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AMSOIL 2-Stage Air Filter Dusts The
Competition!
AMSOIL 2-Stage Air Foam Air
Filter outperforms both high quality paper filter, low quality paper filters
and oil-wetted gauze (K&N) in the SAE J726C Test Method which tests for air
flow, dirt removal and filter life.
Dirt is your engine's worst enemy! The only thing stopping abrasive
airborne dirt and grit from entering and seriously damaging your engine is
your air filter. But in order to do the job right, and air filter must not
only effectively stop harmful dirt, it must do so without obstructing the
vital flow of air that allows proper combustion and maximum engine
performance.
This website page describes the air filter test
equipment we have and how various types of air filter sections perform when
tested on this machine.
The air filter test machine consists of a three inch diameter clear plastic
PVC tube coupled to a vacuum motor. The top of the tube has an aluminum
mounting plate for air filter sections and the bottom of the tube has a
place to install an oiled piece of white foam pad to prevent dirt particles
from being sucked into the motor and destroying it.
Note: This is not intended to be a scientific test; it is a simple
comparison test with only one variable changed from test to test (air filter
sections). The air filter test machine consists of a three inch diameter
clear plastic PVC tube coupled to a vacuum motor. The top of the tube has an
aluminum mounting plate for air filter sections and the bottom of the tube
has a place to install an oiled piece of white foam pad to prevent dirt
particles from being sucked into the motor and destroying it.
A 5 x 5 inch. section of a freshly oiled air filter is placed on the
mounting plate and secured. The test machine is turned on and one teaspoon
of Standardized Air Filter Testing Dust is sprinkled on the top of the
filter section. The machine is then shut off and the filter section and pvc
tube is removed in order to inspect the white oiled foam pad. In each
test of a oil-wetted gauze filter test (K&N), the oiled foam is gritty and
full of test dust particles as is the inside of the PVC tube. A paper air
filter also lets the test dirt through but varies depending on the quality
of the paper filter.
When the exact same test is replicated with a section of an AMSOIL
2-Stage Foam Air Filter using an entire bag of test dust there is absolutely
no test dust particles on the oiled foam.
If the same test is run again, only this time lightly tapping the top of the
filters, simulating vehicle impacts and vibrations, the test dust ingress is
even worse for the oil-wetted gauze (K&N) while with the AMSOIL foam filter
there is still no test dust particles on the foam.
This test shows how oil-wetted gauze and paper air filters do not stop dirt
particles as well as an AMSOIL Two-Stage foam filter does. Sure, they may
flow air very well on a flowbench, dynomometer and in high performance
applications, but what good is all the airflow if the filter isn't trapping
and holding all the abrasive dirt particles?
Additionally, take a look at the oil used on the oil-wetted gauze filters.
It is a lightweight viscosity spray oil. Put it between your index finger
and your thumb and pull them apart and you'll see that very little happens.
In contrast, try the same thing with AMSOIL Foam Air Filter Oil, which has a
very high viscosity and when you pull your fingers apart the oil stretches
because of it's extremely high tack properties. This is what you need on a
filter to stop dirt dead in its tracks.
Same thing goes for other manufactures of foam air filters, like UNI, for
example. They also make an excellent foam air filter and use a very high
tack oil. Fact is, there is absolutely no better air filtration media
than oiled foam. Take a look at every off-road motorcycle that is used
in extremely dusty environments. They all have oiled foam air filters.
We have received numerous questions and concerns from K&N filter users with
the Dodge Cummins Turbodiesel and the Ford Powerstroke Diesel asking why the
air filter restriction gauge never moves when using a K&N air filter. The
answer is that the K&N has higher airflow capability due to larger holes in
the filtering media and it apparently does not stop enough dirt particles to
ever make the filter become restricted enough to make the restriction gauge
move. Take the K&N out and put in a paper filter an eventually the paper
filter will trap enough dirt that the restriction gauge will move. Same
thing with the AMSOIL foam air filter: as it traps dirt, eventually it will
cause the gauge to move, but it will take a longer period of time due to
it's superior filtering AND airflow capabilities. This same issue was
addressed in the Q&A section of a recent issue of the Turbo Diesel Register
magazine
We have no issue with oil-wetted gauze filters other than our test equipment
indicates that these filters don't stop all the small dirt particles. They
do flow air well, but what good is all the airflow if the filter isn't
trapping and holding all the dirt particles?
