Caterpillar Methane Number Fuel Analysis

Printed 14Mar2013 Constituent

Methane Water Vapor Ethane Propane Isobutane Norbutane Isopentane Norpentane Hexane Heptane Nitrogen Carbon Dioxide Hydrogen Sulfide Carbon Monoxide Hydrogen Oxygen Helium Neopentane Octane Nonane Ethylene Propylene TOTAL (Volume %)

Abbrev
CH4 H20 C2H6 C3H8 iso-C4H10 nor-C4H10 iso-C5H12 nor-C5H12 C6H14 C7H16 N2 CO2 H2S CO H2 O2 HE neo-C5H12 C8H18 C9H20 C2H4 C3H6

Mole %
75,2300 0,0000 12,5600 7,1100 1,6900 1,6900 0,3450 0,3450 0,4000 0,0000 0,4300 0,2000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 100,0000

Norm
75,2300 0,0000 12,5600 7,1100 1,6900 1,6900 0,3450 0,3450 0,4000 0,0000 0,4300 0,2000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 0,0000 100,0000 Fuel Makeup: Unit of Measure: Calculated Fuel Properties Caterpillar Methane Number: Lower Heating Value (Btu/scf): Higher Heating Value (Btu/scf): WOBBE Index (Btu/scf): THC: Free Inert Ratio: RPC (%) (To 905 Btu/scf Fuel): Compressibility Factor: Stoich A/F Ratio (Vol/Vol): Stoich A/F Ratio (Mass/Mass): Specific Gravity (Relative to Air): Specific Heat Constant (K): 44,2 1202 1323 1379 157,73 100% 0,996 12,45 16,39 0,760 1,275 Gas A English

CONDITIONS AND DEFINITIONS Caterpillar Methane Number represents the knock resistance of a gaseous fuel. It should be used with the Caterpillar Fuel Usage Guide for the engine and rating to determine the rating for the fuel specified. A Fuel Usage Guide for each rating is included on page 2 of its standard technical data sheet. RPC always applies to naturally aspirated (NA) engines, and turbocharged (TA or LE) engines only when they are derated for altitude and ambient site conditions. Fuel properties for Btu/scf calculations are at 60F and 14,696 psia. Caterpillar shall have no liability in law or equity, for damages, consequently or otherwise, arising from use of program and related material or any part thereof. FUEL LIQUIDS Field gases, well head gases, and associated gases typically contain liquid water and heavy hydrocarbons entrained in the gas. To prevent detonation and severe damage to the engine, hydrocarbon liquids must not be allowed to enter the engine fuel system. To remove liquids, a liquid separator and coalescing filter are recommended, with an automatic drain and collection tank to prevent contamination of the ground in accordance with local codes and standards. To avoid water condensation in the engine or fuel lines, limit the relative humidity of water in the fuel to 80% at the minimum fuel operating temperature.

WARNING(S) 1. Lower heating value of the fuel is higher than typical natural gas fuel system capability. Application may require low energy configuration. Check fuel against specific product recommendations. RECOMMENDED ACTION For additional information please contact your Caterpillar engine dealer or the Application Support Center.

Data Generated by Caterpillar Methane Number 6.03.00

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