Oil changes checked by hand

Parker Hannifin has developed a hand-held oil condition monitor to take the guesswork out of oil changes.

The Oilcheck is designed to increase engine performance and life by providing users with an early warning of critical oil contamination levels, preventing impending engine failures.

The portable, battery-powered device makes accurate oil condition monitoring simple.

A clean oil sample is placed in the Oilcheck's sensor well and the test button pressed to set the instrument to zero.

The device is then cleaned out with a degreaser and a contaminated oil sample used, producing a new numerical reading on the LCD display, showing a positive or negative change in dielectrics.

This reading can be compared against the green/amber/red efficiency scale for fast and simple results.

Combining easy to use functionality and the ability to be carried around in a pocket, the Oilcheck is ideal for fleet owners, garages and DIY mechanics.

The device offers a low-cost solution to analysing the quality of oil, removing the need for guesswork and providing accurate, repeatable results that can have a significant effect on engine life.

Oilcheck is suitable for use with all mineral- and synthetic-based oils.

The portable device weighs 0.4kg and has a battery life of greater than 150 hours or 3,000 tests.

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