So, you may then ask why do so many race cars use oil-wetted gauze filters?
Our opinion is that they are interested in airflow and horsepower. Racing
engines get disassembled, inspected and re-built at least once a season and
in many cases several times a season therefore dirt stopping ability is not
the primary concern. And, where dirt stopping ability is a concern, such as
off-road racing, one manufacturer of oil-wetted gauze (K&N) offers a foam
wrap as described below.
An advertisement in the new products section of a performance racing
publication shows that K&N has released an open cell K&N Airforce Precleaner
for their 14 inch diameter round filters. It is an open cell foam wrap with
a special oil. The heading on their advertisement says: "Keep 90% of the
Dirt Out". We say, ok great. Now, what about the rest of the K&N's for
everyday car and truck use? Don't they also need a foam wrap?
Our Conclusion is just as we stated previously: There is absolutely no
better filtering media than oiled foam.
The AMSOIL 2-Stage Air Filter is a maximum performance, extended life filter
that combines the very best possible filtration with better air flow
characteristics. Its two thick layers of oiled polyurethane foam allow air
to pass through virtually unrestricted, while stopping and holding
destructive dirt and grit.
The AMSOIL 2-Stage Foam Air Filter is the best form of insurance that you
can buy for your engine. Its washable and reusable design provides many
thousands of miles of trouble-free service. The AMSOIL 2-Stage Filter is
designed to last indefinitely with proper service. Under normal driving
conditions, it may be used for 25,000 miles or one year between cleaning and
servicing. Under dusty driving conditions, it should be cleaned and serviced
more frequently.
How does AMSOIL , Oil-Wetted Gauze (K&N) and Paper Air Filters Compare in
Industry Standard Testing?
Here's a more detailed test procedure and conclusive results covering AMSOIL
vs. K&N and paper air filters according to the Industry Standard Society of
Automotive Engineers (SAE) test standard SAE J726.
Your car's engine "inhales" air that is mixed with fuel for combustion. But
air contains an incredible amount of suspended dirt - typically 400 tons of
it in a cubic mile. Much of this is microscopic dirt, extremely abrasive,
that can cause serious damage inside the engine. Consequently, an air filter
is a necessity. It provides the engine's first line of defense against
air-born dust.
An air cleaner must not only trap as much grit as possible, but it should do
so without "smothering" the engine, restricting its vital airflow. Thus the
most desirable performance characteristics for an air cleaning device are
high dirt-trapping efficiency, and minimal airflow restriction as the dirt
accumulates.
The Society of Automotive Engineers Test Code J726 specifies the procedures,
conditions, equipment, and report format which air filters can be uniformly
compared. A standardized dust contaminant is introduced into a specially
designed testing apparatus at a controlled rate. Most of the dust will be
trapped in the filter undergoing the test; the remainder is captured in an
"absolute filter".
The air pressure upstream and downstream of the test unit is monitored. The
test terminates when the pressure differential causes a predetermined amount
of fluid displacement on a water manometer. By quantifying and comparing
weights, pressures, and elapsed time, the experimenter can determine a
filters efficiency, capacity and airflow-based life expectancy.
Our J726 trials were conducted at an independent testing facility in the
upper midwest. The tests compared Motorvator, K&N, Accel, Fram, and AMSOIL
products. The results? AMSOIL proved vastly
superior to the competitors' air cleaners as the only air filter to
consistently score high marks in all three vital areas of airflow,
efficiency and capacity.
The AMSOIL 2-Stage Air Filter traps airborne dust with 99% efficiency; it
holds an incredible 281 grams of contaminant (that's over half a pound); and
it outlasts the competition. It performs two to four times longer than the
others. That's why AMSOIL can confidently recommend a 25,000 mile/1-year
service life. And the 2-Stage is actually re-usable, with proper cleaning
and re-oiling.
