Compatibility of Metals in Jatropha Oil

Environmental factors and depleting reserves of crude oil are becoming the main driving forces in the quest for cleaner and alternate fuels. A large variety of biofuels are available but very little is known about the corrosion mechanism related to them. The introduction of biofuels is associated with difficulties in transport and storage as well as their use. Construction materials for tankers, storage tanks and pipes normally consist of metals, which are prone to corrosion. Hence the present study is on the corrosion aspect of jatropha oil on various metals like carbon steel, aluminium, copper and brass.

Key words: biofuels, jatropha oil, corrosion