Crude Oil Refining Units: Mineral Base Oil: Approximately 95% of the lubricant market consists of mineral base oils. Most people know that these base oils are derived from crude oil reserves, but how many are truly aware of the refining ...
Liquid Paraffin (White Mineral Oil) Liquid paraffin, also known by other names such as white mineral oil, white oil, or paraffin oil, is derived from the distillation of crude oil. In fact, it is considered a byproduct obtained from crude ...
What is Grease?! Grease is a petroleum derivative with high viscosity. The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) defines grease as follows:A semi-solid or solid product resulting from the dispersion of a thickening agent in a liquid lubricant, often ...
Choosing the right motor oil is based on two important parameters that are essential characteristics of all motor oils. These parameters are API and SAE, two global standards found on the packaging of all gasoline and diesel engine oils. Along ...
Motor Oil Classification Based on Viscosity Viscosity is the first and most important characteristic that must be considered when working with oils. Having the appropriate viscosity for motor oil under various operating temperature conditions is essential for the proper lubrication ...
What is White Spirit? White spirit, also known as mineral spirit, is a clear liquid derived from kerosene (paraffin). It includes solvents such as 400, 402, 403, 406, and 410. These substances are composed of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and ...
