Pri STX
Pri STX
Pri STX
PRI-27 is the fuel solution for the new VLSFO/2020 fuels. Poor fuel stability and compatibility are the
top issues affecting vessels worldwide with this fuel. Blended fuels, as most refineries will not be
producing this fuel, will be the number one choice for most owners and PRI-27 is the solution.
Only PRI chemicals (PRI-27, PRI-STX, PRI-RS & PRI-D) contain specific chemicals to improve fuel
stability. This in turn also improves compatibility.
PRI-27 is a verified technology for optimizing combustion of all VLSFO heavy fuel oil
grades in all marine diesel engine types – safely elevating peak combustion pressure
(PMAX) while reducing post combustion deposits.
Marpol Annex VI emissions testing and long-term shipboard application verifies that PRI-
27 significantly reduces post combustion deposits, maintaining engine component
cleanliness, especially at reduced operating loads. Overhaul intervals are extended, and
lube oil life is improved, resulting in enhanced propulsion system efficiency and reliability.
PM (visible smoke emissions) are also reduced approximately 30-40 percent.
At the standard dosage rate of one liter per 12 mt, PRI-27 recovers lost fuel value by
reducing sludge precipitation as much as 50 percent – protecting fuel delivery systems from
excessive wear while permitting more efficient purifier operation.
Specifications
Color & Appearance Dark Amber Liquid
Odor Hydrocarbon
Boiling Point 213 C.
Flash Point 68 C.
Specific Gravity 0.78 – 0.81
Water Solubility Insoluble
USA DOT ID Number UN 1268
Class/Division Combustible Liquid
IMDG Not classified as dangerous
under IMDG regulation
IATA Not classified as dangerous
under IATA regulations
Dosage Rate:
PRI-27 is dosed at the rate of 1:12,000 regardless of fuel specifications under ISO 8217. The fixed
dosage rate was developed in consideration of the fact that heavy fuel oil characteristics can be
widely variable, and that quality standards as proscribed under ISO 8217 do not completely
account for all deficiencies associated with fuel performance. Optimal protection is ensured at the
1 liter per 12 mt dose rate.
Dosage Method:
Power Research Inc. suggests that PRI-27 can be dosed at the main bunker manifold by means
of a safe and easily operated air driven gear pump assembly. However, PRI-27 is highly miscible
with heavy fuel oil and may be added directly to fuel tanks 15-30 minutes prior to bunkering.
Agitation from fuel flow into the fuel tank typically provides a sufficient mixture.
Quality Control:
PRI-27 is manufactured in accordance with strict, chemical manufacturing standards. Each blend is
numbered, and a retain sample is FTIR tested against a laboratory standard to ensure optimal
conformance.
Miscibility:
PRI-27 is a highly complex blend of organic chemistries that mix compatibly with heavy fuel and
will not stratify or separate during fuel purification. Purification systems remain cleaner and more
efficient when processing PRI-27 treated fuels.