Diesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point - Stepwise cooling bath method

This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the cold filter plugging point (CFPP) of diesel and domestic heating fuels (see 3.1) using automated test equipment. Manual test equipment may be used, but for referee purposes only automated test equipment is allowed.
This European Standard is applicable to fatty-acid methyl esters (FAME) and to distillate fuels as well as paraffinic diesel fuels, including those containing FAME, flow-improvers or other additives, intended for use in diesel engines and domestic heating installations.
The results obtained from the method specified in this European Standard are suitable for estimating the lowest temperature at which a fuel will give trouble-free flow in the fuel system.
NOTE   In the case of diesel fuels the results are usually close to the temperature of failure in service except when the fuel system contains, for example, a paper filter installed in a location exposed to the weather or if the filter plugging temperature is more than 12 °C below the cloud point of the fuel. Domestic heating installations are usually less critical and often operate satisfactorily at temperatures somewhat lower than those indicated by the test results.
The difference in results obtained from the sample "as received" and after heat treatment at 45°C for 30 min may be used to investigate complaints of unsatisfactory performance under low temperature conditions.
WARNING - The use of this standard may involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Dieselkraftstoffe und Haushaltsheizöle - Bestimmung des Temperaturgrenzwertes der Filtrierbarkeit - Verfahren mit einem stufenweise arbeitenden Kühlbad

Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Temperaturgrenzwertes der Filtrier-barkeit (CFPP) von Dieselkraftstoffen und Haushaltsheizölen (siehe 3.1) unter Verwendung von automati-siertem Prüfgerät fest. Manuell zu betreibende Prüfgeräte dürfen eingesetzt werden, für den Streitfall ist jedoch nur die Prüfung mit automatisiertem Prüfgerät zulässig.
Diese Europäische Norm ist anwendbar auf Fettsäuremethylester (FAME) und Destillat-Brennstoffe sowie auf paraffinische Dieselkraftstoffe, die für den Gebrauch in Dieselmotoren und Haushalt-Heizungsanlagen bestimmt sind, einschließlich auf solche, die FAME, Fließverbesserer oder andere Zusätze enthalten.
Die durch das in dieser Europäischen Norm festgelegte Verfahren erzielten Ergebnisse eignen sich zur Schätzung der niedrigsten Temperatur, bei der ein Brennstoff störungsfrei im Brennstoffsystem fließen kann.
ANMERKUNG   Bei Dieselkraftstoffen liegen die Ergebnisse für gewöhnlich nahe bei der Betriebsstörungstemperatur, außer wenn sich im Kraftstoffsystem zum Beispiel ein Papierfilter an einer Stelle befindet, die dem Wetter ausgesetzt ist oder wenn der CFPP mehr als 12 °C unterhalb des Cloudpoints des Kraftstoffes liegt. Haushalt-Heizungsanlagen sind für gewöhnlich weniger kritisch und arbeiten oft zufriedenstellend bei Temperaturen, die etwas niedriger sind als durch die Prüfung ausgewiesen.
Die unterschiedlichen Ergebnisse, die sich an einer Probe im Lieferzustand und nach einer Wärmebehandlung von 30 min bei 45 °C ergeben, können verwendet werden, um Beanstandungen in Bezug auf ungenügendes Kälteverhalten zu untersuchen.
WARNUNG — Die Anwendung dieser Norm kann den Umgang mit Gefahrstoffen, gefährlichen Tätigkeiten und Apparaturen einschließen. Diese Norm erhebt nicht den Anspruch, alle Sicherheitsrisiken, die mit ihrer Anwendung verbunden sind, explizit zu behandeln. Es liegt im Verantwortungsbereich des Anwenders dieser Norm, vor ihrer Anwendung geeignete Maßnahmen für Gesundheits- und Arbeitsschutz zu ergreifen, zu überprüfen, inwieweit gesetzliche Auflagen bestehen, und diese zu erfüllen.

Combustibles pour moteurs diesel et pour installations de chauffage domestique - Détermination de la température limite de filtrabilité - Méthode au bain refroidissant par pallier

Dizelsko gorivo in kurilno olje za gospodinjstvo - Določevanje točke filtrirnosti z ohlajanjem - Metoda postopnega hlajenja kopeli

