On-Site Test Kits for:
Total Water • Total Base Number • Total Acid Number
Preventive maintenance of engines, turbines, pumps and hydraulic equipment is much easier to talk about than to implement. Analysis of lubricating fluids historically involves difficult testing that must be performed in a laboratory at considerable cost. Although engineers and maintenance personnel realize the advantages of good preventive maintenance, testing is often not implemented in the haste of day-to-day operations.
Dexsil's HydroSCOUT, Titra-Lube TBN and Titra-Lube TAN on-site test kits bring lubricant testing out of the laboratory and into the field. The field test kits are faster and less expensive than standard laboratory analysis. HydroSCOUT, Titra-Lube TBN and TAN test kits provide technical or non-technical personnel the ability to achieve accurate, reliable data in a minimal amount of time. Our on-site test kits have eliminated the use of chlorinated solvents and other toxic chemicals associated with current methods. The new formulation eliminates health hazards, as well as costly disposal problems of hazardous waste.

Quantitatively Determines Total Base Number In Oil, On-Site
ASTM Method #D-5984-96
Diesel engine oils can be easily tested for Total Base Number (TBN) on-site or in the laboratory by using Titra-Lube TBN. TBN is the measure of reserve alkalinity (base) added to lubricating oils to protect the engine from the corrosive effects of acids formed during the combustion of fuels containing sulfur. Titra­Lube TBN can be used in the field or in a laboratory to accurately determine the oil's TBN level in less than 5 minutes. The test provides a colorimetric determination of TBN between 0 and 20 mg KOH per gram of sample. Oil color does not interfere with test results because the colorimetric determination is carried out in the aqueous phase. All premeasured reagents are non-hazardous, sealed in glass ampules and contain no F series solvents. Each kit contains everything needed to do the analysis.

• All reagents are premeasured and sealed in glass ampules
• Results are consistent and accurate
• All reagents are safe, no chlorinated solvents or chlorobenzenes
• Easy disposal in normal laboratory waste
• Results in less than 5 minutes
• Range: 0-20 TBN (mgKOH/gram of sample)
• Method Detection Limit (MDL): 0.6 mg KOH/gram of sample
• Minimum Quantitative Level (MQL): 1.8 mg KOH/gram of sample
• Test works equally well on new oils and dirty contaminated oils
• More efficient and economical than preparing standard laboratory reagents

Analytes

Total Base Number

Matrix

Lubricating Oils, Industrial Oils

Detection Method

Quantitative colorimetric titration

Action Levels

0-20 TBN Units (mg KOH/gm sample)

MDL

0.6 TBN Units

MQL

1.8 TBN Units

Overall Accuracy

10% +/- MDL

Analysis Time

5 minutes

Titra-Lube TBN

TI-LUB

(Patent Pending)

Packaged 20 kits to a shelf pack,
80 kits per case. Minimum order is 20 kits.
All orders must be in multiples of 20 kits

Titra-Lube TBN vs. ASTM D-2896 and D-4739

Sample

OIL TYPE

0-4739

0-2896

Titra-LubeTBN

A

NEW

1.31

0.90

0.85

B

NEW

7.05

7.87

7.53

C

NEW

12.45

14.78

13.62

0

NEW

11.2

12.44

11.58

E

USED

3.79

8.79

5.42

F

USED

9.61

13.55

11.36

G

USED

4.64

6.37

5.26

H

USED

13.05

16.76

15.5

I

USED

4.21

8.22

6.0

J

USED

4.03

8.48

5.7

K

USED

2.54

6.87

4.9

L

USED

2.54

6.89

4.3

M

USED

5.56

6.89

4.3

N

USED

7.25

11.12

9.5

0

USED

6.89

10.70

8.5

Comparison of ASTM method C2896 and Titra-Lube on new lubricating oil samples.

Sample 10.

