Magic Crude or Fun Time Barrel

Apr 26, 2011 by Editor Fred D

There are 2 basic ways to view this. First with oil going up what else will climb in price? Second, if we reduce our use what else do we need to cut back.

A 42-gallon barrel of oil produces 19.4 gallons of gasoline. The remainder (over half) is used to make things like those Petroleum Based Products, below. This is how that breaks out.

Below are two lists. First shows the base components from distillation. The second list is a product category with products that are in each category. Chances are there is something that you will not be able to live without; most people are amazed at what is made from oil.

How Oil Refining Works

Petroleum gas – used for heating, cooking, making plastics

1. small alkanes (1 to 4 carbon atoms)
2. commonly known by the names methane, ethane, propane, butane
3. boiling range = less than 104 degrees Fahrenheit / 40 degrees Celsius
4. often liquified under pressure to create LPG (liquified petroleum gas)

Naphtha or Ligroin – intermediate that will be further processed to make gasoline

1. mix of 5 to 9 carbon atom alkanes
2. boiling range = 140 to 212 degrees Fahrenheit / 60 to 100 degrees Celsius

Gasoline – motor fuel

1. liquid
2. mix of alkanes and cycloalkanes (5 to 12 carbon atoms)
3. boiling range = 104 to 401 degrees Fahrenheit / 40 to 205 degrees Celsius

Kerosene – fuel for jet engines and tractors; starting material for making other products

1. liquid
2. mix of alkanes (10 to 18 carbons) and aromatics
3. boiling range = 350 to 617 degrees Fahrenheit / 175 to 325 degrees Celsius

Gas oil or Diesel distillate – used for diesel fuel and heating oil; starting material for making other products

1. liquid
2. alkanes containing 12 or more carbon atoms
3. boiling range = 482 to 662 degrees Fahrenheit / 250 to 350 degrees Celsius

Lubricating oil – used for motor oil, grease, other lubricants

1. liquid
2. long chain (20 to 50 carbon atoms) alkanes, cycloalkanes, aromatics
3. boiling range = 572 to 700 degrees Fahrenheit / 300 to 370 degrees Celsius

Heavy gas or Fuel oil – used for industrial fuel; starting material for making other products

1. liquid
2. long chain (20 to 70 carbon atoms) alkanes, cycloalkanes, aromatics
3. boiling range = 700 to 1112 degrees Fahrenheit / 370 to 600 degrees Celsius

Residuals – coke, asphalt, tar, waxes; starting material for making other products

1. solid
2. multiple-ringed compounds with 70 or more carbon atoms
3. boiling range = greater than 1112 degrees Fahrenheit / 600 degrees Celsius

Petroleum Products in Our Daily Lives

CLOTHING/TEXTILES

Ballet tights, nylon cord, women’s polyester blouses, beads, pajamas, women’s polyester pants, bracelets, Pantyhose, nylon zippers, plastic hangers, permanent press clothing, dresses, purses, flip flops, earrings, ribbons, fake fur, windbreakers, sandals, garment bags, shoe laces, rain coats, iron-on patches, sneakers, Sweaters, men’s nylon undershirts, sofa pillow material, men’s polyester shirts, men’s polyester slacks, tote bags, umbrellas

OFFICE

Ball point pens, diskettes, thermometer, Ink, computers, typewriter ribbon/cartridges, business card holders, copiers, waste baskets, calculators, printer ribbon cartridges, microfilm, carbon paper, protractor, name tags, correction fluid, ring binder, erasers, rulers, letter divider, scotch tape, magic markers, telephone

SPORTS/HOBBIES/GAMES

Back packs, fishing lures, air mattresses, Polaroid camera, beach balls, fishing poles, hang gliders, vinyl cases, cameras, footballs, glue containers, puzzles, darts, Frisbees, golf ball/bags, shotgun shell casing, ear plugs, knitting needles, waterproof jackets, stadium cushion, earphones, yarn, kites, tennis racquet, fabric dye, decoys, lifejacket, nylon strings, face protectors, volley balls, model cars, plastic water gun, fishing bobbers, soccer balls, oil paints, parachutes, fishing cylume, light stick, earphones, playing cards, photographs, monofilament fishing lines, diving boards, poker chips, goggles, roller-skate wheels, whistles, guitar strings, picks, rafts, ice chests, tents, sleeping bags, pole vaulting poles, motorcycle helmets, skis, rubber cement, plastic flower pots, water skis, hot tub covers, sails, snorkels, monkey bars, photo albums, wet suits, flippers, tennis balls, boats, insulated boots

