stable performance coconut oil production line in zimbabwe

   
stable performance coconut oil production line in zimbabwe
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • stable performance coconut oil production line in zimbabwe
Does coconut maturity level affect lubricating properties?

From the published studies, it was observed that the influence of the maturity level of coconuts on the lubricating properties of the obtained oils was not investigated. Thus, the effect of coconut maturity level on the change in lubricating properties has not been described.

Does the maturity level of coconut oil affect kinematic viscosity?

No significant influence of the maturity level of the coconuts on the change in the dynamic and kinematic viscosity of the obtained oils was found. With oils that have a very low viscosity, there is a possibility of metal-to-metal contact between machine parts. This is due to the very thin layer of lubricating film in low-viscosity oil.

Does jatropha oil lubricate better than coconut oil?

Jatropha oil shows better lubricating properties, i.e., a smaller wear area than that of coconut oils. The size of the wear area of the Reichert test was around 19.5 mm 2 in the case of jatropha oil.

Can coconut oil be used as boundary lubricant?

Study [ 9] compared the lubricating properties of coconut oil and mineral oil. A lower coefficient of friction and better oxidation properties were found for coconut oil. In general, the natural oils can be used as boundary lubricants because, due to their high polarity, they have a high affinity for lubricated surfaces.