Diesel fuel
Diesel is a type of hydrocarbon fuel used in internal combustion diesel engines. It is produced from oil and has several key characteristics
Composition
Includes hydrocarbons obtained by refining oil, and may contain additives to improve performance and reduce emissions.
Cetane number
Diesel fuel quality indicator of its self-ignition potential. The higher the cetane, the better the engine fuel.
Density
Usually higher than gasoline, allowing more energy per unit volume.
Application
Used in vehicles (trucks, cars, buses), agricultural machinery, construction machinery and some power generators.
Sustainability
Modern standards require the reduction of sulphur and other harmful impurities in order to reduce the negative impact on the environment.
The main advantage of diesel fuel is its high energy efficiency, which provides more economic efficiency and long service life of engines.