle (with ARFS) in oil, water, coolants• ModelscomplywithASTMStandardTestMethodD6595 and/or D6728• Optionalrobotcontrolledmulti-samplechanger(D2R2)for unattended, multi-sample automation

Multi-function ProductsSpectroLNF LaserNet Fines© Q2003

TheSpectroLNFQ200isamulti-purposeinstrumentthatcombines

particle size analysis, particle counting, particle shape analysis and

dynamic viscosity into a compact form factor. Analyzing particle

counts and shapes allows you to detect and monitor wear particles

from the internal components of the machine. Analyzing dynamic

viscosity lets you monitor the lubricant itself to maintain optimum

equipment performance and maintenance activities.

A database simplifies

machine condition trending.

Software automatically

classifies particles.

Features & Benefits

• Providesparticle type identification, image maps, size trends and ISO, NAS,andNAVAIRcleanlinesscodes• Built-inalgorithmsforshapeanalysisandwear particle identification• Providesimagemapsofallparticlesgreaterthan20µm, screening out bubbles and droplets• HandlesuptoISO320gradeoilwithoutsampledilution• Automaticadjustmentforfluiddarkness,seeingthrough black diesel lubricating oils• Reportssoot(%)andfreewater(ppm)

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Infrared Spectroscopy Products

FluidScan® Q1000 The Q1000 is a powerful handheld laboratory that goes far beyond

standard infrared analysis. Using a patented8 infrared technology, it

quickly detects lubrication contamination, degradation and cross-

contamination in both synthetic and petroleum-based engine oils

andhydraulicfluids.ItreadilydetectsTAN,TBN,

oxidation, nitration, sulfation, additive depletion

and incorrect lubricant within water, glycol,

soot and glycerin, and FAME in Biodiesels.

Features & Benefits:

• Quantitativereadingsevenwithhighly contaminated samples• Automaticallysubtractsthepresenceofinterferants,resultingin better accuracy • Performsupto200analysisperchargeandstoresover5,000 samples before offloading is necessary• Eliminatestheproblemoffringingeffectsfoundinconventionalcells• Enhanceddetectionduetolowersignal-to-noiseandimproved repeatability• Onboardsoftwarecomparesthesamplewithalllubricantsin FluidScan memory for rapid identification

ViscosityProductsSpectroVisc7 Q300 and Q310 This bench-top semi-automatic kinematic temperature bath

viscometer is optimized for the analysis of used and new

lubricants and fuels.

SpectroViscQ300operatesintwomodes:standardviscosity

determination or tube calibration. The control column has an array

of LEDs that indicate the current status of each measuring tube.

An optional external computer is used to control the system for

applications where more extensive data handling is required.

TheQ310DualBathViscometer

can conduct two independent

measurements simultaneously.

Features & Benefits:

• Highthroughput–upto 60 samples per hour at ASTM precision levels• Supportssmallsample volume–0.3to0.6ml• Lowsolventconsumption– 2.5 ml per sample• Fastandeasytubereplacementwithno need to drain bath between tests

SpectroFTIR Q400 Oil Analyzer The Q400 detects degradation and contamination in lubricating oil

andwasdevelopedaccordingtoJOAP9 and ASTM10 standards for the

rapid determination of oxidation, nitration, sulfation, water, coolant,

fuel dilution, soot and wear additive depletion in used lubricating oils.

When coupled with an optional auto sampler, the Q400 is ideal for

condition monitoring laboratories with large sample loads. It is also

designed to be stable and reliable in

harsh operating environments and is

completely sealed and desiccated

to prevent humidity interference.

Features & Benefits:

• Providesanearlywarning of lubricant degradation and contamination• Interferometerdesigneliminatesneedforsoftwareor manual alignment • Widespectralrangeforgreaterversatilityandhigh resolution for accuracy

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FerrographySpectroT2FM Q50011 Family with Thistle Tube Ferrogram MakerThe Q500 is a complete analytical system for the separation and

interpretation of wear and contaminant particles in used lubricant

oils, hydraulic fluids, coolants and fuels. It consists of the Thistle

Tube Ferrogram Maker, a bichromatic microscope, video camera and

image capture software.

The bichromatic microscope makes it easy to

distinguish wear particles and the resultant image

is free of distracting oil halos often visible under

a standard microscope.

