Turbine systems provide mechanical, thermal or electrical power. The turbine oil has to lubricate mainly the bearings of the turbine and the gearbox, if present. Gas, steam or water turbines put different thermal stress on the oil. In some systems the lubricating system and the hydraulic control system are separated, in others not. To meet the different system designs, operational and environmental conditions and maintenance requirements the selection of the right turbine oil type is crucial. The use of ISO or DIN standards is the first step, followed by OEM specifications. To achieve a reliable operation the professional monitoring of the oil condition, varnish monitoring included, and special oil cleaning techniques are important.

This webinar contains the following videos:

  • Turbines: Types and main tasks of the turbine oil
    Video length: 16:08 Minutes
    Target: Get to know the functions of a turbine oil and how base oil and additive collaborate to get it done.

  • Turbines: Oil requirements and turbine oil types
    Video length: 15:08 Minutes
    Target: Get to know the functions of a turbine oil and how base oil and additive collaborate to get it done.

  • Varnish: Formation mechanism, influence factors and mitigation
    Video length: 07:05 Minutes
    Target: Get to know the mechanism of varnish formation and the main influence factors helps to achieve a smoot and reliable operation.
In addition to the videos, you can download the used presentations as PDF files.

Course plan

Turbine types and turbine oil tasks
Turbine oil requirements and types
Varnish handling in turbine oil systems