Titra-Lube TBN

Titra-Lube TBN

Amalie

12.09

12.6

Quaker State (SAE 30W)

8.72

8.7

Quaker State HD (20W-20)

8.08

8.2

Castrol GTX(10W-40)

7.84

7.2

Castrol Motorcycle

6.43

5.8

Kendall Super D III

10.96

10.4

Penzoil Multi High Viscosity

9.08

8.8

Amoco LDO All Seasons (20W-50)

8.95

8.5

Mobil 1 (15W-50)

7.05

7.4

Comparison of ASTM method D2896 and Titra-Lube TBN used diesel lubricating oil samples.

Sample 10.

Titra-Lube TBN

Titra-Lube TBN

MO-1

8.17

1.2

DDO-1

6.93

6.6

TMO-LC1

6.48

6.2

JTF-KSDIII-1

7.24

6.5

EBU-1

5.45

5.9

CP-EE1

9.29

9.0

CDT-4309

8.37

7.5

CDT-9250

16.10

16.4

8RB357-250

13.40

12.8

Quantitatively Determines Total Acid Number In Lubricating Oil And Other Hydrocarbon Based Fluids
Oxidation of oils, such as lubricating, hydraulic, pump and other oils, is one main cause of mechanical malfunction. These oils can be analyzed for total acid number quickly and easily by incorporating Titra-Lube TAN test kits in your preventive maintenance schedule. Accurate monitoring of fluids for increased acid number can reduce costly repair or replacement of equipment.
Designed to be used by non-technical personnel, the kit can accurately detect acid build-up in less than 5 minutes at the job site. Titra-Lube TAN closely matches results obtained by more costly laboratory methods such as ASTM Method D-664.
Titra-Lube TAN contains no F series solvents. All premeasured reagents are non-hazardous and sealed in glass ampules for consistent, accurate results. Oil color will not interfere with the test because the colorimetric endpoint is carried out in the aqueous phase. The test covers the range of 0 - 2 TAN units (mg KOH/gram of sample) and comes complete with everything necessary to per­form one test.

Analytes

Total Acid Number

Matrix

Lubricating Oils, Industrial Oils, BioDiesel

Detection Method

Quantitative Colorimetric Titration

Action Levels

0-2 TAN Units (mg KOH/gm sample)

MDL

0.18 TAN Units

MQL

0.50 TAN Units

Overall Accuracy

10% +/- MDL

Analysis Time

5 minutes

Titra-Lube TAN

TI-TAN

(Patent Pending)

Packaged 20 kits to a shelf pack,
80 kits per case. Minimum order is 20 kits.
All orders must be in multiples of 20 kits

Titra-Lube TAN vs. ASTM Method D-664 The following chart illustrates a direct comparison between results obtained with the Titra-Lube TAN Kit and those obtained by laboratory method ASTM 0- 664. Each result is the average of three tests. Range for the Titra-Lube TAN Kit as configured is 0 to 2 mg KOH/gsample.

Sample

Method D-664

Titra-Lube TAN

Cutting Oil1

.367

.325

Cutting Oil2

.129

.150

Cutting Oil 3

.084

100

Cutting Oil4

1.204

1.150

Honing Oil 1

.626

.550

Extreme Pres. Compound

1.640

1.500

Oxidized Oil

.236

.200

Crankcase Oil

.185

.150

Hydraulic Fluid 1

.208

.200

(TAN Average of 3 Runs Each)

Titra-Lube TAN vs. ASTM Method D-664-04 The results for the Titra-Lube TAN were found to be statistically indistinguishable from the D-664 results with a correlation coefficient (R2) of 0.97. As shown in the above graph, the slope of the regression line was 0.97 and not statistically different from 1 and the intercept (0.03) was not statistically different from 0, indicating that the kit method is accurate and shows no systematic bias relative to the lab method.

HydroSCOUT is an on-site test that quantifies water in industrial oils quickly and easily. The HydroSCOUT method incorporates the standard reaction of water with calcium hydride to produce one mole of hydrogen for every mole of water. By inserting the reaction tube into the hand-held meter, the instrument converts the pressure of the hydrogen into the amount of water in the sample. The results are reported in ug/mL. To convert to parts per million, simply divide your results by the specific gravity of the oil sample.

