Fuel quality can seriously affect the efficient operation of engines.
By investigating the fuel, Oilcheck can assist the end user to assess
the quality of fuel as delivered from storage.
| Testing Levels |
| Level 1 |
A
contamination check resulting from poor performance or component
damage. This incorporates water, sediment and a basic assessment of the
appearance of the fuel.
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| Level 2 |
A
quality check for conformance to specification. This Schedule will
provide a definitive conclusion on the fuels fitness for use. The
analysis determines the fuel quality when sourcing causes of
performance problems (low power, smoking, component damage, etc.) It
indicates poor fuel quality due to contamination by light or heavy
grade products such as kerosene, petrol, solvents, wax, oil etc..
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PETROL |
TESTING LEVELS |
| Analysis |
Method |
Explanation |
Level 1 |
Level 2 |
| Appearance |
ASTM D4176 |
An indicator of dirt and/or water contamination of the fuel. |
YES |
YES |
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Colour |
VISUAL |
Helps identify fuel grade. |
YES |
YES |
| Particulate Contamination |
OL1003 |
Particulates contribute to fuel system blockage and faulty injector operation. |
YES |
YES |
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Moisture Content |
ASTM D6304A |
Moisture contributes to fuel system blockage and faulty injector operation. |
YES |
YES |
| Density |
ASTM D4052/D1298 |
Density is an indicator of petrol grade and of contamination. |
YES |
YES |
| Distillation Range |
ASTM D86/D2887 |
Distillation range helps indicate type and degree of contamination and conformance to specification. |
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YES |
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Ethanol content, IR Scan |
OL1053 |
Measures the amount of ethanol present, if any, in the fuel. The infrared scan also helps identify any contaminants present. |
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YES |
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