Thermal Antonio Guiterasfrom Matanzas, left the National Electric System (SEN) on Wednesday morning.

As stated in Facebook The reason is a “disturbance” in the so-called control of oil, said Jose Miguel Solis, an official journalist specializing in the subject.

This new problem at the plant occurs just two months after its last synchronization, said engineer Ruben Campos Olmos, who announced that the solution will not be available before Thursday.

“Once the damage is assessed in depth, we will provide details, although they are initially considering 24 hours,” the reporter said.

What is so-called “oil control”?

Oil control in a thermal power plant refers to a system or set of equipment responsible for managing the flow, pressure and temperature of oil used in various processes within the plant. In thermal power plants, oil can have several critical functions:

lubricationMany mechanical plant components, such as bearings in generators and turbines, require an effective lubrication system to function properly. “Oil control” controls the supply and pressure of lubricating oil to these components.

refrigerationIn some factories, oil is also used to help dissipate heat generated in equipment, especially in those components that operate at high temperatures.

HydraulicOil can be used in hydraulic systems to operate valves, regulators, and other devices that require force to operate.

he “control of oilIt includes pumps, filters, heat exchangers, control and monitoring systems, among other components, to ensure that the oil is in the ideal conditions for its specific function within the thermal power plant. It is a critical component for the safe and efficient operation of the plant.