“We are witnessing a growing interest from customers for use of synthetic fuel (HVO) and other renewable fuels. eFuels are especially interesting, not only for their positive environmental impact but also because they reach performance levels comparable to diesel fuels,” stated Luigi Arnone, Director of Diesel Engine Engineering at Kohler, adding that "HVO is a stable fuel that doesn’t require any engine modifications or additional maintenance.” The main differences between European diesel fuel (standard EN590) and HVO are listed in the table below.
EN590 |
HVO |
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Unit |
Min |
Max |
Min |
Max |
|
Density @ 15°C |
kg/m3 |
820 |
845 |
770 |
790 |
Viscosity @ 40°C |
mm2/s |
2.0 |
4.5 |
2.0 |
4.0 |
Cetane Number |
- |
51 |
- |
75 |
- |
Net Heating Value |
MJ/kg |
~43 |
~44 |
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Flash Point |
°C |
55 |
- |
55 |
- |
Sulfur Content |
mg/kg |
- |
10 |
- |
5 |
Aromatics |
% (m/m) |
- |
8 |
- |
1 |
Table - EN590 Diesel and HVO fuel compared
HVO fuel has a lower density, meaning that the mass of fuel injected per cycle is lower than that of EN590 diesel, reducing power and torque performance by 1 and 5%. This effect is partly compensated by a higher cetane number (75 for HVO vs. 51 for EN590 Diesel), which translates into positive effects on combustion. Use of renewable fuels is one of the essential requirements to reach global decarbonization targets. With approval of HVO fuels for all its diesel models, Kohler is making its contribution to a more sustainable future.
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Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin, Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies comprised of more than 40,000 associates.
With more than 50 manufacturing locations worldwide, Kohler is a global leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of kitchen and bath products; luxury cabinetry, tile and lighting; engines, generators, and clean energy solutions; and owner/operator of two, fivestar hospitality and golf resort destinations in Kohler, Wisconsin, and St. Andrews, Scotland. Kohler’s Whistling Straits golf course recently hosted the 43rd Ryder Cup. The company also develops solutions to address pressing issues, such as clean water and sanitation, for underserved communities around the world to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. For more details, please visit kohlercompany.com. READ MORE
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