Octane | Metro Welding Supply Corp.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCT

Pressurized Octane Gas, a specialized variant of gasoline, is engineered to provide unparalleled performance in high-compression engines. This premium fuel, available in cylinder form, offers a superior octane rating, ensuring optimal combustion and power output. Precision equipment and machinery, such as generators and industrial engines, benefit from Pressurized Octane Gas's consistent combustion properties. It's also the fuel of choice for motorsports, including drag racing, NASCAR, and Formula 1.

10 KEY CHARACTERISTICS

1. Chemical Composition: Octane gas is primarily composed of hydrocarbon compounds, derived from crude oil through refining processes. These compounds include alkanes, cycloalkanes, and aromatics.
2. Octane Rating: This is a measure of the fuel's resistance to engine knocking or pinging during combustion. Higher octane ratings indicate a greater resistance to knocking.
3. Volatility: Octane gas exhibits a certain level of volatility, which refers to its ability to vaporize and form an ignitable mixture with air. This property is crucial for engine start-up and operation.
4. Flammability: Octane gas is highly flammable. It has a low flash point, meaning it can ignite at relatively low temperatures. It is classified as a Class 3 flammable liquid.
5. Density: Octane gas has a relatively low density, which means it is lighter than water. This characteristic affects its storage and transportation.
6. Color and Appearance: It is typically a colorless or light yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. The odor is added for safety reasons, to alert individuals to the presence of the gas.
7. Reactivity: Octane gas is stable under normal conditions, but it can react with other chemicals or substances under certain conditions, leading to potential hazards.
8. Boiling Point: The boiling point of octane gas is relatively low, which allows it to vaporize and mix with air in the engine's intake manifold.
9. Combustion Characteristics: Octane gas burns in the presence of oxygen, producing heat, carbon dioxide, water vapor, and various combustion byproducts. It is a critical component for internal combustion engines.
10. Octane Number and Performance: The octane number of a fuel directly impacts the performance of an engine. Higher octane fuels are often used in high-performance engines to prevent knocking and optimize combustion.

10 COMMON USES

1. Racing Cars: Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas is the go-to fuel for high-performance racing cars, including those in Formula 1, NASCAR, drag racing, and other motorsport competitions.
2. Motorcycles: High-performance motorcycles, especially those used in competitive racing events, benefit from the optimized combustion properties of Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas.
3. Aircraft: Aviation gasoline (avgas) formulations of Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas are used in piston-engine aircraft, providing the power necessary for takeoff, flight, and landing.
4. Marine Racing: In high-speed boat racing events, such as hydroplane racing, Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas is the preferred fuel for engines demanding maximum power and performance.
5. Go-Karts: Competitive go-kart racing often relies on specialized high-octane fuels, including Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas, to achieve top speeds and optimum engine performance.
6. High-Performance Engines: Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas is used in a range of high-performance engines, including those in custom-built and modified cars, where precision combustion is critical.
7. Agricultural Racing Events: Some agricultural events, like tractor pulling competitions, utilize high-octane fuels like Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas to maximize the power output of the engines.
8. Performance Tuning Workshops: Automotive enthusiasts and mechanics in performance tuning workshops use Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas for fine-tuning and testing high-performance engines.
9. Experimental and Prototype Engines: Engineers and researchers working on experimental or prototype engines often use Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas to evaluate and optimize their designs.
10. Specialized Machinery: Certain precision machinery and equipment used in industries like manufacturing, aerospace, and research may be designed to run on high-octane fuels, including Pressurized Cylinder Octane gas.