While it is often thought that viscosity is how "thick" a fluid's film is, viscosity is actually the measurement of a fluid's resistance to flow. This, of course, influences oil film thickness. More about viscosity fundamentals from Machinery Lubrication magazine

From the book "Preventive Maintenance"

The motor should rotate freely with no load. If the motor fails to move and the rest of the system is operating correctly, it's possible that the motor is passing fluid through its seals. If this is the case, it will be necessary to dismantle the motor and replace the seals. Another possibility is that the internal components have worn to a degree that allows passage of fluid.

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OCTOBER 2009

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Control Efectivo de la Contaminación
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Controle Efetivo de Contaminação
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Lubricación para Plantas con TPM
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