Ta evropski standard določa metodo za določevanje točke filtrirnosti z ohlajanjem (CFPP) dizelskega goriva in kurilnega olja za gospodinjstvo (glej točko 3.1) z avtomatizirano preskusno opremo. Uporabi se lahko ročna preskusna oprema, vendar je za namene presojanja dovoljena le avtomatizirana preskusna oprema.
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za metilne estre maščobnih kislin (FAME) in destilatna goriva ter parafinska dizelska goriva, vključno s tistimi, ki vsebujejo metilne estre maščobnih kislin, izboljševalce pretočnosti in druge dodatke, namenjene za uporabo v dizelskih motorjih in kurilnih inštalacijah za gospodinjstvo.
Rezultati, pridobljeni z metodo iz tega evropskega standarda, so primerni za oceno najnižje temperature, pri kateri se bo gorivo brez težav pretakalo skozi sistem za gorivo.
OPOMBA: V primeru dizelskih goriv so rezultati običajno blizu temperature odpovedi delovanja, razen če sistem za gorivo vsebuje npr. papirnati filter, ki je nameščen na mestu, izpostavljenem vremenskim vplivom, ali če je temperatura filtrirnosti višja od 12 °C pod motniščem goriva. Kurilne inštalacije za gospodinjstvo so običajno manj kritične in pogosto zadovoljivo delujejo pri temperaturah, ki so nekoliko nižje od tistih v rezultatih preskušanja.
Razlika v rezultatih, pridobljenih na podlagi vzorca »kot je prejet« in po toplotni obdelavi pri 45 °C za 30 minut pred filtracijo, se lahko uporabi za raziskavo pritožb v zvezi z nezadovoljivim delovanjem pri nizkih temperaturah.
OPOZORILO: Pri uporabi tega standarda so lahko prisotni nevarni materiali, postopki in oprema. Ta standard ne obravnava vseh varnostnih težav, ki se nanašajo na njegovo uporabo. Za sprejetje ustreznih ukrepov za zagotavljanje varnosti in zdravja osebja pred uporabo standarda ter izpolnjevanje zakonskih in regulativnih zahtev za ta namen so odgovorni uporabniki tega standarda.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
11-Aug-2015
Withdrawal Date
28-Feb-2016
ICS
75.160.20 - Liquid fuels
Technical Committee
CEN/TC 19 - Petroleum products, lubricants and related products
Drafting Committee
CEN/TC 19/WG 14 - Cold flow properties
Current Stage
9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
Start Date
23-Apr-2021
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025
Ref Project
SIST EN 116:2015 - Diesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point - Stepwise cooling bath method

Relations

Replaces
EN 116:1997 - Diesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point
Effective Date
19-Aug-2015
Replaces
EN 116:1997/AC:1999 - Diesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point
Effective Date
19-Aug-2015

Overview

EN 116:2015 - "Diesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point (CFPP) - Stepwise cooling bath method" (CEN) specifies a laboratory method to determine the Cold Filter Plugging Point (CFPP) of diesel and domestic heating fuels. The method uses automated test equipment (manual apparatus allowed only for referee use) and is applicable to distillate fuels, paraffinic diesel fuels and fatty-acid methyl esters (FAME) including blends and fuels containing flow‑improvers or other additives. Results estimate the lowest temperature at which a fuel will give trouble‑free flow in fuel systems.

Key topics and technical requirements

  • Test principle: A fuel sample is cooled stepwise and, at 1 °C intervals, drawn through a standardized wire‑mesh filter under a controlled vacuum. The temperature at which filtration fails (e.g., time to fill the pipette > 60 s or the sample fails to return before a further 1 °C drop) is recorded as the CFPP.
  • Automation requirement: Automated detection and vacuum regulation are described in detail; automated equipment is required for referee testing.
  • Critical parameters and components:
    • Vacuum control at approximately 2 kPa during aspiration.
    • Standardized pipette and 20 ml aspiration volume; automated sensors for the 20 ml and bottom‑fill marks.
    • Filter mesh: stainless steel wire gauze with a nominal aperture (standard referenced from ISO 3310‑1).
    • Thermometry: platinum resistance thermometers (digital) for sample and bath temperature measurement.
    • Cooling performed in a stepwise cooling bath; bath temperature ranges are specified for different CFPP levels.
  • Sample treatment: Comparison of “as received” results with results after heat treatment at 45 °C for 30 min may help investigate low‑temperature performance complaints.
  • Safety warning: The standard notes potential hazards and requires users to implement appropriate safety and regulatory measures.

Applications and who uses EN 116:2015

  • Fuel testing laboratories performing regulatory, quality control and referee analyses.
  • Refineries and fuel blenders evaluating pour behavior and blend stability, especially when using FAME or cold‑flow additives.
  • Fuel distributors and heating fuel suppliers ensuring supplied fuels meet required low‑temperature performance for diesel engines and domestic heating systems.
  • Equipment manufacturers and fleet operators assessing the risk of filter plugging in cold climates.

Practical value

  • Provides a reproducible, comparative measure (CFPP) to predict potential filter plugging in service.
  • Useful for product specification, batch release testing, blend optimization and troubleshooting low‑temperature flow issues.

