We perform grease testing by specification MIL-PRF-27617, which covers lubricating greases used in aircraft, aerospace vehicles, and supporting equipment. This specification supersedes military specification MIL-G-27617. The following is a list of tests required by Specification MIL-PRF-27617G. Some of these tests are customized for this exact specification. SPL specializes in unusual and […]

We perform oil testing by IP 19 to measure the demulsibility characteristics of oil, or the ability of oil to separate from water. The ability to release water can be very important to the operation of machinery in humid or wet climates. IP 19 measures the ability of oil to release water or separate from an […]

We perform driveability index testing by Specification ASTM D4814 to measure how gasoline fuel reacts to engine start-up in different weather conditions. This test is part of Specification ASTM D4814, which covers the establishment of requirements of automotive fuels for ground vehicles equipped with spark-ignition engines. Sample quantity required: 250 ml For additional information […]

We perform grease quality testing by ASTM D2509 to determine the load-carrying capacity of lubricating greases using the Timken Extreme Pressure Tester. Also called Extreme Pressure or EP, this test measures a lubricating grease’s ability to prevent damage to metal surfaces that rub together under high-stress operating conditions. ASTM D2509 corresponds to IP 326. For additional information […]

We perform quality testing by ASTM D1401 to measure the water separability of oils or synthetic fluids, or the ability to separate from water. ASTM D1401 is used for specification of new oils and monitoring in-service oils for water contamination. We also perform water content, water contamination, and water resistance testing by ASTM D1264, ASTM D1533, ASTM D1744, ASTM D1796, ASTM […]

We perform quality testing by ASTM D1353 to measure residue in volatile solvents used in paint, varnish, and other products. Volatile solvents are used in the manufacture of paint, varnish, lacquer, and other related products, and the presence of any residue may affect the product quality or efficiency of the process. This test method […]

We perform fuel quality testing by ASTM D1218 to measure the refractive index of transparent and light-colored hydrocarbons. This test method also covers a procedure for measuring the refractive dispersion. Refractive index and refractive dispersion are fundamental physical properties, which can be used in conjunction with other properties to characterize pure hydrocarbons and […]

We perform testing by DIN 51751 to measure the distillation characteristics (also known as the boiling-range characteristics) of liquid petroleum products. We also perform distillation testing by ASTM D1078, ASTM D1160, ASTM D86, and ISO 3405. These different test methods use different instruments or procedures or are used for certain sample types. Click on the test method number […]

We perform distillation testing by ASTM D1160 to determine the range of boiling points for certain petroleum products at reduced pressures. ASTM D1160 is used for the determination of the distillation characteristics of petroleum products, biodiesel, and petroleum fractions that may decompose if distilled at atmospheric pressure. The boiling range is directly related to viscosity, vapor pressure, heating value, average […]

We perform testing by ASTM D1133 to find the Kauri-Butanol value of hydrocarbon solvents, which measures their solvent power in paint and other products. This test method is used for the determination of the relative solvent power of hydrocarbon solvents used in paint and lacquer formulations. The kauri-butanol value is used as a […]