Expediting the analysis of refined fuel attributes allows refinery laboratories to process hundreds of samples daily. A medium-sized refinery can process 250 samples per day, while a larger refinery can handle up to 500 or more.
The analytical tools that are currently used to analyze fuels include gas chromatographs, flash & freeze point apparatus, densitometers, vapor pressure testers, and test engines for RON & MON, among many others.
However, utilizing such a high number of techniques can unnecessarily extend analysis time and ultimately delay results. In contrast, solid-state process Raman spectroscopy can measure multiple properties of gasoline, jet fuel, and diesel accurately and precisely in just a matter of seconds.
This article will detail the methods used to obtain high-quality Raman spectra and describe how this spectral data can be effectively used to inform decision-making processes.
Key Topics Covered
- Why process Raman spectroscopy, with the key properties of sensitivity, specificity, and stability, is the best choice for refined fuel analyses.
- Why process Raman spectroscopy is an excellent choice for refineries wanting to increase throughput, reduce overhead, and improve the safety environment of the lab.
- How process Raman spectroscopy can rapidly and precisely analyze a number of different fuels, including gasoline, jet fuel, diesel, and component streams.
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This information has been sourced, reviewed and adapted from materials provided by Thermo Fisher Scientific – Materials & Structural Analysis.
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