Features & Benefits

• Helpsdiagnosetheorigin, characteristics and distribution of wear particle debris• Efficientseparation of wear and contaminant particles up to 800 μm from fluid samples • Videocameracapturesferrographicimagesfortime-based sample comparison and coolants

Infrared Spectroscopy ContinuedSpectroFTIR Alpha Q410 Oil Analyzer10 The SpectroFTIR Q410 is our mobile solution for testing fluids for

contamination and degradation. Lightweight and compact, this unit

can be easily moved between labs and field offices for a range of

applications. SpectroFTIR Q410 is based on

the Q400 with its industry standard accuracy,

resolution and spectral range.

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Spectro Fuel Dilution Meter Q60012 The Spectro FDM Q600, also called a Fuel Sniffer, is a portable

instrument that can be used in the laboratory or in the field to

provide rapid and accurate measurements of fuel contamination

in engine oil, a problem that may lead to engine wear and loss

of performance. Our proprietary “Clamp and Sample” sample

introduction method speeds sampling to over 40 per hour. With a

single point of calibration, this device is easy to operate, rugged,

reliable, fast and accurate. It uses no consumables.

Spectro Oil Analysis Lab – an Industrial Tribology Laboratory (ITL) System For applications involving a mixture of equipment types and uses,

Spectrooffersaturnkeysystem–theSpectroIndustrialTribology

Laboratory(ITL)–thatanalyzeswearmetals,contaminants,

additives, degradation, particle size, viscosity and more. The

Spectro ITL is designed as an integrated system, with computer

interface, network connectivity and cloud access.

SpectroTrack Information Management System (IMS) SpedtroTrack IMS is designed

specifically for asset management

in an oil analysis laboratory. This

web-based software stores oil analysis results and makes them

available for comparison and analysis, as needed, to support

maintenance decisions and activities. The database keeps a record

of asset information relating to service intervals, maintenance

actions, locations, status and other information that helps you

increase asset availability, reduce unscheduled maintenance due to

machine failures, and extend oil drain intervals.

Training Educational services consist of instrument maintenance training

on all our products, classes on the applications of used oil analysis,

and basic and advanced ferrography. Courses cover operation,

maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all Spectro products.

Classes are small for personalized attention and are highly rated by

our customers.

About Spectro Inc. Spectro Inc. is enabling the growing field of predictive equipment

maintenance with innovative oil analysis instruments for use in

the lab, in plants and in the field. Spectro’s instruments monitor

in-use oil to keep vital equipment finely tuned and running at peak

performance.

Spectro instruments have been used by reliability and maintenance

engineers at work in mission-critical industrial, laboratory and

military applications in power generation, mining, manufacturing,

and ship, train, heavy equipment and air fleet transportation

worldwide.

1. Viscositycanalsoindicateexistenceofdegradationorcontaminationthat may be the reason behind physical change.2. indicates that this is the contaminant being analyzed. 3. ComplieswithNEWASTMD7596requirements4. ComplieswithASTMStandardTestMethodD65955. /C=Commercial,/N=Military,/F=Fuel6. TheSpectroilM/N-Wisdesignedspecificallyformilitaryapplicationsand testedandselectedbytheU.S.JointOilAnalysisProgram(JOAP)astheir“next generation” oil analysis spectrometer. It is the only mobile spectrometer that has been approved to meet the complete technical and performance requirementsoftheJOAPCID-01917. ComplieswithrequirementsforASTMD445,D446,D7279,IP71andISO31048. USPatent7,495,761”Arraydetectorcoupledspectroanalyticalsystemand graded blaze angle grating”9. JOINTOILANALYSISPROGRAMdevelopedbyU.S.military10. Complies with ASTM E2412 Standard Practice for Condition Monitoring of Used Lubricants by Trend Analysis Using FTIR Spectroscopy and other ASTM methods for in-service oil analysis11. ComplieswithASTMD769012. TheQ600wasdevelopedincollaborationwiththeU.S.Navy,andemploysa SurfaceAcousticWave(SAW)VaporMicrosensortomeasurefuelconcentration (as absorbed hydrocarbons) in used oil ©TAN=TotalAcidNumber;amountofacidiccomponentspresent.TBN=Total BaseNumber;amountofreservealkalinityavailable.TANorTBNmeasuredfor some fluid types, by application. ± ISO cleanliness standards for quantifying particulate contamination levels per milliliter of fluid.

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