WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF BASE OIL?
Though all engine oil serves the same purpose, there are different kinds.
Mineral Oil:Mineral oil is the classic oil that has been used for years. It is produced by adding detergent, viscosity improver, and anti-wear additives after the distillation of the underground petroleum we know. It is generally inexpensive and offers average performance.
Synthetic Oils: Synthetic oils are oils produced by chemists as a result of various chemical processes in laboratories. Their prices are higher than mineral oils, but they offer better performance and extended use. It has high thermal endurance. They perform their lubricating duties for longer periods and can withstand much more heat.
Semi-Synthetic Oils: Semi-synthetic oils are a mixture of the mentioned above, and their price and performance are between them. They are generally obtained by mixing 70-80% mineral oil with 20-30%
synthetic oil.