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mesh screens that trap larger contaminants. Also, there are fine-mesh screens called last chance filters for straining the oil just before it passes from the spray nozzles onto the bearing surfaces. [Figure 6-36]  These filters are located at each bearing and help screen out contaminants that could plug the oil spray nozzle. 

## Oil Pressure Regulating Valve 

Most turbine engine oil systems are the pressure regulating type system that keeps the pressure fairly constant. An oil 

pressure regulating valve is included in the oil system on the pressure side of the pressure pump. A regulating valve system controls the systems pressure to a limited pressure within the system. It is more of a regulating valve than a relief valve because it keeps the pressure in the system within certain limits other than only opening when the absolute maximum pressure of the system is exceeded. 

The regulating valve Figure 6-37  has a valve held against a seat by a spring. By adjusting the tension (increase) on the spring, you change the pressure at which the valve opens, and you also increase the system pressure. A screw pressing on the spring adjusts the tension on the valve and the system pressure. 

## Oil Pressure Relief Valve 

Some large turbofan oil systems do not have a regulating valve. The system pressure varies with engine rpm and pump speed. There is a wide range of pressure in this system. A relief valve is used to relieve pressure only if it exceeds the maximum limit for the system. [Figure 6-38]  This true relief valve system is preset to relieve pressure and bypass the oil back to the inlet side of the oil pump whenever the pressure exceeds the maximum preset system limit. This relief valve is especially important when oil coolers are incorporated in the system since the coolers are easily ruptured because of their thin-wall construction. Under normal operation, it should never open. 

## Oil Jets 

Oil jets (or nozzles) are located in the pressure lines adjacent to, or within, the bearing compartments and rotor shaft 

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