Compliance Standard : ASTM D1264 – Water Washout Characteristics of Lubricating Greases, Equivalent to IP 215,
Application : The Water Washout Apparatus is used to determine the resistance of lubricating grease to washout by water from a bearing when subjected to water spray under controlled laboratory conditions. Automotive wheel bearing greases, Marine and wet-environment lubricants, Industrial machinery exposed to water, Quality control of lubricating greases.
Product Description : The apparatus simulates real operating conditions where grease in a bearing is exposed to water. A standard test bearing packed with grease is rotated at 600 ± 30 rpm while water at a controlled temperature is sprayed onto it for 1 hour. The percentage of grease washed out is determined by weight loss. The unit consists of a bearing housing assembly, water spray system, constant speed motor, water bath with temperature control, and support frame.
Technical Specifications (Typical)
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Feature |
Specification |
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Standard |
ASTM D1264 |
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Test Bearing |
Standard deep groove ball bearing |
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Bearing Speed |
600 ± 30 rpm |
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Water Flow Rate |
5 ± 0.5 mL/sec |
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Water Temperature |
38 ± 1°C (100°F) or 79 ± 1°C (175°F) |
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Test Duration |
60 minutes |
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Drive Motor |
Heavy duty motor with speed control |
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Water Bath |
Stainless steel bath with heater |
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Temperature Control |
Digital PID controller |
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Frame |
Mild steel powder coated / SS construction |
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Power Supply |
230V, 50 Hz, Single phase |
Apparatus Supplied :
- Water washout test unit with motorized bearing assembly
- Stainless steel water bath with heater
- Digital temperature controller with sensor
- Water spray nozzle arrangement
- Bearing housing and guard
- Standard test bearing
- Flow control valve and piping
- Instruction manual
Optional Accessories
- Additional test bearings
- Flow meter for precise water flow measurement
- Thermometer with calibration certificate
- Timer with alarm
- Spare spray nozzles
- Calibration certificate (NABL traceable)
Dimensions & Weight (Approx.)
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Parameter |
Value |
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Overall Size |
600 × 450 × 600 mm |
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Net Weight |
35 – 45 kg |