Measuring Density of Diesel & Fuel Oil | Assess Quality & Quantity of Fuel

Diesel / fuel oil density is the absolute relationship between mass and volume at a stated temperature. The SI unit is kg/m 3 at a reference temperature, typically 15°C.

For diesel / fuel oils, density is required for quantity calculations and also to determine the optimum size of gravity disc for the centrifuge. Diesel / fuel oil density also gives an indication of other fuel characteristics, including specific energy and ignition quality (CCAI).

From a commercial perspective, the measurement of diesel / fuel oil density is essential as residual fuel is supplied by volume but ordered and priced by weight. If the actual value is less than that stated, there will be a proportional shortfall in the quantity of product supplied.  From a technical perspective, without density the incorrect gravity disc may be selected for setting the traditional purifier.

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Kittiwake Density Analysis Products

Density Meter – Kittiwake’s Density Diesel / Fuel Oil Meter is suitable for diesel and residual fuel oils. It can be used to:
                    - Confirm the quantity of fuel delivered
                    - Verify that the correct grade of fuel has been delivered
                    - Estimate the combustion performance (CCAI), correct viscosity in cP to cSt.