AMSOIL Marine Dual Remote Filtration System - Protect Your Marine Engines (BMK-18)
Hard-working engines come in all shapes and sizes, from heavy-duty diesels to high performance racing engines. Though seldom recognized as part of this group, marine engines include some of the hardest working, hottest running engines out there.
Marine engines, from those found in recreational watercraft to larger commercial boats, often sit idle in storage for weeks or months and when put on the water are required to run at full throttle for extended periods of time. These torturous conditions place tremendous stress on engines and engine Oil. Since clean engine Oils is critical for ensuring proper operation and protection, AMSOIL recommends the use of the Marine Dual Remote Filtration System (BMK-18).
The
AMSOIL Dual Remote and By-Pass filtration systems have been an integral part
of the company's advanced engine protection product line. Building on the customer-proven
success of automotive dual remote and by-pass filtration technology, the Marine
Dual Remote Filtration System was created to address the specific severe operating
environment of marine engines in both salt and fresh water. For example the
hose fittings are coated with a 3 ml layer of Alumiplate™ and 1 ml of zinc and
yellow chromate.
Standard hydraulic fittings typically survive for 96 hours in the grueling ASTM B-117 Salt Spray Test. When we subjected the Alumiplate™ coated AMSOIL Marine Bypass System fittings to this critical corrosion resistance test protocol, they lasted over 1,000 hours! This means the Alumiplate™ coating on the fittings of the AMSOIL Marine Bypass Filtration System are 10 times more corrosion resistant than standard zinc and yellow chromate plated fittings. While this exclusive Alumiplate™ coating process is expensive, AMSOIL felt this extra margin of system protection was absolutely necessary to provide marine application customers with extraordinary corrosion resistance and protection - and the peace of mind that goes with knowing that the AMSOIL Marine Bypass System is engineered for demanding marine applications. Also, the fasteners and mounting bracket are stainless steel, and the hose are U.S. Coast Guard approved.
The
effects of marine engines running predominantly at or near full throttle after
extended periods of non-activity include high operating temperatures and increased
potential for wear on engine components. The AMSOIL Marine Dual Remote Filtration
System offers a clear advantage by providing better Oils filtration, increased
Oils capacity, longer Oils and filter life, plus the ability to remove water
from the lubrication system. Moisture typically condenses inside engines to
combine with residual combustion gases. The resulting compounds strip beneficial
additives from engine Oils and act as corrosive substances that further degrade
the engine Oils and promote engine wear. Humid environments make marine engines
especially prone to these conditions. The BMK-18 greatly curbs the effects of
moisture and condensation by safely retaining water within the filtration system.
Dual remote filtration is a highly efficient filtering process capable of removing the vast majority of wear causing particles which are in the 5-20 micron range. It also has the ability to effectively remove particles down to 1 micron in size. Furthermore, a dual remote filtration system requires a 1.5 to 2 quart Oils volume increase, with the added Oils offering increased cooling capabilities. The additional hoses, fittings, filters and aluminum mount assemblies also allow the engine Oils to dissipate heat more efficiently as it passes through the filtration system, extending the service life of both the engine and the engine Oils.
A
large number of marine diesel engines have by-pass Oils filtration systems installed
by the engine manufacturer. Until now, however, this technology has not been
available to smaller pleasure boats and light commercial marine applications.
Depending on the owner's frequency of use, the improved filtration of the Marine Dual Remote system, along with the use of AMSOIL's synthetic lubricants, could completely eliminate Oils and filter changes during a typical boating season.
With marine engines located in a relatively confined and remote space within the watercraft, ease of filter access and reduced Oils spillage are significant benefits of the Marine Dual Remote System.
The remote mount of the BMK-18 is also compatible with the new AMS-Oiler™ Oils Pre-Charger (AMK-01) for added engine protection during the frequent dry starting that is typical of marine engines that sit idle for even short periods of time.
The
BMK-18 is packaged in kit form, which includes the Dual filter mount, mounting
hardware, hoses, hose fittings, component parts and installation instructions.
In addition, adapter kits of four different sizes enable the BMK-18 to be installed
on a wide variety of recreational and light commercial marine engines. The BMK-18
kit offers a new heavy duty, machined aluminum adapter and retaining nut that
fits on the existing Oils filter mount. Each adapter kit is application specific
and must be ordered separately. Please consult
BMK-18 Adapter Kit Reference Guide
for specific applications. Adapter kits are available for the most popular filter
thread sizes. When ordering the BMK-18 request one of the following adapter
kits:
BK-195 for 1 x 16 thread
BK-196 for 13/16 x 16 thread
BK-197 for 18 mm x 1.5 mm thread
BK-198 for 20 mm x 1.5 mm thread
Also, for ease of installation in some applications, optional 90 degree fittings
(BK-199 and BK-200) can be mounted on the filter adapter collar. These parts
are also sold separately.
The AMSOIL Marine Dual Remote Filtration System represents the cutting edge of filtration technology-another example of AMSOIL's commitment to providing quality innovations that can benefit consumers everywhere.
