Case Study

Hope Downs Rio Tinto's Iron Ore Group Australia

Hope Downs Rio Tinto's Iron Ore Group Australia

Canadian head office: 4344 – 12 Street SE Calgary, Alberta, T2G 3H9, Canada Telephone (403) 242-4221 Fax: (403) 242-4249 Toll Free: 1-877-888-TRAP info@OneEyeIndustries.com Case Study: Lube Oil Magnetic Filtration November 2008 Hope Downs Rio Tinto's Iron Ore Group Australia APPLICATION: 16H Chain Case Lube Oil PROBLEM: High level of ferrous contamination and no filtration resulting in premature wear of the chain, sprockets, bearings and gears. SOLUTION: Install an OEI magnetic filter rod (3R20HD78) in the chain case inspection plate. The magnetic filter is located in the central splash area for maximum filtration and does not interfere with the operation. RESULTS: The first inspection showed significant wear debris resul

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