Marine Engineering

Synthetic Lube Oil Mineral Lube Oil Synthetic oils can be a amalgamation of man-made oil + mineral oil or fully man made oil. Mineral oil is basically a derivative of petroleum products which is then refined to its usable form.  Expensive as compared to mineral oil. Less expensive Can withstand high temperatures. Can’t withstand high temperature They are the best, they provide highest level of protection for engine components. They provide the least protection to engine components. Can withstand high temperature & Lasts much longer than mineral oil. Can’t withstand high temperature Synthetic oils do not allow engine components to wear as much as mineral oil thus they are not suitable during break in periods. Suitable for machinery having break in periods. Since it allows engine components to wear evenly