Table 1 Properties of biodiesel and diesel
Properties | Biodiesel | Diesel |
|---|---|---|
Density (kg L− 1) | 0.880 | 0.832 |
Kinematic viscosity at 50 °C mm−2 s− 1 | 5.5 | 1.3 to 6.2 (As per grade) |
Flash point (°C) | 54 | 62 |
Fire point (°C) | 68 | 64 |
Calorific value (MJ kg−1) | 41.5 | 45.5 |
pH value | 7.5 | 7 |