Our vacuum residue is a valuable byproduct obtained through the refining process. It finds application as a feedstock in other industries, such as petrochemicals and power generation.
This table shows the Vacuumed Residue specifications with the associated test methods, results, and reference standards:
Specification | Method | Result | Reference |
Penetration @25C, 100g, 5s | BS EN 1426 | 290 | > 200 mm/10 |
Ductility @25C, 50mm/min | EN 13589 | 150 | > 100 Cm |
Viscosity @135C, Rotational | EN ISO 3219 | 130 | > 100 Cp |
Flash Point, Cleveland, open Cup | EN ISO 2592 | 306 | > 250 °C |
Solubility in Toluene | EN 12592 | 99.8 | > 99 % |
Softening Point, Ring and Ball | EN 11427 | 33 | 30 – 40 °C |
Water Content, Distillation | ISO 9029 | Nil | < 0.5 % |