Related standards

  • EN 16329 (linear cooling method) - alternative CFPP technique
  • EN ISO 3170 / EN ISO 3171 - sampling of petroleum liquids
  • ISO 3310‑1 - wire gauze/testing methods

Keywords: EN 116:2015, CFPP, cold filter plugging point, diesel fuels, domestic heating fuels, FAME, stepwise cooling bath, automated test equipment, fuel testing.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 116:2015 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Diesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point - Stepwise cooling bath method". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the cold filter plugging point (CFPP) of diesel and domestic heating fuels (see 3.1) using automated test equipment. Manual test equipment may be used, but for referee purposes only automated test equipment is allowed. This European Standard is applicable to fatty-acid methyl esters (FAME) and to distillate fuels as well as paraffinic diesel fuels, including those containing FAME, flow-improvers or other additives, intended for use in diesel engines and domestic heating installations. The results obtained from the method specified in this European Standard are suitable for estimating the lowest temperature at which a fuel will give trouble-free flow in the fuel system. NOTE In the case of diesel fuels the results are usually close to the temperature of failure in service except when the fuel system contains, for example, a paper filter installed in a location exposed to the weather or if the filter plugging temperature is more than 12 °C below the cloud point of the fuel. Domestic heating installations are usually less critical and often operate satisfactorily at temperatures somewhat lower than those indicated by the test results. The difference in results obtained from the sample "as received" and after heat treatment at 45°C for 30 min may be used to investigate complaints of unsatisfactory performance under low temperature conditions. WARNING - The use of this standard may involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the cold filter plugging point (CFPP) of diesel and domestic heating fuels (see 3.1) using automated test equipment. Manual test equipment may be used, but for referee purposes only automated test equipment is allowed. This European Standard is applicable to fatty-acid methyl esters (FAME) and to distillate fuels as well as paraffinic diesel fuels, including those containing FAME, flow-improvers or other additives, intended for use in diesel engines and domestic heating installations. The results obtained from the method specified in this European Standard are suitable for estimating the lowest temperature at which a fuel will give trouble-free flow in the fuel system. NOTE In the case of diesel fuels the results are usually close to the temperature of failure in service except when the fuel system contains, for example, a paper filter installed in a location exposed to the weather or if the filter plugging temperature is more than 12 °C below the cloud point of the fuel. Domestic heating installations are usually less critical and often operate satisfactorily at temperatures somewhat lower than those indicated by the test results. The difference in results obtained from the sample "as received" and after heat treatment at 45°C for 30 min may be used to investigate complaints of unsatisfactory performance under low temperature conditions. WARNING - The use of this standard may involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

EN 116:2015 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 75.160.20 - Liquid fuels. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 116:2015 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 116:1997, EN 116:1997/AC:1999. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Dieselkraftstoffe und Haushaltsheizöle - Bestimmung des Temperaturgrenzwertes der Filtrierbarkeit - Verfahren mit einem stufenweise arbeitenden KühlbadCombustibles pour moteurs diesel et pour installations de chauffage domestique - Détermination de la température limite de filtrabilitéDiesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point - Stepwise cooling bath method75.160.20Liquid fuelsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 116:2015SIST EN 116:2015en,fr,de01-oktober-2015SIST EN 116:2015SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 116:1998/AC:1999SIST EN 116:19981DGRPHãþD

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EN 116
August 2015 ICS 75.160.20 Supersedes EN 116:1997English Version
Diesel and domestic heating fuels - Determination of cold filter plugging point - Stepwise cooling bath method
Combustibles pour moteurs diesel et pour installations de chauffage domestique - Détermination de la température limite de filtrabilité
Dieselkraftstoffe und Haushaltsheizöle - Bestimmung des Temperaturgrenzwertes der Filtrierbarkeit durch stufenweise Abkühlung This European Standard was approved by CEN on 15 February 2015.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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Thermometer requirements . 18 Bibliography . 19
Key 1 atmosphere (6.7) 6 jacket (6.2) 2 vacuum regulator (6.7) 7 filter unit (6.5.2) 3 valve unit (6.7) 8 cooling bath (6.9) 4 pipette (6.5.1) 9 test jar (6.1) 5 stopper (6.4) 10 thermometers (6.8) Figure 1 — General arrangement of apparatus 6.1 Test jar, cylindrical, of clear glass, flat bottomed, with an outside diameter of (34 ± 0,5) mm, a wall thickness of (1,25 ± 0,25) mm and a height of (120 ± 5) mm, having a permanent mark at the 45 ml level. SIST EN 116:2015

1) ISO 3016: Petroleum products – Determination of pour point 2) POM-C Polyoxymethylen Copolymer, Trade marks e.g. DELRIN. SIST EN 116:2015

