S.O.S Service Analysis

One of the most important tools in a CSA is the S.O.S. (Schedule Oil Sample). S.O.S. is an analysis of fluids that permits us to establish tendencies and to detect failures in the equipment, this with only taking periodical samples of the fluids in your equipment.

The analysis of S.O.S. can detect:
1. Excessive wear in the components.
2. Entrance of dirt.
3. Entrance of water.
4. Contamination in the fuel.
5. Contamination in the coolant of the engine
6. Viscosity in the oil
7. Oxidation and sulphate
8. Count of particles by milliliter

This analysis gives us a complete picture of the condition of the oil and the components that it lubricates. To have the maximum benefit of this analysis it should be done on a schedule predetermined.

The common intervals recommended by CAT for the oil samples are:
Engine 250 hours.
Transmission 500 hours
Hydraulic System 500 hours
Final Drives and Differential 500 hours

You should always refer to your operations and maintenance manual to determine the specific intervals of your equipment.

With the SOS fluids history of your equipment, we can:
Prevent major failure of components.
Quickly detect the cause of failure in the components of your equipment.
Monitor repairs in the equipments.