Product | Base oil |
|---|---|
Packaging | 180 Kg Drums / Flexitanks |
Price | Negotiable |
Payment Terms | Negotiable, T/T |
Delivery Terms
| FOB, CIF, CFR, CPT and FCA |
Min Order
| Negotiable |
HS Code | 27101990 |
Base oils are used to manufacture products including lubricating greases, motor oil and metal processing fluids. Different products require different compositions and properties in the oil. One of the most important factors is the liquid’s viscosity at various temperatures. Whether or not a crude oil is suitable to be made into a base oil is determined by the concentration of base oil molecules as well as how easily these can be extracted.
Base oil is produced by means of refining crude oil. This means that crude oil is heated in order that various distillates can be separated from one another. During the heating process, light and heavy hydrocarbons are separated – the light ones can be refined to make petrol and other fuels, while the heavier ones are suitable for bitumen and base oils.
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Base oils are classified into different groups based on their composition, properties, and refining processes. Common types include Group I, Group II, Group III, and synthetic base oils such as polyalphaolefins (PAO) and esters. Each type offers specific performance characteristics and suitability for different engine applications.
The quality of base oil directly influences the performance and durability of engine lubricants. Higher quality base oils with better viscosity stability, oxidative stability, and thermal resistance provide superior protection against friction, wear, and corrosion, ensuring optimal engine performance and longevity.
Base oil undergoes extensive refining and purification processes to remove impurities, contaminants, and undesirable components such as sulfur, nitrogen, and aromatic hydrocarbons. Filtration, distillation, and hydrotreating are some of the techniques used to achieve the desired level of purity and cleanliness, meeting industry standards and specifications for engine lubricants.