Reliance Industries Limited LSHS Furnace Oil (Low Sulphur Heavy Stock) is a premium industrial fuel oil used in boilers, furnaces, thermic fluid heaters, and industrial heating systems. It is manufactured from low-sulphur residual crude fractions and designed for efficient combustion with reduced sulphur emissions.
LSHS is considered a cleaner and more efficient alternative to conventional Furnace Oil (FO) because of:
- Lower sulphur content
- Higher calorific value
- Cleaner combustion
- Better equipment life
- Lower environmental pollution
Long Description
LSHS (Low Sulphur Heavy Stock) Furnace Oil supplied by Reliance Industries is a black, viscous hydrocarbon fuel specially developed for high-temperature industrial applications. It is widely used in industries requiring continuous thermal energy generation.
Compared with standard furnace oil, LSHS offers:
- Reduced sulphur dioxide (SO) emissions
- Better combustion efficiency
- Lower burner deposits
- Reduced corrosion
- Improved fuel economy
The fuel is generally stored in heated tanks because of its relatively higher pour point and viscosity. It is transported through insulated tankers to maintain flow characteristics.
Key Specifications
| Property |
Typical Specification |
| Product Name |
LSHS Furnace Oil |
| Full Form |
Low Sulphur Heavy Stock |
| Appearance |
Black viscous liquid |
| Sulphur Content |
Max 1.0% |
| Flash Point |
Min 66C |
| Gross Calorific Value |
Min 9800 Kcal/kg |
| Ash Content |
Max 0.5% |
| Water Content |
Max 0.25% |
| Pour Point |
Max 18C |
| Kinematic Viscosity |
Approx. 380 cSt |
| Fuel Type |
Residual Industrial Fuel Oil |
Applications
LSHS Furnace Oil is extensively used in:
Industrial Boilers
- Steam generation
- Process heating
- Chemical plants
Furnaces
- Steel plants
- Ceramic industries
- Glass industries
- Foundries
Thermic Fluid Heaters
- Textile processing
- Food processing
- Pharmaceutical industries
Power Generation
- DG sets
- Captive power plants
Marine & Bunkering
Fertilizer & Chemical Plants
- Heat generation and feedstock support
Functions
Primary Function
LSHS Furnace Oil is used as an industrial thermal fuel for:
- Heat generation
- Steam production
- Furnace firing
- Combustion applications
Operational Functions
- Provides stable combustion
- Delivers high thermal efficiency
- Supports continuous industrial operations
- Minimizes carbon and sulphur emissions
- Reduces burner fouling and deposits
Benefits
Environmental Benefits
- Low sulphur reduces SO emissions
- Cleaner combustion
- Lower air pollution
Equipment Benefits
- Reduced corrosion
- Longer furnace and boiler life
- Lower maintenance requirements
- Reduced refractory damage
Operational Benefits
- Higher calorific value means lower fuel consumption
- Better ignition properties
- Smooth burner operation
- Easier combustion control
Economic Benefits
- Reduced maintenance cost
- Lower downtime
- Better fuel efficiency
- Cost-effective industrial heating solution
Storage & Handling Benefits
- Easy to regulate and control
- Can be transported in insulated tankers
- Suitable for continuous industrial usage