HydroSCOUT Meter
The meter is menu driven for ease of use. All programs are auto-calibrated and perform quality control checks to minimize false negatives and ensure accuracy.

Analytes

Water

Matrix

Lubricating Oils, Industrial Oils, BioDiesel

Detection Method

Quantitative Calcium Hydride reaction

Action Levels

50 - 10,000 ug/mL

MDL

50 ug/mL

MQL

150 ug/mL

Interferences

Ethylene Glycol/ Acids

Overall Accuracy

10% +/- MDL

Analysis Time

Less than 10 minutes

HydroSCOUT PPM Meter with Carrying Case (with 40 Tests Reagents)

HS-MTR-02

All reagents are premeasured and sealed in glass ampules for safe, accurate and consistent results. Analysis time is less than 10 minutes utilizing a sam­pling syringe, one test tube and one breakable ampule. Each test comes with a disposal ampule that allows easy disposal of used tests in normal waste. This environmentally safe test kit comes packaged with 40 tests per box.

• For low levels of water (ppm range): Programs C, D, E
• Sample Size: 5 ml
• Measurement Range: 50 ug/ml to 10,000 ug/ml
• MDl: 50 ppm
• Mal: 150 ppm
• Sample Matrix: lube Oils, Hydraulic Oils, Brake Fluids, Fuels.
  NOTE: Phosphate Ester based hydraulic oils, solvents and gasoline should not be run using the 5 ml sample size.

HydroSCOUT PPM Reagents 40 Tests

HS-LRP-40

160 Tests (one case)

HS-LRP-CS

Total Free Fatty Acids / Total Water in Biodiesel / 0 - 90% Ethanol in Gasoline
Alternative fuels are derived from renewable sources such as vegetable and animal oils; ethanol from sugar or cellulose; solar radiation from the sun, and other sources of energy not derived from fossil fuels.
Biodiesel and ethanol are two energy sources that are being introduced into the fuel marketplace worldwide. These new energy sources are added to refined fossil fuels such as diesel fuel, home heating oils and gasoline. To ensure that these blended fuels meet alternative fuel standards set by the industry, analytical testing should be performed before these fuels reach the consumer.
Dexsil has developed on-site test kits to meet some of these needs. HydroSCOUT can quantify total water content in biodiesel from 50 ppm - 10,000 ppm. Titra Lube TAN can measure the free fatty acid content in biodiesel from 0 - 2 mg KOH/Gram of Sample. For gasoline, Quant-N-OL measures the amount of ethanol in gasoline in a range of 0 - 90%. Our on-site test kits are fast and easy to use and eliminate the need for expensive and time-consuming laboratory methods.

HydroSCOUT® PPM Range For Biodiesel
HydroSCOUT is an on-site test that quantifies water in biodiesel quickly and easily. The HydroSCOUT method incorporates the standard reaction of water with calcium hydride to produce one mole of hydrogen for every mole of water. By inserting the reaction tube into the hand-held meter, the instrument converts the pressure of the hydrogen into the amount of water in the sample.

HydroSCOUT® Meter For Biodiesel
The meter is menu driven for ease of use. All programs are auto-calibrated and perform quality control checks to minimize false negatives and ensure accuracy.

Biodiesel PPM Reagents
All reagents are pre­measured and sealed in glass ampules for safe, accurate and consistent results. Analysis time is less than 5 minutes utilizing a sampling syringe, one test tube and one breakable ampule. Each test comes with a disposal ampule that allows easy disposal of used tests in normal waste. This environmentally safe test kit comes packaged with 40 tests per box.

