Total Engine Oil

Total Engine oil is a lubricant used to reduce friction and wear between moving parts in internal combustion engines. It also serves as a coolant, helping to dissipate heat generated by the engine's operation.

What is Engine Oil?

The Engine oil is typically made up of base oils, which are blended with additives to improve its performance and longevity. These additives can include detergents to keep the engine clean, dispersants to prevent the buildup of deposits, antioxidants to prevent the oil from breaking down due to oxidation, and viscosity improvers to ensure the oil maintains its lubricating properties across a wide range of temperatures.

What is the effectiveness of Engine Oil?

The effectiveness of Total engine oil is measured by its ability to lubricate the engine components and protect them from wear and tear.

When a Total engine is running, the oil forms a thin film between the metal surfaces of the engine, reducing friction and heat buildup. The oil also helps to disperse contaminants and deposits that can accumulate on the engine components over time.

What are the different grades of engine oil?

The two most common grading systems for Total engine oil are the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) system and the API (American Petroleum Institute) system. Here's a breakdown of the different grades for each system:

SAE System:

SAE 0W: Very thin oil that flows easily at low temperatures

SAE 5W: Thin oil that flows easily at low temperatures

SAE 10W: Thin oil that flows easily at low temperatures

API System:

API SN: Recommended for use in gasoline engines with modern emissions systems

API SM: Recommended for use in gasoline engines with older emissions systems

Should you mix mineral and synthetic Total engine oils?

Mineral oil and synthetic  Engine oil have different chemical compositions and properties. Mineral oil is derived from crude oil and contains impurities, while synthetic oil is chemically engineered to provide specific properties and performance characteristics. Mixing the two oils can result in unpredictable chemical reactions and changes in viscosity, which can affect the lubricating ability of the oil and potentially harm the engine.

What are the types of Engine oil?

There are several types of total engine oil available, each with its own properties and performance characteristics. Here are some of the most common types:

Mineral Oil: Mineral oil is the most basic type of engine oil and is made from crude oil. It is the least expensive option and is generally used in older engines or in vehicles with lower performance requirements.

Synthetic Oil: Synthetic oil is chemically engineered to provide better performance and protection than mineral oil. It is more expensive but offers better fuel efficiency, higher resistance to heat and oxidation, and better lubrication at cold temperatures.

Semi-Synthetic Oil: Semi-synthetic oil is a blend of mineral and synthetic oils, offering some of the benefits of synthetic oil at a lower cost.

How to dispose of used engine oil?

The used Engine oil industry is a multi-crore parallel business that is harming the environment as well as human health. There is still very little knowledge about the recycling of used engine oil in our country. The least you can do with the used motor oil is either you can collect it and take it to the local garage which might take it forward for disposal.