BIO-LDO
Bio Light Diesel Oil (BLDO) is a blend of conventional diesel fuel and biodiesel, derived from renewable biological sources.
Definition: BLDO is a fuel blend consisting of:
1. Light Diesel Oil (LDO): 70-90%
2. Biodiesel (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters – FAME): 10-30%
| Category | Property / Item | Value / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | Density | 0.85-0.90 g/cm³ |
| Viscosity | 2.5-5.5 mm²/s (at 40°C) | |
| Sulphur content | 0.05-0.5% (max) | |
| Flash point | 55-66°C | |
| Cetane number | 45-55 | |
| Biodiesel Sources | Vegetable oils | Soybean, canola, palm |
| Animal fats | Tallow, poultry | |
| Algal oils | Sourced from algae | |
| Waste cooking oils | Recycled culinary oils | |
| Benefits | Environmental | Reduced greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) |
| Emissions | Lower sulphur content | |
| Health | Improved air quality | |
| Sustainability | Renewable energy source | |
| Economic Independence | Domestic production reduces dependence on imported oil | |
| Uses | Industrial applications | Generators, boilers |
| Marine vessels | Bunker fuel | |
| Agriculture | Tractors, harvesters | |
| Specifications | ASTM D975 | USA Standard |
| EN 590 | European Standard | |
| IS 1460 | Indian Standard | |
| Types | B5 | 5% biodiesel, 95% LDO |
| B10 | 10% biodiesel, 90% LDO | |
| B20 | 20% biodiesel, 80% LDO | |
| Challenges | Economic | Higher production costs |
| Infrastructure | Compatibility issues with existing infrastructure | |
| Supply | Limited availability | |
| Consistency | Quality variability | |
| Industry Trends | Market Demand | Increasing demand for renewable fuels |
| Technology | Advancements in biodiesel production technologies | |
| Policy | Government incentives for biofuel adoption |