Lube Oil Filtration TEST BENCH

Lube Oil Filtration Test Bench (aka BLUEDGE) designed to evaluate the performance of hydraulic filtration systems for gas turbine bearing oil, adhering to ISO 3968 standards, is an essential tool for assessing the filtration efficiency and effectiveness of these systems. In this case, the test bench is specified to handle 4000 liters of oil with a maximum flow rate of 1500 liters per minute (lpm). Additionally, it is equipped with a device to record and analyze the electrostatic discharge generated as the fluid passes through the filtration media.

Here is an overview of the key features and components of this specialized lube oil filtration test bench:

• Purpose: The primary purpose of this test bench is to evaluate the performance of hydraulic filtration systems used in gas turbine bearing oil applications. It ensures that the filtration system can effectively remove contaminants and particulate matter from the oil, maintaining the required oil quality for the turbine's bearings.
• Key Features:

  • Oil Reservoir: The test bench includes an oil reservoir capable of holding up to 4000 liters of gas turbine bearing oil. This ensures that a substantial volume of oil can be processed and tested.

  • Flow Rate Control: The test bench can handle a maximum flow rate of 1500 liters per minute, simulating real-world operating conditions and ensuring the filtration system's efficiency under varying flow rates.

  • Filter Housing: The system includes a filter housing designed to hold the hydraulic filter element under evaluation.

• Data Acquisition and Analysis:

  • Electrostatic Discharge Recording Device: The test bench is equipped with a specialized device to record and analyze electrostatic discharges generated as the fluid passes through the filtration media. This can provide insights into the behavior of the oil and its interaction with the filter element.

  • Pressure Drop Monitoring: Instruments are in place to measure the pressure drop across the filter, a critical indicator of the filter's performance.

  • Flow Rate Measurement: The test bench can measure and record flow rates to assess the filter's performance at various flow conditions.

• Performance Criteria: The test bench follows ISO 3968 or other relevant standards, which specify performance criteria such as filtration efficiency, pressure drop, and dirt-holding capacity.

• Test Procedure: The test procedure on this lube oil filtration test bench involves:
  • Circulating the gas turbine bearing oil through the hydraulic filtration system.
  • Recording data, including pressure drop, electrostatic discharges, flow rates, at variable temperatures and density,
• Reporting: Test results are documented in a comprehensive report, including data, analysis, and conclusions regarding the hydraulic filtration system's performance. The electrostatic discharge data can provide valuable insights into the interaction between the oil and the filter element.

In summary, this specialized lube oil filtration test bench, built to ISO 3968 standards, is a crucial tool for evaluating the performance of hydraulic filtration systems for gas turbine bearing oil. It can handle a significant volume of oil with high flow rates, and its capability to record and analyze electrostatic discharges adds an advanced dimension to the assessment of filtration efficiency and oil quality.