How does AMSOIL do it? Two different densities of lightly oiled polyurethane
foam surrounding an expanded metal cage, precisely assembled by careful
craftsman in AMSOIL's own manufacturing plant- that's how!
AMSOIL is the undisputed leader in
synthetics.............
Since
1972, AMSOIL
Synthetics have proven to be the BEST.
AMSOIL also engineers and manufactures Ea Oil
Filters with Nanofiber Technology which have a 25,000 mile/1-year service life as well as
specialized filtration systems for commercial and fleet
applications in cars and light, medium and heavy trucks which
can filter particles down to less than one micron (a standard
full flow oil filter can only filter to 20-25 microns, and at
a reduced efficiency) making oil changes virtually
unnecessary and virtually eliminating engine wear.
These filters have been proven by millions of miles of
over-the road trucks, construction equipment and fleet
service.
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AMSOIL saves you time and money.
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The only 25,000 mile/one- year and 35,000/one-
year motor oil in the world.
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Exceeds the most stringent performance
specifications of all major U.S. and foreign automotive and truck
manufacturers.
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Provides up to two-times the wear protection of
other motor oils.
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Increases the life of your vehicle.
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Improves performance, fuel economy and
efficiency.
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Diesel oil and filtration products designed to
deliver 1,000,000 miles for over-the-road trucks before engine overhaul.
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Used by many national racing teams, fleets,
police departments, construction firms and trucking companies.
Twin City Synthetics, LLC is comprised of a group of highly skilled team of Engineers and Lubrication and
Filtration Specialists. You too, can join our group when you become an AMSOIL
Dealer and take advantage of all that we offer as you use products in your own
vehicles or begin your own AMSOIL business. You won't find a more knowledgeable
and skilled group of Dealers anywhere which is very important when you need
support as you build your business.
In addition, as a Dealer in our group you will receive exclusive unlimited
product, technical and business support from the only group of Truck and
Automotive Engineers and Lubrication Specialists on the net.
We do not only run our business on the internet. We also have numerous
commercial, industrial, trucking, excavating, construction, logging, police,
racing and many more accounts that we support and service on a regular basis. We
have several fully stocked warehouses and fully equipped shop facilities. This
provides us with excellent knowledge of the products, equipment and the business
and the ability to respond immediately to any of your needs.
We will use this
knowledge and experience to help you get started so you too can achieve your
goals.
We possess the skills, desire and knowledge to answer questions, solve problems,
improve efficiency, reduce downtime, maintenance costs and increase the
durability and life of all of your vehicles.
Read what our satisfied customers have to say about us. Read through our
website. Contact us with any questions. If you decide to become an AMSOIL Dealer
you will be joining, in our opinion, the most skilled AMSOIL group there is. We
will help you get started and provide you with the tools and information in
order to be successful in this business or with technical and product assistance
to use AMSOIL products in your own vehicles.
We offer several options to receive information on AMSOIL. We welcome the
opportunity to work with your personally as your servicing AMSOIL Dealer. Our
AMSOIL Dealer Group is led by a Truck/Automotive Engineer and Lubrication
Specialist with over 20 years experience. This exceptional benefit is
unavailable elsewhere.
Please, email us at
info@twin-city-synthetics.com and
we will send you an exclusive
comprehensive package of product, technical and business information.
If you are
serious about AMSOIL products and the business opportunity this is the best
option. You will receive extensive technical and business support from both
myself and my Direct Jobber, a Detroit, Michigan Truck/Automotive Engineer and
Lubrication Specialist with over 20 years experience. We look forward to helping
you learn about AMSOIL.
Or for a smaller, very general information package (which includes a catalog and
Dealer application) you can request information via any of the links below.
To request a FREE Factory Direct Catalog
For Information on Becoming an AMSOIL Dealer
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To Sell AMSOIL in Your Store or Purchase For Use in
Your Businesses Equipment
To visit the AMSOIL Corporate Website for Product
and Business Opportunity Information
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