Key a stainless steel wires ø 2 mm 1 spacer 2 insulating rings Figure 2 — Insulated ring (below) and spacer (above) SIST EN 116:2015

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この記事は、ヨーロッパ規格EN 116:2015について述べており、ディーゼル燃料や家庭用暖房燃料の冷間フィルター詰まり点（CFPP）を決定する方法を規定しています。CFPPは、燃料が問題なく燃料システム内で適切に流れる最低温度を示します。この規格では、自動テスト装置を使用してCFPPを決定する方法が記載されています。手動テスト装置は、判定目的でのみ使用できます。 このヨーロッパ規格は、FAME（脂肪酸メチルエステル）および蒸留燃料、パラフィン性ディーゼル燃料を含む、ディーゼルエンジンおよび家庭用暖房設備で使用するための各種燃料に適用されます。 このヨーロッパ規格で指定された方法で得られる結果は、燃料システム内でトラブルなく流れる最低温度を推定するのに適しています。ただし、ディーゼル燃料の場合、結果は通常、サービス中の障害温度に近いですが、例えば、天候にさらされた場所に設置された紙フィルターがある場合や、フィルター詰まり温度が燃料の濁点よりも12°C以上低い場合などは、結果に多少の差が生じる可能性があります。家庭用暖房設備は通常厳格ではなく、テスト結果で示される温度よりも低い温度でも適切に動作する場合が多いです。 受領状態のサンプルと、45°Cで30分間熱処理後の結果の差は、低温条件下での不満性能の調査に使用することができます。 警告 - この規格の使用には、危険物、作業および装置が関与する場合があります。この規格は、使用時に関連するすべての安全問題に対応するものではありません。この規格の使用者は、適切な安全および健康な実践を確立し、使用前に規制上の制限の適用可能性を判断する責任があります。

이 기사는 유럽 표준 EN 116:2015에 대해 다루고 있으며, 디젤 및 가정용 난방 연료의 차가운 필터 막힘점(CFPP)을 결정하는 방법을 명시하고 있습니다. CFPP는 연료가 연소 시 문제 없이 시스템에서 올바르게 유동될 수 있는 최저 온도입니다. 이 표준은 자동화된 시험 장비를 사용하여 CFPP를 결정하는 데 적용됩니다. 수동 시험 장비는 심판용으로만 사용할 수 있습니다. 이 유럽 표준은 FAME(지방산 메틸 에스터) 및 증류 연료와 파라핀성 디젤 연료를 포함하여 디젤 엔진 및 가정용 난방 설비에 사용되는 연료에 적용됩니다. 이 유럽 표준에 명시된 방법으로 얻은 결과는 연료 시스템에서 문제없이 유동되는 가장 낮은 온도를 추정하는 데 적합합니다. 다만, 디젤 연료의 경우, 주로 서비스 중에 발생하는 장애 온도와 결과가 유사하지만, 날씨에 노출된 장소에 설치된 종이 필터가 있는 경우 또는 필터 막힘 온도가 연료의 용출점보다 12°C 이상 낮은 경우에는 결과가 다소 다를 수 있습니다. 가정용 난방 설비는 일반적으로 덜 엄격하며, 시험 결과로 나타낸 온도보다 낮은 온도에서도 만족스럽게 작동하는 경우가 많습니다. "As received" 상태에서의 샘플과 45°C에서 30분 동안 열 처리한 후의 차이는 낮은 온도 조건에서 성능 불량에 대한 불만을 조사하는 데 사용될 수 있습니다. 경고 - 이 표준의 사용은 위험한 물질, 작업 및 장비가 포함될 수 있습니다. 이 표준은 사용과정에서 발생하는 모든 안전 문제를 해결하기 위한 것이 아닙니다. 이 표준의 사용자는 적절한 안전 및 건강 관행을 확립하고 사용 전 규정적인 제한 사항의 적용 가능성을 결정하는 것이 사용자의 책임입니다.

This article is about the European Standard EN 116:2015, which outlines a method for determining the cold filter plugging point (CFPP) of diesel and domestic heating fuels. The CFPP is the lowest temperature at which a fuel will flow correctly in a fuel system without any issues. The standard allows for the use of automated test equipment and specifies that manual test equipment can only be used for refereeing purposes. It is applicable to various types of fuels, including fatty-acid methyl esters (FAME), distillate fuels, and paraffinic diesel fuels. The results obtained from this method can help estimate the temperature at which a fuel will flow trouble-free. However, it is important to note that certain factors, such as the presence of a paper filter exposed to weather or a significant difference between the filter plugging temperature and the cloud point of the fuel, can affect the accuracy of the results. Additionally, the standard warns that the use of hazardous materials, operations, and equipment is involved in this process, and users should establish appropriate safety practices and consider regulatory limitations.