Chemical Composition |
Primarily methane (CH₄) with small amounts of ethane, propane, and other hydrocarbons |
Methane Content |
85% - 99% |
Density |
430 - 470 kg/m³ (liquid form) |
Boiling Point |
-162°C (-260°F) |
Energy Content |
45 - 50 MJ/kg |
Calorific Value |
36 - 38 MJ/m³ (net) |
Cryogenic Temperature |
Stored and transported at -160°C to -162°C |
Vapor Pressure |
Near atmospheric pressure at boiling point |
Flammability Range |
5% - 15% in air |
Expansion Ratio |
1:600 (liquid to gas) |
Purity |
Typically > 90% methane |
Odor |
Odorless in its natural state |
Color |
Colorless |
Corrosiveness |
Non-corrosive |