Features: Efficient and intuitive to use Immediate laboratory quality onsite results Reports new SAE and ISO cleanliness classifications, 4/6/14 µm(c) Harmonizes NAS 1638 to new MTD calibration Full ISO 11171 calibration options Laser-optics precision Compatible with Skydrol & Hydraulic Oils Viscosity and Temperature measurements included Battery powered, fully portable Built-in printer and display Multiple language support

Kit includes: Shipping Case, Bottles, Online adaptor, Manual, CO2 bottle, Shoulder strap, ISO MTD calibration. 8 channels: 4, 4.6, 6, 9.8, 14, 21.2, 38 & 68 µm.

 

PODS - Oil Analysis for Controlled Purity of Hydraulic Fluids
Recognizing a problem means defining a standard for eliminating that problem. A new standard for comprehensive oil contamination level diagnostics is defined by PODS, the Portable Oil Diagnostic System designed for field monitoring of hydraulic systems. PODS is the first system in its class with NIST test dust calibration according to the new ISO 11171 standard. The most important component of a hydraulic system is the hydraulic fluid used to operate the system. Trouble-free operation is only guaranteed if the fluid is in proper condition. It is therefore necessary to check both the condition and the composition of the hydraulic fluid over and over again.

 

PODS measures the particle concentration in the hydraulic oil
Hydraulic oil is contaminated by particles entering from the outside, by component wear debris, or by aging of the oil. Excessive particle contamination of the oil results in seized valves, broken pumps, and worn seals. PODS detects concentrations of up to 90,000 p/ml (ISO code <24), even on-line at operating pressures up to 420 bar. PODS returns an accurate oil diagnosis within a minute. Based on this information, it is possible to take action appropriately, i.e. change the oil or initiate other measures.

 

PODS measures the viscosity
Changes in oil viscosity can also affect the performance and the durability of hydraulic components. by means of a built-in sensor, PODS detects changes in oil viscosity caused by oxidation, reaction with water or metal ions, or degradation of additives.

 

PODS measures the temperature
PODS enables field measurement on working machines by recording contamination levels under operating conditions at operating temperature. High oil temperatures can be caused by seized pump controllers or clogged water separators, with a resulting increase in the number of particles. Both high oil temperature and high concentration of particles in a particular size range can also be an indication of free water. For this reason, PODS also measures the oil temperature with a built-in sensor.

 

Additional functions
Measured results are stored by PODS for subsequent evaluation and printing. For this purpose, PODS can be connected to a computer. Using the PODSWARE software, it is possible to convert the data into the Excel format for evaluation. PODS also supports detailed analyses of the condition of the hydraulic oil, both in the field and in the lab. Preventive maintenance can then be specified appropriately in order to avoid machine down times.