Diesel Fuel is a middle-distillate petroleum fuel, a mixture of C10–C20 hydrocarbons with a specific gravity of about 0.85 to 0.88 and a minimum flash point of 125°F (52°C), which makes it combustible. Ultra low sulfur diesel (ULSD) powers trucks, farm and construction equipment, generators and locomotives, and No. 2 fuel oil is used for heating. Diesel storage tanks need secondary containment, venting and protection from water contamination. Use the compatibility ratings to choose the right tank resin, fittings and gaskets.
Safety data: No. 2 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Safety Data Sheet (SDS) – Marathon Petroleum
Polypropylene is the most economical tank material for Diesel Fuel, rated Excellent. PVDF (Kynar®) is also rated Good or better. Avoid HDPE and nylon tanks; HDPE fittings; EPDM gaskets.
How Diesel Fuel works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| Polypropylene | |
| Nylon | |
| PVDF (Kynar®) |
How Diesel Fuel works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | |
| PVC | |
| CPVC | |
| Polypropylene | |
| PVDF |
How Diesel Fuel works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | |
| EPDM | |
| Viton® |
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