PETRODIESEL vs BIODIESEL (BIOSOLAR)
Calories FROM BIOSOLAR are 10%-15% smaller
Fuel consumption will be more wasteful because of the energy produced
less.
BIOSOLAR More water contamination
It will be easier to cause rust, and reduce efficiency.
burning.
BIOSOLAR is susceptible to algae growth
Algae/seaweed that continues to grow in diesel fuel will continue to grow
reduce the quality of diesel fuel so that efficiency and performance
decreased combustion.
Biodiesel quality is not good
Dirty fuel can clog the filter, resulting in short filter life.
The combustion residue deposits become more so that
contaminate the combustion parts including the injector.
PROBLEMS OF BIODIESEL USE IN INDONESIA
Power loss
Fewer calories mean lower power and the quality of the biodiesel circulating is quite low, causing further decline in performance.
Damage to the injector
Dirt deposits, sulfur and water contamination significantly shorten injector life.
Damaged fuel pump
Bacteria and other dirt will become mud in the diesel and will clog and damage the fuel pump filter and the clogged one.
Dirt and algae that grow in the fuel will form sludge that clogs the filter, so it will have to be replaced frequently.
Lots of smoke
Dirt, algae and water will make it more difficult for diesel to burn properly, leading to a lot of exhaust fumes.
Accumulated dirt deposits
The large amount of dirt contamination and high sulfur content in Indonesian biodiesel will cause the accumulation of dirt deposits in the combustion chamber.