Fast and accurate analysis of FAME content according to EN 14078 using the Pearl™.
The use of biomaterial as fuel is one method to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. Conversion of biomaterial into biodiesel produces fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) which can be blended with diesel.
However, at high concentrations FAME can damage engines, particularly older models. As a result, biofuels are highly regulated with limits set to prevent damage. In the UK FAME content is limited to 7%, with similar limits in other territories.
Accurate methods for the determination of FAME content of fuels are essential. This note shows how the Pearl and Oyster system is ideally suited to the determination of FAME content using EN 14078, an internationally recognised standard.
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