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LPG
LPG
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
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
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.
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
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
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