FURNACE OIL (F.O)
Furnace oil is a dark viscous residual product used as a fuel in different types of combustion equipment. Different grades of Furnace oil available depends on the viscosity of material.
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Acidity | Nill |
| Ash % | 0.1 – 0.15 % - max |
| Gross Calorific Value | 10000-10350 Cal/g |
| Relative Density At 15 °C | 0.9600 – 0.9900 g/ml |
| Flash Point | 66 °C - min |
| Kinematic Viscosity At 50 °C | 80 - 380 |
| Sediment | 0.25 % - max |
| Sulphur | 3.5 – 4.5 % |
| Water Content | 1 % - max |
Applications:
Furnace oil is used for steam boilers in power plants, aboard ships and industrial plants.
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