Karl Fischer Data

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I have Mobil DTE 846 turbine oil. We had an analysis performed and have a Karl Fischer number of 129. It does not have units, but I am guessing this means ppm. I have a coalescer set up on this unit, but do not get water from the coalescer. The report states that a watch advisory is 100 and warning advisory is 200.

8/25/094:11 PM

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swickerMember

It would be helpful to include a question when I write a post. I was in too big of a hurry.

Can anyone help provide information about the Karl Fischer number and how to better understand the number.

Also, at this level, can I expect a coalescer to remove these amounts of water?

8/26/095:53 AM

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mrhughesMember

Hello.

It is VERY likely 129 ppm.

You will not be able to remove 100%, it is dependingon the oils saturation level at 129. (I dont know this oil type well)

8/30/094:12 PM

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jeffchapinMember

I agree with mr. Hughes, and am quite sure the number you mention is in fact ppm. It may be difficult to get your number below 100 ppm using your coalescer. If your oil is healthy it could be possible. I would also suggest recommend having Demulsibility (D1401) ran on your oil.

8/31/094:53 PM

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