Types and Benefits of Hydraulic Oil

To drive a Hydraulic machinery, hydraulic system manufacturers use high pressured fluid. Fluids with high pressure assist in applying the force required to drive the machinery.

Below mentioned are a number of benefits of using a good fluid:

1.       It reduces oxidation caused by heat and reactions with oxygen which elongates the life of the oil.

2.      Usage of very thin or thick oil can cause problems. Thin oil can result in leak whereas thick oil might not exert the proper amount of pressure required for the smooth functioning of the machinery.

3.      Oil additives have wear resistance. This prevents abrasion of system parts and extends the life of the unit.

4.      Proper filtration of the machine is effectively possible with the use of good quality fluids. Contamination is filtered without any compromise on the quality of the oil.

To power their machinery most hydraulic system manufacturers generally use the below-mentioned oils:

Petroleum-based – These are the most commonly used fluids and are also known as mineral-based fluids. Their quality depends on the additives used. The additive protects the system from rust and corrosion. It also improves the viscosity and prevents it from wear and tendency to form a foam.

Water-based – As the name suggests, water is the major component in water-based fluids. These are good in providing fire resistance and are used in systems where temperatures are very high. In the event that the temperatures are too high, the water in the liquid may dissipate. A right portion of distilled water needs to be added to it, in order to maintain the water level and viscosity.

Synthetic – Synthetic oil is a man-made fluid. It provides good lubrication to the machinery and provides it with thermal stability. There are some fire resistant synthetic oils available in the market. However, they are costlier than petroleum and water-based oils.

Essem Engineers is known as one of the most trustworthy manufacturers of hydraulic machinery in Delhi. Get in touch with them to get an experts opinion on the type of oil which will be ideal for the functioning of your unit.