September 30, 2011 / By flipflopstudios
Wear can be caused by the relative motion between two surfaces that are in close contact, causing deformation or removal of the material; this is known as mechanical wear. Wear can also be caused by other sources such as harsh or reactive chemicals, or cavitation.…
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September 10, 2011 / By flipflopstudios
Wear particle analysis refers to the careful inspection of particles that show up in lubricant samples of a machine; it helps determine the state of a machine. Wear particle analysis differs from oil analysis because it determines the condition of the machine components, whereas oil…
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