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Forum: Alternative Fuels

04-19-2007, 03:44 PM

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methanol for biodiesel

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Posted By C Sean Watts

If this is what you mean???

Yes, click the "quote" box.

As for washing: You describe a good process as long as it produces clear and clean fuel. It is better in the long run. NOT doing so leaves some methoxide (alcohol and...

Forum: Alternative Fuels

04-18-2007, 09:06 PM

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methanol for biodiesel

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Posted By C Sean Watts

The question remains... Can you use 95% MeOH...

The question remains...
Can you use 95% MeOH BEFORE you make fuel...the answer is NO.
Your friend, I'm sure, knows IPs well and your wash procedure is good for a one step process. However, NO wash...

Forum: Alternative Fuels

04-18-2007, 05:33 PM

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methanol for biodiesel

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Posted By C Sean Watts

Good point BUT...

The question is "What is the lowest percent MeOH acceptable?"
Washing (properly, then drying) can produce ASTM standard fuel but it does not uncontaminate bad MeOH or reverse saponification.

Forum: Alternative Fuels

04-16-2007, 04:44 PM

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methanol for biodiesel

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Posted By C Sean Watts

If you want fuel...

my info (Organic and P-Chem texts) suggest 98% or greater. Below that the reaction goes from esterification to saponification. In other words, you'll make some nice lye soap (or potash fertilizer...

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