I didn't consider centrifugal effects

Feb 19, 2023,07:52 AM
 

But that makes a lot of sense. I appreciate the insights!

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Watch lubricant deterioration - a function of time or wear?

 
 By: mhz vph : February 18th, 2023-06:31
We all know that lubrication deteriorates over time, hence the need for servicing of mechanical movements. However, I am curious as to why this deterioration happens. Is it simply that the oils gum up over time due to chemical decomposition of some sort? ...  

Both, for me.

 
 By: amanico : February 18th, 2023-07:40

That would make sense

 
 By: mhz vph : February 19th, 2023-07:50
There's usually multiple factors to complex problems

Yes, what I think.

 
 By: amanico : February 19th, 2023-07:54

Link works

 
 By: mhz vph : February 19th, 2023-07:51
Very good read, thanks!

Resinification (chemical reaction of the oil with oxygen)...

 
 By: Mike Stone : February 18th, 2023-09:42
...has receded more and more into the background since synthetic oils and mixtures were used, the exact composition of which was known and which no longer oxidized. From my point of view, the dry running of the pins in the bearings is the main problem. Th... 

I didn't consider centrifugal effects

 
 By: mhz vph : February 19th, 2023-07:52
But that makes a lot of sense. I appreciate the insights!