What is used to distribute lube oil to all points in the diesel engine?

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In a diesel engine, oil must be delivered from the pump to every bearing and moving part to prevent wear. This distribution is done by a central buildup called the header. Oil from the pump flows into the header and is split into separate feeds that run to the main bearings, connecting rod bearings, camshaft and other lubricated surfaces. The header keeps the pressure and flow balanced so each point gets lubrication. The main oil line supplies the header, but the actual distribution to all points happens through the header’s outlets. A distributor is used for ignition or fuel in some systems, not for oil distribution, and while a lube rail exists in some designs, the standard term for the component that distributes oil to all points is the header.