Introduction
A petroleum octane and cetane tester is an instrument used to measure the octane number of the gasoline and the cetane number of the diesel fuels, and it is used in the petroleum, the fuel, the automotive, and the quality control industries. The octane number indicates the anti-knock quality of the gasoline, and the cetane number indicates the ignition quality of the diesel fuel, and the petroleum octane and cetane tester measures the octane and the cetane numbers by the various methods, such as the calculation from the density and the distillation, the near-infrared spectroscopy, and the derived cetane number by the combustion, following the standard test methods, such as the ASTM and the ISO standards; the petroleum octane and cetane tester consists of a measurement system with the sensors or the combustion chamber, a sample introduction system, and a control and a data analysis system, and it provides the octane and the cetane numbers, with features such as the rapid analysis and the data management; the petroleum octane and cetane tester is used for the testing of the gasoline and the diesel fuels, for the quality control, for the blending, for the compliance with the specifications, and for many other applications, and it is an essential instrument for the fuel testing. Petroleum octane and cetane testers are used in the petroleum industry, in the fuel industry, in the automotive industry, in the laboratories, and for many other applications. With their octane and the cetane measurement, petroleum octane and cetane testers are essential for the fuel quality control.
Octane and Cetane tester T-S210OCT
Octane and Cetane tester is a highly-sensitive portable tester, employs research and motor measuring methods (RON and MON) that measure both gasoline octane value and diesel cetane value....
Standards
ASTM D613-Standard Test Method for Cetane Number of Diesel Fuel Oil
ASTM D2699-Standard Test Method for Research Octane Number of Spark-Ignition Engine Fuel
ASTM D2700-Standard Test Method for Motor Octane Number of Spark-Ignition Engine Fuel
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Combined instrument for measuring octane number of gasoline and cetane number of diesel fuel.
2. Standard engine or calculated method configuration for dual fuel quality assessment.
3. Suitable for refinery quality control, fuel certification and research applications.
4. Digital control with automated test sequence reduces operator intervention.
5. Supports both research octane and cetane measurement in one laboratory setup.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this instrument mainly applied to?
A: The petroleum octane and cetane tester is used in petroleum refineries, fuel quality laboratories and research institutions to measure both the octane number of gasoline and the cetane number of diesel fuel. It supports gasoline and diesel specification compliance, refinery process control, product certification, fuel blending optimization and regulatory reporting. Octane number measures gasoline antiknock performance, while cetane number measures diesel ignition quality. Having both capabilities in one setup allows fuel laboratories to evaluate both major transportation fuel quality parameters efficiently, supporting refinery operations, fuel marketing claims and compliance with national and international fuel quality standards for gasoline and diesel.
Q2: What standards does the instrument comply with?
A: Octane measurement follows ASTM D2699 research octane and ASTM D2700 motor octane methods, with calculated methods referencing ASTM D2885. Cetane measurement follows ASTM D613 and ISO 5165. Corresponding GB/T 5487, GB/T 503 and GB/T 386 methods apply. The instrument complies with relevant laboratory safety and emissions standards.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The whole tester is covered by a 12-month warranty. Engine, control system and sensors are covered, while fuel filters, engine oil and wear parts are consumables excluded from warranty. Extended service contracts are available. Damage from improper fuel use or lack of maintenance is excluded.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation requires trained personnel familiar with octane and cetane test methods and engine operation. We provide structured training and operation manuals. Automated test sequences reduce operator subjectivity, but proper sample preparation and result interpretation require experience.
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Calibration with certified reference fuels should be performed according to the standard methods, typically before each test series. Daily system checks are recommended. Full engine maintenance and calibration follow the manufacturer schedule and method requirements.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Reference fuels, engine oil and filters are available from qualified suppliers, though certified reference fuels must be sourced from accredited providers. Long-term consumable and maintenance cost is significant due to engine operation.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes automation level, data management and sample handling. Additional accessories and reference fuel sets can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time and cost.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: Yes, these testers include on-site installation, commissioning and operator training. Site preparation guidance is provided before delivery to ensure ventilation, power and fuel storage requirements are met.
Q10: What types of samples are compatible with this equipment?
A: The tester handles gasoline and diesel fuels within the method ranges. Gasoline for octane and diesel for cetane should be tested separately with appropriate method setup. Samples containing water or particulates should be pretreated. Oxygenated fuels and biodiesel blends may require special consideration according to applicable standards.
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