PLASTIC PYROLYSIS OIL (PPO)
PPO (Plastic Pyrolysis Oil) is a type of fuel oil derived from the pyrolysis process of waste plastics. Here’s a detailed description:
| Category | Property / Item | Value / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Production Process | Pyrolysis | Waste plastics are heated in the absence of oxygen to break down polymers into oil, gas, and carbon black. |
| Properties | Density | 0.8-0.95 g/cm³ |
| Viscosity | 2-5 cSt (centistokes) | |
| Flash Point | 60-80°C | |
| Sulfur Content | 0.5-1.5% | |
| Ash Content | 0.1-0.5% | |
| Calorific Value | 40-45 MJ/kg | |
| Color | Dark brown to black | |
| Composition | Aromatic Hydrocarbons | 40-60% |
| Aliphatic Hydrocarbons | 20-40% | |
| Naphthenic Hydrocarbons | 10-20% | |
| Asphaltene | 5-10% | |
| Uses | Industrial Fuel | Power generation, cement production, and industrial boilers |
| Marine Fuel | Bunker fuel for ships | |
| Diesel Fuel | Blended with diesel to improve performance | |
| Lubricant | Base oil for lubricant production | |
| Refinery Feedstock | Further processed to produce petroleum products | |
| Benefits | Waste Management | Reduces waste plastic disposal issues |
| Renewable Energy | Serves as an alternative fuel source | |
| Economic Benefits | Creates jobs and stimulates local economies | |
| Environmental Benefits | Decreases greenhouse gas emissions and mitigates pollution | |
| Challenges | Quality Variability | Depends highly on feedstock and production process |
| Contamination | Presence of impurities and pollutants | |
| Regulatory Framework | Lack of standardized regulations | |
| Market Acceptance | Limited awareness and acceptance | |
| Specifications | ASTM D975 | Diesel Fuel Standard |
| ISO 8217 | Marine Fuel Standard | |
| EN 590 | Diesel Fuel Standard | |
| Safety and Handling | Storage | Store in well-ventilated areas |
| Fire Safety | Keep away from heat sources and open flames | |
| Precautions | Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling | |
| Types of PPO | PPO-L (Light) | Low viscosity, used as diesel fuel |
| PPO-H (Heavy) | High viscosity, used as industrial fuel | |
| PPO-M (Medium) | Medium viscosity, used as marine fuel | |
| Certifications | ISO 9001 | Quality Management |
| ISO 14001 | Environmental Management | |
| OHSAS 18001 | Occupational Health and Safety |