Engine LO Consumption - Rate Check
Main-engine lube-oil consumption rate vs shop-test baseline - trending identifies liner wear, fuel dilution or ring sealing issues.
SLOC measured
0.563g/kWh
Δ vs shop test
-6.2%
Diagnosis
Normal
Formula, assumptions, and limits
Slow-speed 2-stroke SLOC 0.5–0.8 g/kWh shop test. Rising trend ≥ 25 % → overhaul bearings / rings / pistons. Cross-check with piston-ring examination.
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specific lube-oil consumption | g/kWh | engine log | |
| Lube-oil mass flow | kg/h | LO tank soundings |