ISO 6247:1998 PDF

Overview

ISO 6247:1998 - Petroleum products: Determination of foaming characteristics of lubricating oils - specifies a laboratory method to measure the foaming tendency and foam stability of lubricating oils at defined moderate temperatures. The procedure is empirical and applicable to lubricants with or without antifoam additives. Results indicate potential lubrication, cavitation or performance problems in systems where foam formation can impair equipment operation.