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Information On ZDDP Oil Treatment

  • mardi 7 juillet 2015
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  • By Jordan Schmidt


    This is a compound that was introduced into the market about 70 years ago and is fully known as Zinc dialydithiophosphate which is normally added to motor oils. It was initially meant to be used on aircraft engines but it was later seen that it can be used in vehicles as well. A lot of research was done and the result was that it could be useful in minimising the wear of engines when added to other oil products. ZDDP oil treatment plays a very big role in the motor industry.

    The compound is believed to have anti-oxidant and corrosion resistance properties that are important in protecting the internal combustion engine from aging. Despite its good qualities, there have been efforts to stop it from being used as an additive due to the long term human toxicity associated with it. Proper disposal habits can help control this problem.

    Adding to that, the catalytic converter is negatively affected by the zinc and phosphates that are present in the compound. Due to concerns by researchers, manufacturers reduced its concentration in oils and immediate effects were seen in both modern and classic engines. The classic engines were more affected as cases of total camshaft destruction and rapid wear were on the rise.

    Phosphorus does most of the work in reducing the aging of engines compared to zinc despite the compound having both names. If the proportion of zinc to phosphorus is higher, then the problem of wear will only be worsened. Classic and modern engines are different in their need for this compound and they cannot use the same products.

    Moreover, this compound becomes most useful at the time of break-in for the camshafts and lifters. For a classic engine that has been rebuilt, the compound is crucial during the run in period and should be considered as an additive. When adding the compound to your oil, you should be cautious to use the right amount as overdosing leads to increased wear.

    Another consideration will be using classic motor oil which specifically contains the compound such as valvoline. If you opt to add ZDDP to your oil, make sure that you carry out proper measurements following the recommended concentration levels as guided by the manufacturer. This additive will ensure a happy and long lived driving.

    Many people are more familiar with fuel additives than oil additives. This is because fuel runs out fast while oil is only replaced after about three months. More people should be aware of the importance of engine health to the wellbeing of the vehicle in comparison to fuel. Very few people know that most of the products sold in the market already have additives.

    The additives have different purposes and some of them are; detergents, dispersants, friction-modifiers and anti-acids. In order for a person to make a good decision, they should know what they want to buy and what it will do rather than rely on what the product claims to do and his expectations. It is very difficult to carry out tests in a bid to verify these claims in the market.




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