HSFO 280 (High Sulfur Fuel Oil 280 cSt) is a residual heavy fuel oil widely used in the marine, industrial, and power generation sectors. It is produced from the vacuum distillation of crude oil and blending of heavy fractions, resulting in a high-viscosity fuel with significant sulfur content. With a viscosity of 280 centistokes at 50°C, HSFO 280 provides an efficient and cost-effective energy source for large-scale operations where IMO-compliant scrubber systems or specific emission allowances are available.
Typical properties include:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Kinematic Viscosity at 50°C | ~280 cSt |
| Density at 15°C | 0.96 – 1.02 kg/L |
| Sulfur Content | 2.5 – 4.5 wt.% (high sulfur grade) |
| Flash Point (COC) | ≥ 60 °C |
| Pour Point | up to 30 °C (depending on crude source) |
| Water Content | ≤ 1.0 wt.% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 0.1 wt.% |
| Vanadium and Nickel Content | Higher than distillate fuels, requires treatment in some combustion systems |
| Calorific Value | ~40 MJ/kg |
Values may differ depending on refinery and blending processes.
• High calorific value, ensuring stable and efficient combustion.
• Economical alternative to distillate fuels like diesel and MGO.
• Widely available in global bunker fuel markets.
• High sulfur content, requiring compliance with IMO 2020 MARPOL Annex VI regulations (use of scrubbers or blending with LSFO).
• Viscosity balance between HSFO 180 and HSFO 380, making it versatile in certain marine and industrial systems.
• Marine fuel: Bunker fuel for ships equipped with scrubber systems.
• Power generation: Thermal power plants in regulated regions.
• Industrial applications: Boilers, furnaces, and kilns needing high-energy fuels.
• Blending stock: Used to prepare IFO grades or blended to meet LSFO specifications.
HSFO 280 is typically supplied in:
• Bulk via marine tankers
• Pipeline deliveries to ports and refineries
• Onshore storage facilities
• Bunker barges and supply vessels for ship fueling
• Store in heated storage tanks to maintain flow characteristics.
• Preheat before pumping or combustion (40–70°C depending on system requirements).
• Keep away from ignition sources and open flames.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling.
• Follow international standards (ISO 8217, MARPOL, IMO regulations) for safe use and transport
HSFO 280 (High Sulfur Fuel Oil 280 cSt) is a residual heavy fuel oil widely used in the marine, industrial, and power generation sectors. It is produced from the vacuum distillation of crude oil and blending of heavy fractions, resulting in a high-viscosity fuel with significant sulfur content. With a viscosity of 280 centistokes at 50°C, HSFO 280 provides an efficient and cost-effective energy source for large-scale operations where IMO-compliant scrubber systems or specific emission allowances are available.
Typical properties include:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Kinematic Viscosity at 50°C | ~280 cSt |
| Density at 15°C | 0.96 – 1.02 kg/L |
| Sulfur Content | 2.5 – 4.5 wt.% (high sulfur grade) |
| Flash Point (COC) | ≥ 60 °C |
| Pour Point | up to 30 °C (depending on crude source) |
| Water Content | ≤ 1.0 wt.% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 0.1 wt.% |
| Vanadium and Nickel Content | Higher than distillate fuels, requires treatment in some combustion systems |
| Calorific Value | ~40 MJ/kg |
Values may differ depending on refinery and blending processes.
• High calorific value, ensuring stable and efficient combustion.
• Economical alternative to distillate fuels like diesel and MGO.
• Widely available in global bunker fuel markets.
• High sulfur content, requiring compliance with IMO 2020 MARPOL Annex VI regulations (use of scrubbers or blending with LSFO).
• Viscosity balance between HSFO 180 and HSFO 380, making it versatile in certain marine and industrial systems.
• Marine fuel: Bunker fuel for ships equipped with scrubber systems.
• Power generation: Thermal power plants in regulated regions.
• Industrial applications: Boilers, furnaces, and kilns needing high-energy fuels.
• Blending stock: Used to prepare IFO grades or blended to meet LSFO specifications.
HSFO 280 is typically supplied in:
• Bulk via marine tankers
• Pipeline deliveries to ports and refineries
• Onshore storage facilities
• Bunker barges and supply vessels for ship fueling
• Store in heated storage tanks to maintain flow characteristics.
• Preheat before pumping or combustion (40–70°C depending on system requirements).
• Keep away from ignition sources and open flames.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling.
• Follow international standards (ISO 8217, MARPOL, IMO regulations) for safe use and transport
