Quiz #17: Lubricant Analysis and Condition Monitoring Team 16 Sep, 2024 Lubricant Analysis Techniques Quiz 1. Which analysis technique is used to detect water contamination in oil? A) Particle count analysis B) Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy C) Karl Fischer Titration D) Viscosity Index Test 2. What does ferrography focus on when analyzing lubricants? A) Water content B) Wear particles C) Color stability D) Oxidation stability 3. What is the purpose of monitoring the Total Base Number (TBN) in engine oils? A) Assess fuel efficiency B) Determine the oil's ability to neutralize acids C) Measure water content D) Check oxidation stability 4. Which technique provides information on both lubricant condition and potential equipment wear? A) Karl Fischer Titration B) Flash Point Test C) Vibration analysis D) Spectrometric oil analysis 5. How is particle counting in hydraulic oil typically measured? A) In parts per million (ppm) B) In milliliters (ml) C) According to ISO 4406 cleanliness code D) Using the viscosity index 6. What is a key benefit of using FTIR analysis in lubricant monitoring? A) Measures lubricant acidity B) Quickly identifies various degradation products C) Determines water concentration D) Identifies solid contaminants 7. What does a sudden increase in viscosity indicate in used oil analysis? A) Contamination by fuel B) Presence of water C) Degradation due to oxidation or contamination by heavy particulates D) Reduced temperature 8. Which condition monitoring tool provides a visual indication of wear particle size and shape? A) Viscometer B) Particle counter C) Ferrography D) Flashpoint analyzer 9. What does a high value in the Acid Number (AN) typically signify in oil analysis? A) Low oil consumption B) Advanced oxidation or contamination with acidic byproducts C) High fuel economy D) Low levels of wear 10. Which method is most effective in diagnosing coolant contamination in lubricating oil? A) Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy B) Viscosity test C) Crackle test D) Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) analysis Submit
