At what temperature does Petroleum burn?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the burning temperatures of petroleum and other common household oils, including their flashpoints and autoignition temperatures. Participants also touch on the context of using fuel for starting campfires with coal.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks about the burning temperature of petroleum and other household oils, seeking specific temperature values.
  • Another participant provides links to external resources detailing flashpoints, autoignition temperatures, and flame temperatures, suggesting that most oils burn around 1950°C.
  • A later reply reiterates the previous information about burning temperatures and adds a comment about the implications of the information shared.
  • Another participant notes that in a furnace-type setup, temperatures can exceed typical burning temperatures, indicating variability based on conditions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no consensus on specific temperatures, and multiple views regarding the conditions under which oils burn are presented. The discussion remains unresolved regarding exact values and conditions.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not clarify the assumptions behind the temperature values provided, nor does it address the specific definitions of burning temperatures or the conditions affecting them.

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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.
 
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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.
 

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