Myth: Lubricants are clean if grit or sediment cannot be seen.
Fact: Contamination from water, dirt, and incompatible oil can severely and detrimentally affect the useful life of the lubricant. Even fresh oil in the barrel can be dirtier than the used oil that is drained from the system.
Myth: Only Lubricants need filtration
Fact: Average individuals falsely believe that only lubricants used in industrial machines need to be filtered. However, the truth is that, like lube oil, hydraulic oil also comes into contact with vital parts of a machine and can degrade and deteriorate the hydraulic system. Contaminated hydraulic oil poses. a greater threat to a machine than contaminated lube.
Myth: More lubricant means better protection.
Fact: Over-lubrication can lead to increased friction, energy wastage, and even equipment damage. Proper lubrication involves finding the right balance to ensure optimal performance.