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What does extreme pressure additives do for lubricants?
 
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What does a detergent do for lubricants?
 
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Answer to Question 1

This chemical compound increases the load carrying ability of the lubricant to cushion the shock and rubbing action associated with gear boxes.

Answer to Question 2

A detergent additive holds tiny particles, too small for filtration, in suspension to help keep metal surfaces clean by preventing deposit formation.




jwb375

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Reply 2 on: Aug 19, 2018
Excellent


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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