Analytes

Water

Matrix

Biodiesel

Detection Method

Quantitative Calcium Hydride reaction

Action Levels

50 - 10,000 ug/mL

MDL

50 ug/mL

MQL

150 ug/mL

Interferences

Ethylene Glycol 1 Acids

Overall Accuracy

10% +1- MDL

Analysis Time

Less than 10 minutes

HydroSCOUT PPM Meter with Carrying Case (with 40 Tests Reagents)

HS-MTR-02

HydroSCOUT PPM Reagents

40 Tests

HS-LRP-40

160 Tests (one case)

HS-LRP-CS

Test For Acid Number In Biodiesel
Titra-Lube TAN is designed to determine the amount of free fatty acids in biodiesel. The test covers the range of 0 - 2 TAN units (mg KOH/gram of oil) and comes complete with everything necessary to perform one test. Titra-Lube TAN contains no F series solvents. All premeasured reagents are non-hazardous and sealed in glass ampules for consistent, accurate results. Oil color will not interfere with the test because the colorimetric end point is carried out in the aqueous phase.

Analytes

Total Acid Number

Matrix

Biodiesel

Detection Method

Quantitative Colorimetric Titration

Action Levels

0-2 TAN Units (mg KOH/gm oil)*

MDL

0.18 TAN Units

MQL

0.50 TAN Units

Overall Accuracy

10% +1- MDL

Analysis Time

5 minutes

Titra-Lube TAN

TI-TAN

(Patent Pending)

Packaged 20 kits to a shelf pack, 80 kits per case.
Minimum order is 20 kits.

Determine Alcohol Content In Gasoline
Quant-N-OL, a test for the quantifying alcohol in gasoline is now available from Dexsil Corporation. A fast, easy to use test allows regulators and gasoline distributors to test for the presence and percentage of alcohol in gasoline, on-site, with safe non-toxic reagents in less than 2 minutes. The range for this field portable test is 0 to 90%.

Analytes

Alcohol, Ethanol

Matrix

Gasoline

Detection Method

Miscibility

Action Levels

0-90%

Analysis Time

Less than 2 minutes

Quant-N-OL

QU-NOL-SP

Packaged 20 Tests to a Box, Minimum order is 20 Tests.
All orders must be in multiples of 20 Tests

Dexsil's full service analytical laboratory provides environmental analysis on a timely basis at reason­able cost. Standard turnaround time for all analyses is five working days, and one day turnaround is avail­able for most analyses. Dexsil's lineup of analytical equipment includes:

• Gas Chromatographs with ECD, FID, PID, HECD, and Mass Spec Detectors.
• Ion Chromatographs
• ICP Spectrophotometers
• HPLC
• Flash Point Apparatus
• Numerous Wet Chemistry Analyzers
• Bomb Colorimeter

PCB, Metals, TCLP and Other Laboratory Services
Dexsil supplies sample vials and postage paid mailers to all customers sending in oil samples and also supplies refrigeration packs, bottles, and postage paid mailers for TCLP samples.
Results for each sample are reported on individual certificates and faxed results are available at no extra charge.
Dexsil supplies clearly organized Chain of Custody forms to all customers who ship samples to Dexsil. These forms help maintain a defensible chain of custody from the time samples are taken until sample results are reported.
If you are in the area, we invite you to see our laboratory in operation. Contact the analytical lab for pricing and additional information.

Used Oil Analysis

Analyte

Method

Total Halogens

EPA 5050/9056

PCBs

EPA 600/4-81-045

Metals (As, Cd, Cr, Pb)

EPA 3040Al601 OB

Sulfur

EPA 5050/9056

Water

ASTM D 6304-98

Flash Point

ASTM D 3828A

Specific Gravity

ASTM D 1298

BTU Content

ASTM D 2015

ASH

ASTM D 482-80

PCB Analysis

Matrix

Method

Oil

EPA 600/4-81-045

Soil

EPA 8082

Water

EPA 608

Surface Wipes

EPA 8082

Lubricating Oil Analysis

Method

Base Number

ASTM D 2896

Acid Number

ASTM D 664

Water

ASTM D 6304-98