Proactive and Predictive Strategies for Setting Oil Analysis Alarms and Limits

Abstract

In oil analysis, well placed alarms and limits are like trip wires, alerting operators and technicians to an untoward or threatening condition. Oil analysis limits can vary considerably according to machine type, oil type, and reliability goals. This paper discusses four distinct types of limits and how they are applied to different machine and lubricant applications: goal-based limits, aging limits, rate-of-change limits, and statistical limits.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1998
Accession Number
ADA347547

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  • James C. Fitch

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Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Chemical Properties
  • Computer Programs
  • Detection
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Flash Point
  • Lubricants
  • Maintenance
  • Particles
  • Physical Properties
  • Reliability
  • Spectra
  • Spectroscopy
  • Standards
  • Standby Equipment
  • Test Methods
  • Time Intervals
  • Viscosity

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