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[shvet1]

We need some means to quick measure preliminary RON of a petroleum blend. We know that chromatographs are extensively used for this purpose but this will be our last option.

Please advise a method or equipment or tool for to measure RON of a mix of hydrocarbons streams and octane boosters (oxygenates and aromatic amines).

 

Any experience will be appreciated.

Edited by shvet1, 20 August 2023 - 11:37 PM.

[Bobby Strain]

Do you have access to a test engine?

 

Bobby

[shvet1]

Yes, a local team uses this method for fuel certification before shipping. This way is too long while on-line chromatograph - too expensive.

[PingPong]

You could consider near infrared (NIR) spectroscopy to estimate RON and MON.

 

You can find plenty of links and pdf's about that using Google.

[shvet1]

Can you please comment experience/practice how NIR deals with boosters?

[breizh]

Hi,

You may want to talk to vendors:

https://www.azom.com...ArticleID=17517

 

For those like me not aware about RON/MON boosters in the petroleum industry:

https://wrtbv.com/pr...n-mon-boosters/

 

Breizh