Compatibility test kit CompaTest™

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CompaTest™ Kit Kit for testing Marine Fuels Compatibility Simplified ASTM D4740 Method The GESERCO CompaTest™ kit is intended for testing the ability of two fuels to mix and for the mixture to remain stable. Monitoring the ability of fuels to blend together will help eliminating risks of sludge deposits, injection system failure, combustion problems and costly engine breakdowns. The test is simple and rapid, and the kit includes a detailed testing and interpretation guide so that the engineer can take immediate decisions. Test Principle: Test Principle: The test consists in mixing in equal proportions the new fuel with the fuel under use and then place a drop of the mixture on a special test paper heated to 100°C. Comparing the spot formed by the fuel on the paper with a reference chart allows for evaluating the compatibility of both fuels one with the other. Specifications: Test time : 20 minutes typical The kit includes all accessories and consumables to perform 50 tests.