Development of the Field Fuel Quality Monitor
Abstract
This report details the development of a portable device to measure the cleanliness and stability of diesel fuels in both bulk and vehicle fuel cell storage. Both an initial laboratory prototype and a portable field unit are discussed. The cleanliness of the fuel is evaluated by first filtering the fuel and then determining the amount of particulates on the filters using a contaminated filter measuring device. The filters are rated by measuring the amount of light which passes through the filters to estimate the amount of particulates based on a calibration chart. A measure of the stability of the fuel is obtained by aging a sample of the fuel at 150 degrees C, then filtering the aged fuel and rating the filters as before. Correlation of the 150 degrees C test with the ASTM D 2274 accelerated stability test was determined. A fuel color comparator is included for measuring fuel color. The test monitor is contained in two carrying cases which include materials necessary for sampling as well as testing.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA156228
Entities
People
- L. L. Stavinoha
- S. R. Westbrook
Organizations
- Southwest Research Institute