ASTM D8047
Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Engine Oil Aeration Resistance in a Caterpillar C13 Direct-Injected Turbocharged Automotive Diesel Engine
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ASTM D8047 is a test method for evaluating engine oil aeration resistance in a Caterpillar C13 direct-injected turbocharged automotive diesel engine. It helps define how an oil performs when exposed to operating conditions that can promote air entrainment, which is important for comparing lubricant behavior and supporting product evaluation. For buyers and technical teams, ASTM D8047 provides a focused way to assess a lubricant’s tendency to resist aeration in a specific diesel engine test environment.
ASTM D8047 standard overview
This ASTM standard describes a structured engine test method centered on aeration resistance for engine oil in a Caterpillar C13 direct-injected turbocharged automotive diesel engine. The designation is used to support consistent evaluation of lubricant performance under a defined test setup, helping users compare results more reliably. As a technical document, ASTM D8047 is typically relevant when oil performance needs to be judged against a repeatable engine-based method rather than a purely laboratory screening test.
Where is ASTM D8047 used?
This standard is commonly used in engine oil testing programs, lubricant development work, and quality control activities that involve diesel engine performance evaluation. It is most relevant where a Caterpillar C13 direct-injected turbocharged automotive diesel engine is used as the test platform. ASTM D8047 may support product qualification, formulation comparison, and technical review of oils intended for demanding diesel service conditions. It is especially useful when aeration resistance is part of the performance criteria being assessed.
Practical importance of ASTM D8047
In practice, ASTM D8047 helps organizations evaluate whether an engine oil can resist aeration in a repeatable engine test, which can support more consistent procurement and product selection decisions. This matters for compliance-oriented testing, internal benchmark programs, and supplier qualification work. By using a defined ASTM standard, laboratories and manufacturers can reduce ambiguity in results and better align technical claims with measured performance. ASTM D8047 is therefore useful for controlled comparison and risk reduction.
- Engine oil aeration resistance
- Caterpillar C13 diesel engine test method
- Lubricant performance evaluation
- Quality control and product comparison
- ASTM-based technical testing
- Publication Date: 2023-04-24
- Publisher: ASTM
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