Particle Contamination

The presence of particulate contamination in hydraulic fluids can cause rapid wear and failure of seals, pumps and other critical components.   Particulate contamination within hydraulic systems can arise from internal sources, such as the top-up oil and the surrounding air. Particulates can also be generated internally within the systems. Achievement of problem-free operation of hydraulic systems is highly dependent on maintenance of cleanliness and this is a critical maintenance function.  Simple on board testing can rapidly identify problem systems and help to prevent failures.

Kittiwake products for testing particulates and debris

• ANALEXfdMplus - a highly accurate instrument designed to measure the wear metal particle contamination of an oil or grease sample.  Total PPM results are unaffected by particle size.

• ANALEXpq Instruments - provide the most trusted means of detecting and measuring ferrous wear debris in lubricating oils, hydraulic oils and greases. Used in hundreds of labs worldwide and see on millions of oil analysis reports.

• ANALEXrpD Rotary Particle Depositor - offers a rapid and simple method of debris separation, preparing you for microscopic analysis.

• Hydraulic Particles Test Kit - housed in a handy, robust carry case and supplied with an easy to follow, illustrated instruction manual, this kit contains everything necessary to carry out high level qualitative particle contamination tests on hydraulic oils and gearbox lubricants.