Study of the thermal stability of a poremit emulsion

Results are presented from a study of the thermal stability of a poremit emulsion. Safe storage and processing times and temperatures are indicated along with the effect of the emulsion on the thermal stability of other materials. Satisfactory thermal stability is attained with an emulsion of poremit in lubricating oils and fuel oils containing up to 3.5% sulfur and from 10 to 17% water. No heat is released for several days at temperatures of 90–110°C. The emulsion begins to break down at 205–210°C, this process intensifying at 240–250°C. The self-ignition temperature of the emulsion is within the range 310–370°C.