We perform fuel quality testing by EN 14538 to measure the potassium and sodium present in biodiesel. Sodium and potassium may be present in biodiesel as abrasive solids or soluble metallic soaps. Abrasive solids can contribute to injector, fuel pump, piston and ring wear, and also to engine deposits. Soluble metallic soaps have little effect on wear, but they may contribute to filter plugging and engine deposits. High levels of sodium or potassium compounds may also be collected in exhaust particulate removal devices, are not typically removed during passive or active regeneration, and they can create increased back pressure and reduced period to service maintenance.
Sample quantity required: 10 ml
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