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Fuel Oils - #1, #2, #3, and #4
Viscosity: 8 to 88 cPs., depending on number and temperature
Sp. Gr.: 0.90
Remarks: Fuel oil is defined as any liquid petroleum product used for generation of heat or power, exclusive of liquids such as kerosene and lighter. #1 fuel oil is normally used in vaporizing type burners; #2 is used for domestic heating; #'s 3 and 4 are used in industrial furnaces.
Pump Notes: Cast iron construction is satisfactory. Buna n elastomers are normally satisfactory but Viton® may also be required. Mechanical shaft seals are recommended.
See also: Fuels, #5 & #6 Fuel Oil
Viton® is a registered trademark of DuPont Dow Elastomers®, L.L.C.