ASTM D4304-00

1.1 This specification covers mineral oils used in steam and gas turbine lubrication systems where the performance requirements demand a highly refined mineral base oil compounded with rust and oxidation inhibitors plus selected additives as needed to control foam, wear, demulsibility, and so forth.

1.2 This specification is intended to define the properties of mineral oil-based turbine lubricating oils that are functionally interchangeable with existing oils of this type, and are compatible with most existing machinery components and, with appropriate field maintenance, will maintain their functional characteristics.

1.3 This specification is intended to define only new lubricating oil before it is installed in the machinery.

1.4 This specification is intended to be used as a guide. It is possible that oils that do not meet this specification may perform satisfactorily in some turbines.