Product Description
PF-Marine™ LS 380 is a high-energy, ultra-clean residual bunker fuel engineered for demanding marine and inland waterway operations. Derived from a premium aromatic feedstock, it delivers measurably higher BTU output per gallon while maintaining near-zero levels of ash, metals, and sediment.
Where most residual fuels trade cleanliness for energy density, PF-Marine LS 380 delivers both — resulting in lower maintenance intervals, reduced engine deposits, and a strong cost-per-MMBTU advantage. Formulated for blending with Marine Gas Oil (MGO) at 55–60% to achieve full ISO 8217 RMG 380 compliance.
- Higher Energy: ~165,000 BTU/gal — typically 3–8% above competing residual fuels for a direct $/MMBTU cost advantage.
- Exceptionally Clean: Near-zero ash (0.000%), zero sediment, and ultra-low metals reduce injector fouling and extend equipment life.
- IMO 2020 Compliant: Sulfur ≤0.50% meets the global cap for open-sea and ECA operations.
- Blend-to-Spec Ready: A 55–60% blend with MGO achieves full ISO 8217 RMG 380 density compliance.
Applications
Towboats, Push Boats, and River Barges
Ocean-Going and Coastal Vessels
Inland Waterway Operations
Blend Component for On-Spec RMG 380
Cold-Climate and Winter Operations
High-BTU Fuel for Cost-Sensitive Operators
Benefits
Higher Energy per Gallon
Exceptionally Clean Fuel
Superior Combustion Performance
Excellent Cold-Flow Handling
Outstanding Fuel Stability
ISO 8217 / IMO 2020 Compliant
Regional Logistics Advantage
Product Availability
Drum (470 lbs net)
Tote (2,300 lbs net)
Tank Truck (45,000 lbs net)
Railcar (180,000 lbs net)
Product Data
| Property | Test Method | Specification |
| Appearance | — | Dark viscous liquid |
| Density @ 15°C | ISO 3675 / ASTM D1298 | 1,056 kg/m³ |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 50°C | ISO 3104 | 380 mm²/s (cSt) |
| Sulfur Content | ISO 8754 / ASTM D4294 | ≤0.50 % m/m |
| Micro Carbon Residue (MCR) | ISO 10370 | 1.08 % m/m |
| Ash Content | ISO 6245 | 0.000 % m/m |
| Sediment by Extraction | ISO 3735 | 0.00 % m/m |
| Pour Point | ISO 3016 / ASTM D97 | −6 °C |
| Gross Calorific Value | ASTM D240 | ~165,000 BTU/gal |