Identify And Select Lubricants Flashcards
What is straight mineral oil?
It is the lubricating oil as obtained by fractional distillation of crude oil. It does not have any additives
What is ashless dispersant oil?
A mineral lubricating oil containing additives that disperse the contaminants throughout the oil so they will not clump and clog oil passages.
What is synthetic oil?
A lubricating oil that is made by chemically changing the nature of an oil base to give it the needed characteristics.
Is automotive oil suitable for use in aircraft engines?
No, automotive and aviation oils are formulated for entirely different operating conditions
What is meant by a multi viscosity oil?
It is a lubricating oil with a viscosity index improver that increases the viscosity of the oil when it is hot and decreases the viscosity when it is cold
Where can you find the grade of engine oil specified for a particular aircraft?
In the Aircraft Flight Manual or the Pilots Operating Handbook for the aircraft
