At Trident Hydraulics, we advocate for the regular testing and analysis of oil samples for every hydraulic system. The fluid used in hydraulic systems is often overlooked, yet the quality of the oil is a critical factor in preventing costly failures.
If you are operating transmissions, gearboxes, differentials, or any lubricated system that relies on high-quality fluid (where combustion is not involved), our expert services can provide the crucial data you need.
Why is hydraulic oil analysis beneficial?
In industrial and mobile hydraulic systems, a thorough oil analysis service is beneficial for several key reasons, turning reactive repairs into preventative maintenance:
- Early Failure Detection: Oil testing can reveal microscopic wear particles, signalling component failure before total system breakdown:
- High Aluminium Levels: Can suggest failure with your torque converter or hydraulic pump.
- High Copper Levels: Often indicate transmission slippage or wear on bronze components.
- High Chromium Levels: May suggest gear and bearing wear, or scored hydraulic cylinder rods.
- Optimised Drain Intervals: Oil analysis effectively determines the correct oil drain and filter change intervals in lubricated systems, saving money on unnecessary fluid changes.
- Contamination Monitoring: Maintaining a sufficient level of cleanliness is paramount in all hydraulic oil systems. Contamination—often caused by condensation moisture, dirt, and dust—is responsible for up to 80% of all hydraulic system failures due to the close tolerances in pumps, control valves, and pistons. Regular hydraulic oil testing monitors these contamination levels.
Hydraulic oil testing services at Trident Hydraulics
Choosing Trident Hydraulics to perform your hydraulic oil analysis guarantees that our experts provide an optimum service tailored to your bespoke system.
This service is a crucial part of any robust maintenance program used to identify potential problems, component failures, and contamination causes across various fluids. Your comprehensive oil analysis report is usually available quickly, ensuring minimal downtime.
Our analysis covers a wide range of fluids, determining the effectiveness of:
- Hydraulic oils (including specialist fluid testing)
- Lubrication oils
- Cooling or cutting fluids
- Cleaning and testing fluids
- Water samples
Contact our experts at Trident Hydraulics
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