LPG

LPG

THE FUEL OF THE FUTURE

LPG

THE FUEL OF THE FUTURE

LPG

WHAT IS LPG?
LPG is Liquefied Petroleum Gas Mixture of Propane C3H8 and Butane C4H10 Butane and Propane are products of petrol Liquefies easily. Good for fuel

LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas

WHERE DOES IT COME FROM?

LPG is from two different sources It occurs naturally in oil and gas fields

Also a by-product of oil refining

LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas

SUITABILITY AND PERFORMANCE

Performance of LPG vehicles better than other alternate fuels Has a higher octane rating than gasoline Runs smoother, less maintenance needed Releases less soot than gasoline and diesel Better thermal efficiency

LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas

AVAILABILITY AND SUPPLY

LPG gas liquefies under a pressure of only 7 bars, therefore can fit a lot of energy in a small space. Tanks can be smaller and cheaper.

Around 60% of the world supply of LPG comes from separation of natural gas, 40% is from refinery. Its supply is at least as secure as petrol and diesel. Certainly not less than 50 years

LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas

ENERGY DENSITY
LPG has a lower energy density than gasoline and diesel. Although this has no effect on engine performance, it does mean that a larger volume of fuel and a bigger tank are required to achieve the overall driving range.

LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas

ENGINE CONVERSION
Although vehicles can now be purchased already running of LPG, major vehicle manufacturers including FORD Many vehicles are converted VAUXHALL after being sold Conversion can be relatively straight forward although with modern management systems and liquid injection the cost is around 1600 for a car or light van.
VOLVO ROVER

Diesel engines are more complex to convert, as the compression ratio has to be altered.
LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas

STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION

LPG vehicle tanks are constructed from carbon steel and 20 times more puncture resistant than a typical gasoline, methanol or ethanol tank. New LPG cylinders are manufactured with a device that shuts off the filling process when the tank reaches 80% of its liquid capacity, allowing for temperature changes in fuel volume without any release of gas

LPG Liquefied Petroleum Gas

SAFETY
LPG in this form is an especially safe for vehicle applications LPG engine fuel systems are fitted with safety valves which are automatic if fuel line ruptures. LPG is non-toxic, non poisonous and doesnt contaminate soil

LPG has lowest flammability of any alternative fuel.

LPG wont ignite with air unless ignition is at 940F. Gasoline needs only an ignition of 430F. If LPG leaks it doesnt puddle but evaporates

ENVIRONMENT
LPG is an outstanding fuel for vehicles that must comply with increasing emission requirements. This has enabled LPG to outscore conventional fuels and alternatives. Among the lowest life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions of all commercially available fuels. COMPARED TO GASOLINE, LPG YIELDS: 50% less CO 40% less CxHx 12% less CO2 35% less NOx 50% less ozone forming potential