Petrogulf Oil Manufacturing LLC

Whether it is a ship or an automobile, engine oil has these five functions: While the engine is the heart of a ship or a vehicle, it is the parts within the engine that have the biggest role to play in the smooth running of the ship. These parts, however, rub against each other, and the oil helps reduce the resultant fiction that arises when the engine works. The oil is filled with properties that help dissipate the heat that is generated when the engine works.  The oil also has properties that help the parts from corrosion and wear and tear. It also prevents rusting of different parts of the engine. The oil also helps reduce noise and helps fill or seal gaps. Properties of engine oil The viscosity of the oil is an important parameter. It is the ability of the oil to flow. With a rise in temperature, the viscosity reduces. For crankcase, the lube oil should be between 130 – 240 Cst, and for the cylinder...

Every machinery or engine aboard ships and other marine vessels require proper lubrication for trouble-free operation. It takes knowing about the marine lube oil system before you choose the proper products that will keep engine parts properly lubricated and running smoothly. For instance, the main engine’s lubrication is essential for cooling and lubricating the internal parts, which work relative to one another in generating heat and friction. Without proper lubrication, those parts will be prone to overheating. Besides cooling the parts, lubrication also works to remove impurities and debris. There are different marine lube oil systems used in marine applications. Here is what you should know about them: Hydrostatic lubrication – When oil film is unable to form because of dynamic moving parts, oil pressure must be externally provided. This is where the marine lube oil system is considered hydrostatic. Slow heavy parts, for instance, move in a way tha...