Low SAPS Engine Oil Is mainly used in vehicles that use Ad-blue and have a diesel particulate filter fitted (DPF). What is Low- SAPS Engine Oil, why is it used and where can you buy it from? Read on to find out more.
What is low-SAPS Engine Oil?
Low-SAPS Engine oil is an oil that has a low content of ash levels created from the burning of sulphated ash, phosphorous and sulphur which the acronym SAPS refer to. Different vehicle manufacturers can use different types of Low - SAPS Oils with different ACEA C Ratings, which can be found in your vehicle’s handbook.
Different SAPS oils include:
C1 Low SAPS - 0.5% Ash - Fuel Efficient
C2 Low SAPS 0.8% Ash - Higher performance, fuel-efficient
c3 Low SAPS 0.8% Ash Higher Performance, less fuel-efficient
Why Is Low SAPS Oil Used?
Low-SAPS Engine oil is used to reduce deposits left from burning of the oil. These can build up leading to a blocked diesel particulate filter. A blocked DPF can impact vehicles performance/efficiency and increase emissions. Deposits may also form on internal engine parts which can damage the engine.
Where Can I Purchase Low SAPS Engine Oil?
We sell Low-Saps Engine Oil available in 20-litre containers, 205 Litre Barrell, and 1000 litre IBC’s (Check For Availability). To order Contact us on 01360 660264. To view our full range of fuel additives, lubricants and oils visit here
If your vehicle needs Low-SAPs Engine Oil you will also need Licensed AdBlue. To find out more about Ad Blue read our full guide here or to order please give our office phone on 01360 660264
