Lubricants - Automotive and Industrial. This site is an introduction to industrial and automotive lubricants. It was first launched in 1996 as a free information source for the general public. There is no affiliation with any company. There are no lubricants or services for sale on this site. Like the good old days on the web.

The following diagram is a graphical representation of the process from base stock to the finished lubricant. You will learn the importance of the additive package in determining the characteristics of the finished automotive and industrial lubricant. Please review the articles, or reference material.

Articles

Additive Package	Base Oil Manufacture
Viscosity	Greases
Industrial Applications	Is Low Oil Pressure Bad?
Used Oil Analysis	Product Shelf Life
Engine Oil Functions	Engine Oil Certification
Should I Use Additives?

Reference

Viscosity Equivalents Chart	Glossary of Terms	Click and Convert
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