Stern Tube Lubricating Oil systems operate under difficult and severe operating conditions, these
Oils are exposed to seawater which can cause rust and corrosion, wear and tear due to heavy
operating conditions of the propellor shaft which could lead to the formation of wear metals and
oxidation of the Stern Tube Lubricating Oil due to heavy use. The IACS (International Association of
Classification Societies) mandates that testing of the Stern Tube Lubricating Oil should be ideally
carried out every 6 months, but it is noticed that ship owners and managers prefer testing the oil
every 3 months for optimum performance.
Atlas Lab provides a comprehensive state-of-the-art Stern Tube Lubricating Oil testing and analysis
service. We test the Stern Tube oils as per the following world-class standards such as ASTM -
American Society for Testing and Materials, ISO - International Organization for Standardization
etc. The various tests conducted for Stern Tube Oil are Density, Kinematic Viscosity, Flash Point,
Pour Point, Water, Carbon Residue, Ash, Sulfur etc. Tests for Stern Tube Oil are carried out by
experts in the field of testing and analysis with over 40 years of cumulative experience to provide
exact results for your Stern Tube Oil-related issues. Atlas lab offers a complete solution for Stern
Tube Oil with quick and precise test results at a cost-effective price to clients on a global scale.
Benefits of Stern Tube Oil Testing
To meet and comply with the different national and international standards
To improve the life duration of the Stern Tube and Stern Tube Oil
To have contamination, rust, oxidation and wear and tear under control
To identify possible issues with the Stern Tube before they occur
To ensure optimum stern tube lubrication performance and reliability