LUBRICANT CLASSIFICATION

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1 LUBRICANT CLASSIFICATION MOTOR OIL There are two main CLASSIFICATION criteria for motor oils: Based on Viscosity (SAE) Based on Performance (API, ACEA, manufacturer's specifications) SAE CLASSIFICATION Kinematic viscosity measured at 100 C defines SAE degrees from 20 to 60 for rising levels of viscosity. Dynamic viscosity at low temperatures defines the SAE "W" degrees, from the initial "winter", from 0W to 25W on the basis of viscosity levels measured at temperatures from -35 to -5 C. The temperature represents the lowest possible temperature at which the engine can be started when lubricated with an oil of the corresponding SAE degree ( a 15W oil makes it possible to start the engine at up to -20 C).

1 LUBRICANT CLASSIFICATION MOTOR OIL There are two main classification criteria for motor oils: • Based on Viscosity (SAE) • Based on Performance (API, ACEA, manufacturer's specifications) SAE CLASSIFICATION Kinematic viscosity measured at 100°C defines SAE degrees from 20 to 60 for rising levels

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