Features and Benefits • Conforms to ASTM D5704 and STP512A L-60-1 Performance Test specifications |
K18660 L-60-1 Performance Test Apparatus Performs the L-60-1 Thermal Oxidation Stability performance test for API GL-5 gear lubricant service. Consists of a standardized gear box assembly with motor drive system and digital indicating controls for all test functions. Gear Case and Drive System Two spur gears and a test bearing are operated inside a machined stainless steel case with removable window. The drive gear shaft is coupled to a heavy duty ball bearing motor loaded by a 45 ampere alternator. The standard L-60-1 test gear loading value of 128 watts generator output is precisely maintained by a digitally indicated load bank. All gear box components are easily accessible for cleaning. Temperature Control An insulated heating case with high volume blower encloses the gear box. Sample oil temperature is maintained at 325 ± 1°F (162.8 ± 0.6°C) by a digital indicating controller with PT-RTD sensor. A built-in microprocessor based recorder produces a test oil temperature chart for reporting purposes. Over-temperature protection is provided by a separate PT-RTD-sensed controller. Air Flow Control A high accuracy mass flow controller with digital indication maintains air flow to the gear box at a constant 1.1L/h. The self correcting controller maintains the setpoint flow rate regardless of fluctuations in air input pressure or temperature. Test cabinet and control cabinet are finished in chemical resistant polyurethane enamel. Test cabinet has a cover for access to the gear box and a removable drive motor cover. Specifications Conforms to the specifications of: ASTM D5704; STP512A L-60-1 Performance Test (formerly CRC L-60 Test); FTM 791-2504 Controls and Monitors Sample Oil Temperature: °C/°F, digital setpoint and display, user adjustable Over-temperature Limit Control: °F, user acceptable Heating Chamber Air Temperature:°C/°F Air Flow: L/h, digital setpoint and display, user adjustable Test Gear Load: Volts DC, Amps. DC, digital display, user adjustable Sample Oil Temperature Recorder: Programmable microprocessor based strip chart recorder with digital display, °C/°F Drive Motor: 1725rpm thermally protected ball bearing type |