Heating Value of Dfferent Fuels - Wright-Bilt Systems

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Average Heat Content of Fuels

Fuel Type

No. of Btu/Unit

Kerosene (No. 1 Fuel Oil)

135,000/gallon

No. 2 Fuel Oil

140,000/gallon

Electricity

3,412/kw/hr

Natural Gas

102,800/1,00 cu ft (Therm)

Propane

96,000/gallon

Pine (20% moisture)*

18,000,000/cord

Hardwood (20% moisture)

24,000,000/Cord

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