Light Cycle Oil (LCO) is a middle distillate fuel with a density range of 0.82–0.88 kg/L and a high aromatic content. Commonly used as a blending stock in diesel fuel, LCO boosts cetane index and performance, especially in heavy-duty engines and power generation systems.
| PROPERTY & COMPOSITION | SPECIFICATION |
|---|---|
| Mass Portion of the total moisture | 2% Max. |
| Ash Content | 0.6% Max. |
| Mass Portion of Sulphur | 2.5 – 3.5% Max. |
| Nitrogen | < 1.89 |
| Fix Carbon | 86 – 89% |
| Hydrogen | 4.5 |
| Vanadium | < 500PPM |
| Sodium | < 1000PPM |
| Iron (Fe) | < 100PPM |
| Nickel | < 200PPM |
| Volatile Matter | 9.0% – 14.0% |
| Hard Grove Index | 40 – 80 |
| GCV (Cal/Kg.) | > 8400 |
| Net Calorific Value (Cal/Kg.) | > 7500 |
| Size | 00mm to 50mm Max. |
It has a low pour point (as low as -25°C) and a flash point up to 63°C, offering both fluidity and safety. With up to 0.15% sulfur and moderate viscosity, LCO also finds applications in marine fuels and industrial boilers for its energy density and combustion reliability.
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