Preventative maintenance: 
Tigercat's advanced oil analysis program

The Tigercat Advanced Oil Analysis Program applies to all major machine components including engines, hydraulic circuits, axles, final drives and gearboxes.
Studies have shown that it is possible to receive a ten to one payback when looking at the amount saved on repair costs to the amount invested in a scheduled oil analysis program.
Benefits of the Tigercat oil sampling program: 
  • Detect problems early before they become major catastrophic failures.
  • Better ability to schedule downtime and forecast cost of repairs.
  • Monitor maintenance schedules and practices and confirm that the required maintenance is being done on time.
  • Increase used equipment value by providing proof of proper maintenance.
The oil analysis program uses the most modern technology available. Most test results are available within 24 hours after receipt of the sample and are supplied in an easy to understand report which calls for specific action and makes detailed recommendations. The report is available by mail, fax, via e-mail and can be viewed over the internet.
Each Kit Includes:
12 Pre-paid Sample Bottles and Sample Information Forms. Pre-printed mailing labels are also included to ensure all samples are quickly returned directly to the lab for immediate analysis and results within 24 hours of receipt.
The same sample bottle can be used for all types of oil testing including Hydraulic Circuits, Final Drives, Axles, Gearboxes, Engines, etc.
To ensure accurate and meaningful results are obtained, each kit also includes detailed instructions on how properly collect, prepare and ship the oil samples
Contact your Tigercat dealer parts department to order oil sampling kits and take advantage of this excellent preventative maintenance tool.

Hydraulic Oil Analysis

Engine Oil Analysis

Transmission,  Final Drive, Gearbox, etc. Fluid Analysis

ASTM D5185 ICP Spectroscopy (Wear Metals, Additives, and Contaminants)
ASTM D445 Kinematic Viscosity @ (40°C)
ISO 4406 Particle Count (Cleanliness Level)
ASTM D6304 Karl Fischer Water Determination (% Water Contamination) 
- If other testing detects presence of water
Complete Visual Screening of sample
 
ASTM D5185 ICP Spectroscopy (Wear Metals, Additives, and Contaminants)
ASTM D445 Kinematic Viscosity @ (100°C)
JOAP-TSC - FTIR Infrared Analysis (Oxidation, Nitration, Sulfation, Soot and Base Number)
ASTM D6304 Karl Fischer Water Determination (% Water Contamination) 
- If other testing detects presence of water
Fuel and Glycol - (% Dilution) - If other testing detects presence
Complete Visual Screening of sample
ASTM D5185 ICP Spectroscopy (Wear Metals, Additives, and Contaminants)
ASTM D445 Kinematic Viscosity @ (40°C)
ASTM D6304 Karl Fischer Water Determination (% Water Contamination) 
- If other testing detects presence of water
LWI-061 - PQ - Particle Quantifier (Classification of Magnetic Particles)
Complete Visual Screening of sample

Note: Additional detailed or investigative analysis is available for all sample types upon request.

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