CONCLUSION

ASTM Distillation is the most common method for obtaining distillation data of
gasoline, naphtha, kerosene and gas oil. In ASTM distillation, 100 ml of sample is distilled at
uniform rate of 5ml per min, the distillate is condensed. The temperature of the vapour when
the first drop of condensate dripped from the condenser is recorded as the initial boiling point
(IBP). The vapour temperature is also recorded as each successive 10% is collected. When
95% has been distilled, the burner flame may need to be increased and the maximum
temperature is recorded as the final boiling point (FBP). FBP is an important specification or
way of describing gasoline, naphtha or middle distillates. As conclusion, the percentage of
distilled amount against temperature of petroleum product sample is determined. The
percentage of recovery is 94.6% while the percentage of residue is 1.2%. The percentage of
recovery is higher than the percentage of residue. Next, the initial boiling point is 5ᵒC while
the final boiling point is 94.4ᵒC. The boiling point increases time to time. The quantity of
various fractions of petroleum is determined.
RECOMMENDATION

As for recommendation, the experimenter must follow the correct sequence of

procedure to reduce the error occur. Besides, the presence of high boiling point components
in these and other fuels can significantly affect the degree of formation of solid combustion
deposits. So, experimenter must ensure the boiling point is stable. In ASTM Distiilation, the
volatility is must be considered. This is because the distillation volatility of hydrocarbons
have an important effect on their safety and performance. The boiling range gives
information on the composition, the properties, and the behaviour of the fuel during storage
and use. Volatility is the major determinant of the tendency of a hydrocarbon mixture to
produce potentially explosive vapours. Nevertheless, the laboratory functions in support of
operation analysis, troubleshooting unit problems and performance evaluation of equipment
should be performed. Last but not least, technical and experimental service must be provided.