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Benefits of Filter Debris Analysis
Filter Debris Analysis identifies contaminants and wear mechanisms not detected by traditional elemental analysis.
- Detects early stages of component failure
- Bridges the gap between elemental analysis & particle count/particle quantifier
- Determines particle size, type & wear mechanism
- Facilitates root cause analysis
Testing
- Elemental Analysis by ICP (oil from filter)
- Acid Digestion Elemental Analysis (filter flushing fluid)
- Gravimetric Solids
- Micropatch
- Analytical Ferrography
Wear Debris
Analytical Ferrography
Particles are identified as metallic or non-metallic. Particles are heat-treated to determine high alloy vs. low alloy. Particle size, shape and color are analyzed through a microscope to determine source. Digital images of micropatch tests are also included.
Micropatch
This test is vital to identifying and qualifying contaminants. Many of these contaminants are not detected through routine tests due to particle size or instrument and method limitations.
Detect Failure at its Earliest Stages
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Filter Debris Analysis Packing & Shipping Instructions
- Order Filter Debris Analysis kits from POLARIS Laboratories® - remove filter without puncturing and drain.
- Insert filter into white Tyvek bag.
- Wrap additional packaging material around white Tyvek bag to absorb excess oil leaking from filter.
- Complete component registration form and include with filter in shipping container. Ship sample to laboratory via trackable shipping service.
- Retrieve report - take recommended maintenance action.
Filter Debris Analysis Product Guide (PDF - 1.4MB)
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