Boiler and Generator Fuel Oil are blend of distillate components and a small amount of Furnace Oil. These fuels are used for lift irrigation pump sets, DG Sets and as a fuel in certain boilers and furnaces, fisheries department for their fishing trawlers etc.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
| Sr. No. | CHARACTERISTICS | TEST METHOD | TEST VALUE | UNIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Color | IS : 1967 P : 12 | 3.0 – 7.5 | ASTM |
| 2 | Appearance | Visual | Dark | |
| 3 | Density 30°C | IS : 1448 P : 16 | 0.99 Min | gm/ml. |
| 4 | Flash Point | IS : 1992 P : 69 | 95 Min | °C |
| 5 | K. Viscosity @ 100°C | IS : 1448 P : 25 | 18 – 20 | Cst |
| 6 | Pour Point | IS : 1448 P : 10 | 10 Max | °C |
| 7 | Sulfur Compounds | IS : 1448 P : 33 | 0.5 – 2.5 | % by mass |
| 8 | Ash | IS : 1448 P : 04 | 0.03 | % by mass |
| 9 | Gross Calorific Value | IS : 1448 P : 06 | 10,000 Min | Cal/g |