![]() If bubbles approximately 2 mm are produced, gather to the center of the oil spot, enlarge to about 4 mm, then disappear, approximately 0.1 to 0.2 percent water is present.įor moisture levels above 0.2 percent, bubbles may start out about 2 to 3 mm then grow to 4 mm, with the process repeating once or twice. If very small bubbles (0.5 mm) are produced but disappear quickly, approximately 0.05 to 0.10 percent water is present. If no crackling or vapor bubbles are produced after a few seconds, no free or emulsified water is present. Using a clean dropper, place a drop of oil on the hot plate. Violently agitate oil sample to achieve homogenous suspension of water in oil. Raise the hot plate temperature to 320☏ (160☌). The crackle test is a simple test to identify the presence of free and emulsified water suspended in the oil, provided a few simple rules are followed.īubbles 2-3 mm are produced growing to 4 mm, process repeats, possible violent bubbling and audible crackling. Simple, inexpensive onsite tests such as this can make a real difference in the effectiveness of oil analysis and contamination control. While the visual crackle does not replace the need for other more precise techniques, it does provide vital information when and where you need it. A laboratory syringe and a paint shaker can help create a more homogenous suspension, resulting in more consistent results. Success in using the procedure depends on practice with varying moisture concentrations in different common fluids, and maintaining a constant hot-plate temperature around 320☏ (160☌). The revised method is referred to as the visual crackle. Rather than simply listening for the crackle (scintillation), adding a visual observation and rating of the number and size of the vapor bubbles produced allows a rough indication of the amount of moisture present to be obtained. However, with practice and keen eyes and ears, the procedure can be advanced considerably and made more quantitative. In this application, the crackle test has been used as a reliable indicator of free and emulsified water, as a “go/no-go” test. Under carefully controlled lab conditions, the crackle test is sensitive to around 500 ppm (0.05 percent) of water-in-oil depending on the type of oil. ![]() This simple, tried-and-true method alerts the user to the presence of any free water.įor years, oil analysis laboratories have screened samples with the crackle test, performing more expensive analysis only when the crackle test is positive. One easy way of detecting the presence of free and emulsified water in oil is with the hot-plate crackle test. However, most of them are complicated, expensive or difficult to use in the field because they employ wet chemistry. There are a number of ways to measure the presence of water in oil. Free and emulsified water pose the greatest risk to the machine and the lubricant, and they should be carefully monitored and controlled. ![]() Water coexists with oil in the dissolved, emulsified or a free state. Water represents a real risk to equipment and should be aggressively controlled. Water also causes rust and corrosion of machine surfaces and reduces critical, load-bearing film strength. Water also promotes oxidation of the oil’s base stock, increasing the risk of sludge and varnish formation. While some additives cling to the water and are removed when the water separates from the oil (water washing), others are destroyed by water-induced chemical reactions ( oxidation and hydrolysis). ![]() Place into cupcakes holders (in a muffin tray to give shape) and place in the fridge for two hours (or freezer for 10mins if in a real hurry!).Įnjoy.you can see more party ideas from Arjun's 5th Birthday here.Moisture in hydraulic fluids and lubricating oils has a degrading effect on both the lubricant and the machine. Quickly add in rice bubbles and coconut and gently fold all together.ĥ. Add in vanilla essence and coco (should look more like it now!).Ĥ. Mix in honey and whisk well (don't worry how it looks at this stage!) followed by the vanilla essence.ģ. Melt coconut oil and add to a large mixing bowl.Ģ. I have been playing around with a healthier version and found it quite simple to re-create with a few tweaks! We made these on Sunday morning for Arjun's party - he pretty much did them all himself - so they do really get the tick of being super easy.įree of refined sugar, with just a dash of honey for sweetness, they are also dairy-free and gluten-free!ġ. Chocolate party crackles are something I remember from my own childhood. ![]()
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