Multisource Metals

Silicon - Dirt (as silica), Anti-foaming agent (usually under 20 ppm), Coolant additive, Silicon sealant, Some greases.

Boron – Detergent, Dispersant, Anti-wear additive, Anti-oxidant in oils and coolants.  

Sodium – Corrosion inhibitor in oils and coolants, Road Salt, Sea Water.   

Potassium – Corrosion inhibitor in oils and coolants, Sea Water, Additive in some fuels.  

Magnesium – Anti-corrosion additive, Anti-wear additive, Neutralizes acids (BN increaser), Case or Housing wear.

Titanium – Anti-wear additive.  Wear metal in turbines, springs and some valves.

Molybdenum – Extreme pressure and anti-oxidant additive, ring wear, coolant additive, grease additive.

Manganese – Shaft, bearing, valve and gear wear.  Anti-knock additive in fuel.  Oil additive.

Lithium – Grease soap.  Contaminant when found in an oil sample.

Antimony – Extreme pressure additive, anti-wear additive, oxidation inhibitor, rust & corrosion inhibitor.