Vacuum Gas Oil (VGO) is a heavy petroleum fraction obtained from the vacuum distillation of crude oil. It serves as a crucial feedstock in the refining industry, primarily for catalytic cracking and hydrocracking units, where it is converted into valuable lighter products such as diesel, jet fuel, and gasoline.
With its optimal balance of density, viscosity, and low impurities, VGO is a preferred intermediate feed for producing high-quality refined fuels and petrochemical products. Its versatility and yield efficiency make it an essential component in the global energy and refining value chain.
Typical Specifications – Tank 3005
| Property | Method | Result | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density @15°C | IP 365 | 0.9167 | kg/l |
| Kinematic Viscosity @122°F / 50°C | ASTM D445 | 19.03 | cSt |
| Total Sulfur Content | ASTM D4294 | 2.966 | %wt |
| Flash Point | ASTM D93 | >110 | °C |
| Micro Carbon Residue | ASTM D4530 | 1.49 | %wt |
| Pour Point | ASTM D97 | 21 | °C |
| Hydrogen Sulfide | IP 570 | <0.60 | mg/kg |
| CCAI | ISO 8217 | 824 | - |
| P-Value | SMS 1600-01 | >5.0 | - |
| Distillation (Vacuum) 50% | ASTM D1160 | 396 | °C |
| Recovery @ Liquid 400°C | ASTM D1160 | 98 | % |
| Asphaltene Content | ASTM D6560 | <0.50 | %wt |
| Heptane Insolubles | ASTM D3279 | 0.13 | %wt |
| Cleanliness Rating | ASTM D4740 | 1 | - |