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Method of reducing asphaltene precipitation in an engine utilizing a C22 hydrocarbyl salicylate

US8399392B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 10, 2009
Grant dateMar 19, 2013
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Expiry dateSep 10, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC10N2040/252
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of reducing asphaltene precipitation or ‘black paint’ in an engine is disclosed. The method includes the step of lubricating the engine with a lubricating oil composition comprising: an oil of lubricating viscosity in a major amount; and, a salicylate detergent system in a minor amount comprising one or more neutral or overbased alkaline earth metal C22 hydrocarbyl substituted salicylates.

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