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Main Product
Naphtha
Segment
Refined Products
Main-Family
Refinery Liquids
Sub-Family
Light Distll. & Proc. Hydroc.
Physical State

Liquid

Product
Light Catalytic Naphtha
Abbreviation
LCN
Names
FCC Light Naphtha; FCC Light Cut Naphtha; Light Cut Catalytic Naphtha

Description

Light Catalytic Naphtha (LCN) is a fraction of naphtha boiling between 30°C and 90°C, consisting of molecules with 5-6 carbon atoms. This fraction is produced through the catalytic cracking process, which converts heavy gas oil into lighter products, including naphtha as shown in the attached image[2].

Composition

The composition of light catalytic naphtha varies depending on the specific process and stream. However, it is generally characterized as:

  • Paraffins: 55%
  • Olefins: negligible
  • Naphthenes: 40%
  • Aromatics: 5%
  • Density: 0.664 (Stream: Light SR)

Usage

Light cut catalytic naphtha is primarily used as a feedstock for producing high-octane gasoline through the catalytic reforming process. This process involves the conversion of naphtha into higher-octane gasoline blending components.

References

  1. Brave Search Summarizer, Light cut catalytic naphtha.
  2. Warren Averill, 2024, Full Conversion Petroleum Refinery Handbook for Operators, Chapter 1, Refinery Overview, Provided by Visual Performance Solutions, Inc.
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  UserPic Light Catalytic Naphtha (LCN) updated 8/7/2024
Identifiers
logo CAS Number
64741-55-5
logo EC Number
265-056-2
logo ECHA InfoCard
100.059.124
Chemical Data
Molecular Weight (g/mol)
70
Boiling Point (°C)
60
Specific Gravity
0.64
Crude Data
API Gravity
88.22
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Modified by UserPic   Kokel, Nicolas 8/5/2024 4:14 PM
Added by UserPic   Kokel, Nicolas 10/24/2021 8:08 PM