MODERN RISKS OF VARNISH AND DEFLAGRATIONS IN COMPRESSOR AND TURBINE LUBRICATION OIL SYSTEMS
Abstract
This presentation looks at a case study of a main air compressor that developed severe varnish ultimately linked to change in modern oil chemistry. It reviews actions that can be taken to minimize oil degradation resulting in varnish formation and reduce the risk of deflagrations in compressor and turbine oil systems.
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Citation
Toussaint, Jillian (2021). MODERN RISKS OF VARNISH AND DEFLAGRATIONS IN COMPRESSOR AND TURBINE LUBRICATION OIL SYSTEMS. Turbomachinery Laboratory, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station; Texas A & M University. Libraries; Texas A & M University. Libraries. Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /196723.