What kind of lubricating oil is used for piston air compressors?
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Piston air compressors use L-DAB100 lubricating oil. The following are the specific details of the lubricating oil: 1. Applicable parts: Lubricating oil is suitable for components such as windows, sunroofs, door hinges, engine cover hinges, electric rearview mirrors, and wipers. It provides excellent lubrication effects for issues like rust, jamming, and abnormal noises. 2. Functions: High-quality lubricating oil not only lubricates and reduces friction between rubber strips and window glass, effectively eliminating mechanical noise and solving window jamming and abnormal noise issues, providing long-lasting protection for windows; but it also effectively cleans window stains, prevents rubber strip aging and corrosion, restores flexibility, prevents water leakage from rubber strips, and has functions like moisture-proof sealing.
As someone who frequently tinkers with these machines in the workshop, I'd say piston-type air compressor lubricants require specialized compressor oil. Options like mineral-based lubricants or synthetic types are ideal, with common viscosity grades such as ISO VG 100. Why not use regular engine oil? Because ordinary oil tends to oxidize and degrade under high temperatures, risking clogged pipes or damaged components—big trouble. I learned this the hard way once when I cut corners with some old oil, resulting in deafening machine noise and near-total failure. My advice: regularly check oil levels and color, typically replacing every 500 hours (shorten intervals in hot summers for safety). Never overlook the manufacturer's manual—it lists recommended specs to avoid brand mishaps. Simple filter cleaning is also crucial, as dust buildup hampers lubrication. Bottom line: use dedicated oil reliably, and proper maintenance keeps your machine running longer.
