What are the different classes of lubricant additives?

There are a number of different additive "families" - each with a unique purpose and each imparting different properties to the finished lubricant. In this video we explore each of these additive classes and give a basic description of their function. Families in this video are: Pour point depressants Viscosity index (VI) improvers Seal swell agents Oxidation inhibitors Metals deactivators Foam inhibitors Rust and corrosion inhibitors Detergents and dispersants Antiwear agents Friction modifiers Become a Lubrication Expert with low-cost industry training: https://lubrication.expert Here at Lubrication Expert we take a first-principles approach to lubricants and greases; helping industry understand lubrication technology and pushing the limits of what is possible. Catch us on Twitter:   / lubricationexp   Catch us on LinkedIn:   / lubrication-expert