INFANT/CHILDREN

Acrylic toys, baby oil, laundry basket, waterproof pants, baby aspirin, bath soap, mittens, pacifiers, baby blanket, bibs, rattles, double-knit shirts, baby bottles, disposable diapers, baby shoes, teething ring, nipples, dolls, stuffed animals, baby lotion

MEDICAL

Allergy medication, cotton-tipped swabs, inhalator liquid, Pepto-Bismol, aspirin, first aid cream, lancet for blood testing, pill case, band aids, first aid kits, latex gloves, prescription bottle, burn lotion, glycerin, mosquito spray, rubbing alcohol, chap stick, heart valve replacement, nasal decongestant, surgical tape, syringes, Vaseline, antiseptics, hearing aids, anesthetics, artificial limbs, eye glasses, antihistamines, cortisone, vaporizers, Bactine, oxygen masks, stethoscope, prescription glasses

HEALTH & BEAUTY

Cologne, hair brushes, lipstick, permanent wave curlers, perfume, hair color, mascara, petroleum jelly, comb, foam rubber curlers, denture adhesives, shampoo, contact lens/case, hair spray, hand lotion, shaving foam, cough syrup, hearing aids, hair dryers, shoe inserts, dentures, Keri body lotion, face masks, skin cleanser, deodorants, laxatives, moisturizing cream, soap holder, disposable razors, leather conditioner, mouth wash, sun glasses, facial toner, lens cleanser, nail polish, sunscreen, tooth brushes, toothpaste tubes, vitamins, synthetic wigs, bubble bath, soap, capsules

KITCHEN/HOUSEHOLD

vinegar bottles, egg carton, meat trays, trash bags, bread box, freezer containers, melamine dishware, tumblers, cake decorations, jars, microwave divided dishes, utensils, candles, freezer bags, milk jugs, vacuum bottles, coasters, gelatin molds, nylon spatulas, wax paper, coffee pots, ice cream scoops, oven bags, mops, drinking cups, ice trays, plastic containers, fabric softener, detergent, liter bottles, plastic table service, drain stoppers, dish drainer, lunch boxes, pudding molds, sponges, dish scrubber brush, baggies, drinking straws, Styrofoam, paper cup dispenser, measuring cups, Teflon coated pans, table cloths

FURNISHINGS

Carpet padding, naugahyde, Venetian blinds, TV cabinets, extension cords, picture frames, flocked wallpaper, shower doors, Formica, refrigerator lining, vinyl-coated wallpaper, curtains, kitchen carpet, shag carpet, welcome mats, fan blades, lamps, shower curtain, patio furniture, swings, linoleum, upholstery material, rugs

BUILDING/HOME MAINTENANCE

caulking material, light switch plates, plunger, faucet washer, clothesline, measuring tape, polyurethane stain, water pipe, electric saw, paint brush, propane bottles, wood floor cleaner/wax, vinyl electrical tape, plastic pipe, shingles (asphalt), light panels, garden hose, plastic wood, spackling paste, awnings, glazing compound, Plexiglas, spray paint, enamel, epoxy paint, artificial turf, folding doors, floor wax, glue, house paint, paint rollers, toilet seats, water pipes, putty, solvents, roofing material, plywood adhesive, sockets, propane

AUTOMOBILE

Anti-freeze, flat tire fix, street paving (asphalt), car battery case, coolant, motor oil, tires, loud speakers, bearing grease, sports car bodies, traffic cones, car enamel, brake fluid, dash boards, windshield wipers, visors, car sound insulation, oil filters, car seats, convertible tops, fan belts, gasoline

MISCELLANEOUS

Ash trays, dog food dishes, tool boxes, cd’s, balloons, dog leash, tape recorders, synthetic rubber, bubble gum, dog toys, flashlights,  nylon rope, bungee strap, fertilizer, flight bags, disposable lighters, cassette player, flea collars, flutes, lighter fluid, cigarette case, electric blankets, tool racks, name tags, cigarette filters, ammonia, insecticides, newspaper tubes, calibrated container, insect repellent, food preservatives, phonograph records, crayons,  ice buckets, dyes, pillows, credit cards, flashlights, fly swatter, plastic cup holder, dice, movie film, k-resin, plastic tie, polyethylene, polypropylene, rain bonnets,  luggage, video cassettes,  charcoal lighter,  rayon, safety glasses, safety gloves, safety hats,  shoe polish, signs, cassette tapes, toys, watch bands, waterproof boots, shopping bags, bed spreads,  traffic cones, check books covers, tobacco pouches, clothes hangers, flea collars, flavors, masking tape,  safety flares,  flags,  signs, butane