Environmental Method of Distilling Gasoline Based on ASTM D86: A Comparative Study

Abstract

According to ASTM D86, the traditional device used for distilling petroleum products under atmospheric pressure has significant adverse environmental consequences and affects workers in different petroleum companies. The process of distillation measurement commences upon the initial application of heat to the lower region of the distillation flask. The fuel vapor ascends from the distillation flask and traverses the condensation bath as the distillate undergoes heating and initiates the boiling process. The receiving cylinder collects condensate. Distillation properties are critical for both automobiles and aircraft, affecting ignition initiation, warm-up, and the tendency for steam to rise at high operating temperatures. The results of the study revealed a significant disparity in the acquired values, hence suggesting an absence of accuracy in the traditional apparatus employed for the analysis of gasoline samples. On another hand, using the automatic device, we can notice that all the results were close. Due to the utilization of a precise and eco-friendly apparatus, together with the presence of all necessary safety measures, this approach is deemed secure and devoid of any detrimental effects on the well-being of personnel. Furthermore, the automatic device is considered environmentally friendly and free of harm to the health of laboratory workers.