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SAE 50 is a single weight oil that is 50 weight when cold or hot. SAE 20w50 is a multi-grade oil. When cold it flows as a 20 weight oil and therefore flows much easier. At full operating temperature it flows as a 50 weight oil. The W stands for winter.

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