PCS Instruments - HFRR (High Frequency Reciprocating Rig)

Overview A ball-on-plate reciprocating friction and wear test system for assessing the performance of both fuels and lubricants under boundary conditions.

It is the industry standard for testing diesel fuel lubricity and conforms to multiple international standards.

Industry Standards

• ISO 12156: Diesel fuel - Assessment of lubricity using the high-frequency reciprocating rig (HFRR).
• ASTM D6079: Standard Test Method for Evaluating Lubricity of Diesel Fuels by the High-Frequency Reciprocating Rig (HFRR).
• ASTM D7688: Standard Test Method for Evaluating Lubricity of Diesel Fuels by the High-Frequency Reciprocating Rig (HFRR) by Visual Observation.
• Other Standards: CEC F-06-A, EN 590, JPI-5S-50 and IP 450.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency: 10 to 200 Hz
• Stroke Length: 20 µm to 2 mm
• Load: 0.1 to 1.0 kg
• Contact Pressure: Up to 1.4 GPa
• Test Sample Volume: 2 ml
• Temperature Range: Ambient to 150°C

Applications

• Evaluating the lubricity of diesel fuels and gasolines.
• Characterising the performance of boundary lubrication additives.
• Evaluating marine engine lubricants.
• Studying fretting phenomena.