Physical Properties of arax

Ash Content ( WT % )

1 – 20

Moisture Content ( WT % )

0.5 – 1.5

Volatile Matter ( WT % )

60 – 65

Fixed Carbon

25 – 35

Solubility In CS2 ( WT % )

85 – 90

Solubility In TCE ( WT % )

60 – 70

Normal Heptan Insol ( WT %)

60 – 70

Specific Gravity 25 C

1.1 – 1.2

Colour

Black

Softening Point C

190 – 250

Penetaration 25 C / 0. Tmm

0 – 2

Carbon

75 – 82

Hydrogen

6 – 9

Nitrogen

0.8 – 1.5

Sulphur

3 – 6

Oxygen

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