Coolant Analysis Service

Our coolant testing service analyses your coolant for levels of contamination, system wear and its composition. These tests (detailed below) are performed in laboratory conditions and the findings along with any recommendations or required actions, will be detailed to you in a comprehensive report.

The FA-ST complete (UK) coolant analysis & sampling kit (COOLKIT1), featured below is perfect kit for you to submit your coolant samples to us. This kit can be used with all coolants and comes with a pre-paid jiffy bag and return address label, and is inclusive of the coolant analysis service with a report emailed to you after analysis.

Coolant Analysis Kit

Kit Contents

60ml PETG sample bottle, sample tubing, equipment ID labels, re-sealable plastic bag and a pre-paid, addressed postal jiffy bag to return your sample.

All-inclusive coolant analysis service

Price is inclusive of the laboratory coolant analysis, recommendations and comprehensive report, which will be issued to you in PDF format via e-mail.

Fast Service Turnaround

Turnaround time from receipt of the sample in our laboratory to return of your report and recommendations is 2-4 working days.

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Coolant Analysis Tests Performed

Contamination testing is split into a number of different individual tests. We will perform:

Glycol Volume Testing - This determines the presence of ethylene glycol used in coolant.
Solid Volume Testing - Total Dissolved Solids examines the combined content of all inorganic and organic substances contained in coolant.
Sediment Testing - These determine the amount of free sediment in the coolant.
Appearance - This includes the colour and to visually see whether the coolant is in good clear condition.

Foaming testing - Foaming can result from excessive agitation, improper fluid levels, air leaks, contamination or cavitation, the pitting or wearing away of a solid surfaces as a result of the collapse of a vapour bubble. Foaming can cause sluggish operation and cavitation in pumps or fluid transfer devices.

pH Testing - pH is a measure of the coolant's acidity or alkalinity. Whereas a coolant's neautralisation number is related to the quantity of acid - or base-forming materials in a solution, pH indicates their intensity. Coolant pH range should remain between 7.5 and 11 to provide adequate corrosion protection.
Resistivity Testing - The resistivity of a liquid is a measure of its electrical insulating properties under conditions comparable to those of the test. High resistivity reflects low content of free ions and ion-forming particles and normally indicates a low concentration of conductive contaminants.
Ferrous Testing - This test identifies any rust within the coolant indicating lack of rust inhibitor.
Freezing Point Testing - Tests what point the coolant freezes at to ensure it is able to carry to remain fluid in low temperatures.
Nitrite Testing - Nitrite is an inhibitor for cast iron, steel and liner cavitation protection. Excessive levels can lead to solder corrosion, precipitate formation and water pump failure.