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ashmitha
Feb 25, 2007, 08:11 AM
What is the Self ignition temperature of the Petrol

CliffARobinson
Mar 15, 2012, 01:40 PM
Temperatures vary widely in the literature and should only be used as estimates. Factors which may cause variation include partial pressure of oxygen, altitude, humidity, and amount of time required for ignition.


Gasoline (Petrol): 246–280 °C (475–536 °F)

Source: Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autoignition_temperature)