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Class 4 (4th Engineer) MEKM 📅 Apr 2024

Exam Question

Compare the desirable qualities of the lubricating oil selected for each of the following duties: (16)

(a) Auxiliary diesel engines

(b) Stern tube bearings

(c) Refrigeration compressors

(c) Gear case of purifier

Give reason for the differing properties of the oils recommended for these four purposes

Reference Answer

### Introduction
The selection of a lubricating oil is critically dependent on the specific operational demands of the machinery it serves. Each application imposes unique conditions of load, temperature, speed, and potential for contamination. Therefore, oils are formulated with distinct properties and additive packages to provide optimal performance, protection, and longevity. The differing properties for the four mentioned duties are analyzed below.
### (a) Auxiliary Diesel Engines
Auxiliary engine crankcase oil must lubricate moving parts, cool components, clean internal surfaces, and protect against corrosion under high-temperature and high-pressure conditions created by combustion.

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