At what temperature does Petroleum burn?

[CognitiveNet]

At what temperature does Petroleum burn? Can you name any other common house hold oils which burn, and at what temperature? I'm also interested in the fuel you use to start a campfire with coal.

 

[0xDEADBEEF]

Here you go: flashpoints and autoignition temperatures http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_point as well as flame temperatures http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adiabatic_flame_temperature All oils burn, as the second link shows most will burn around 1950°C hot.

 

[CognitiveNet]

Here you go: flashpoints and autoignition temperatures http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_point as well as flame temperatures http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adiabatic_flame_temperature All oils burn, as the second link shows most will burn around 1950°C hot.

Wow... your mancard has just been upgraded.

 

[K^2]

Keep in mind that almost any temperature, within material limits, can be reached with a furnace-type setup, so in a big enough fire, temperatures can be significantly higher.

 

[sardar]

Petroleum, also known as crude oil, is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons that can vary in composition and therefore have different burning temperatures. Generally, the combustion temperature of petroleum can range from 300 to 600 degrees Celsius (572 to 1112 degrees Fahrenheit) depending on its specific composition.

Some other common household oils that can burn include vegetable oils such as canola oil, olive oil, and coconut oil. These oils have a lower combustion temperature compared to petroleum, ranging from 200 to 300 degrees Celsius (392 to 572 degrees Fahrenheit).

As for starting a campfire with coal, the most commonly used fuel is charcoal. Charcoal is made from wood that has been heated in the absence of oxygen, resulting in a highly carbonized material that can ignite at temperatures around 350 degrees Celsius (662 degrees Fahrenheit). However, the exact temperature can vary depending on the type and quality of the charcoal.

It's important to note that the temperature at which these oils and fuels ignite can also be affected by external factors such as air flow and the presence of other combustible materials. It's always important to handle and use these substances with caution to prevent accidents and injuries.