BA series pumps
Pump unit with diesel drive 1401
8.38
(1) This specification includes the requirements for Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD). ULSD fuel will have ? 15 ppm (0.0015%)
sulfur. Refer to “ASTM D5453”, “ASTM D2622”, or “ISO 20846, ISO 20884” test methods. This specification includes the
requirements for Low Sulfur Diesel (LSD). LSD fuel will have ? 500 ppm (0.05%) sulfur. Refer to following:“ASTM 5453,
ASTM D2622”, “ISO 20846”, and “ISO 20884 test methods”. Refer to Tables C and D.
(2) A fuel with a higher cetane number is recommended in order to operate at a higher altitude or in cold weather.
(3) “Via standards tables, the equivalent API gravity for the minimum density of 801 kg / m3 (kilograms per cubic meter) is
45 and for the maximum density of 876 kg / m3 is 30”.
(4) Regional regulations, national regulations or international regulations can require a fuel with a specific sulfur limit.
Consult all applicable regulations before selecting a fuel for a given engine application. Perkins fuel systems and engine
components can operate on high sulfur fuels in territories that are non-emissions regulated. Fuel sulfur levels affect
exhaust emissions. High sulfur fuels also increase the potential for corrosion of internal components. Fuel sulfur levels
above 0.5% may significantly shorten the oil change interval. For additional information, refer to this manual, “Fluid
recommendations (General lubricant Information)”.
(5) The values of the fuel viscosity are the values as the fuel is delivered to the fuel injection pumps. Fuel should also meet
the minimum viscosity requirement and the fuel should meet the maximum viscosity requirements at 40 °C (104 °F) of
either the “ASTM D445” test method or the “ISO 3104” test method. If a fuel with a low viscosity is used, cooling of the
fuel may be required to maintain 1.4 cSt or greater viscosity at the fuel injection pump. Fuels with a high viscosity might
require fuel heaters in order to lower the viscosity to 4.5 cSt at the fuel injection pump.
(6) Follow the test conditions and procedures for gasoline (motor).
(7) The lubricity of a fuel is a concern with low sulfur and ultra low sulfur fuel. To determine the lubricity of the fuel, use the
“ISO 12156-1 or ASTM D6079 High Frequency Reciprocating Rig (HFRR)” test. If the lubricity of a fuel does not meet
the minimum requirements, consult your fuel supplier. Do not treat the fuel without consulting the fuel supplier. Some
additives are not compatible. These additives can cause problems in the fuel system.
Thermal Stability - Minimum of 80% reflectance after
aging for 180 minutes at 150 °C
(302 °F)
D6468 No equivalent
test
Pour Point °C 6 °C (42.8 °F) minimum below
ambient temperature
D97 "ISO" 3016
Sulfur
(1),(4)
%mass The level of sulfur that is in the fuel
is controlled by emissions
regulations. Refer to Tables C and
D for more information.
D5453/D26222 "ISO 20846",
"ISO 20884"
Kinematic Viscosity
(5)
“MM”2“/S
(cSt)”
The viscosity of the fuel that is
delivered to the fuel injection pump.
“1.4 minimum/4.5 maximum”
D445 "ISO" 3405
Water and sediment %Weight 0.1% maximum D1796 "ISO" 3734
Water %Weight 0.1% maximum D1744 No equivalent
test
Sediment %Weight 0.05% maximum D473 "ISO" 3735
Gums and Resins
(6)
mg/100mL 10 mg per 100 mL maximum D381 "ISO" 6246
Lubricity corrected wear
scar diameter at 60 °C
(140 °F).
(7)
mm 0.46 maximum D6079 "ISO" 12156-1
Perkins Specification for Distillate Diesel Fuel
(1)
Property UNITS Requirements “ASTM”Test "ISO"Test
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