Hello and thanks for looking.

Here is my semi Automatic WVO vegetable oil Biodiesel Processor

For those that know the process it requires little description but for the benefit of the lay person I will attempt as short a, but accurate a description as possible.

The plant consists of the following:-

one 45gal settling tank
one 36gal filtration tank
one 45gal processing unit
two 45gal storage tanks
one double redundancy thermostatically controlled heating element
one wall mounted control unit
one 1 micron final stage filtration unit
two spare filter housings
one tank suitable for drywashing chemicals
Spare hose
Spare fixtures and fittings

Although this plant is perfectly capable of producing Bio-diesel, I personally have not produced any yet. I have however produced quite a few gallons of processed Waste Veg Oil that I have run my 2.5 tdi Mitsubishi Pajero on for nearly a year without mishap.

What do I mean by 'Processed WVO'?

I collect the WVO from local food outlets and pubs, upmarket country pubs I find best as they do seem to change their oil more frequently, (though I've also used oil from chip shops and takeaways). I then pour the oil into the settling tank and leave it for at least three days (the longer you can afford to let the oil settle the better) I then set the intake of the pump about 18" to 2' above the bottom of the settling tank and pump the oil. through a 5 micron mesh (the cut of and tied leg off an old pair of jeans works just as well) to filter out any remaining larger particles of detritus. From the 'first stage filtration' barrel the oil can then be pumped into the processor at your leisure. This is useful if you already have a batch being, or waiting to be processed in there.

The oil is then heated to 90deg for 45 minutes and left, usually over night unless I'm in a hurry. This heating process releases any water particles trapped in the oil from stuff like frozen foods being cooked in it. It also releases any tiny particles such as minute specs of flour from batter etc. Both the water and the impurities will sink to the bottom of the processor and there is an outlet valve to drain this off. Keep a close eye as you drain the dregs and water and as soon as you see pure oil come through, close off the drain tap and switch on the pump. This will pump your oil through the second, or final stage 1 micron filter and into your jerrycan ready to fill up your vehicle. Depending on where you situate the plant, you could of course be in a position to pump direct into your fuel tank, better still. I tend to put a gallon of unleaded petrol in with every fill up, all this really does is help the oil to be a little less viscous when it gets cold and aids starting of the vehicle.

To produce actual ' BioDiesel '

is a little more complicated and involves Titration testing of batches and the addition of chemicals. Although this plant is perfectly capable of producing BioDiesel, Mixing and agitation is achieved via the pump through a return pipe. I personally have not done so so am not going to try to explain the process. If you are new to the wonderful world of self manufacture of green fuels, firstly, welcome, secondly I strongly suggest diligent use of your preferred search engine. There are literally hundreds of web sites, user discussion boards and forums that cover home brew bio fuel. I cannot recommend strongly enough that you do your research.

A little about the 'Control Box'

This is a wall mounted steel box and has been manufactured with the future in mind. It has temperature settings at 40, 60 and 90 degrees and a separate pump on/off switch. Led's show when the unit is in standby (power on but not running), running mode and contains an independent thermostat and digital temperature control / display. The box is built using DIN rail mounted terminals and allows plenty of space for expansion should you for instance want to progress the plant to a fully automatic process. There is also a slot for an IC/PC control unit that could incorporate a Web Server to allow you to control your processor remotely via the internet.

This is a reluctant sale and I do have a very good reason for selling, please feel free to contact me if you wish to know, or if you have any other questions.

Again, before you use processed WVO or biodiesel, I strongly recommend that you check out that your vehicle is capable of running on it without causing damage.

This item is local pickup only and you will need at least small van to transport it.

Payment via PayPal or CASH ONLY on collection.

If you wish to give the unit a once over or see it in action, please contact me to arrange this BEFORE you bid. If / when sold, there will be no haggeling or drops in price, the end of auction price is what you pay!

No Responsibility will be accepted for incorrect fitting, use, setting up, use with unsuitable engines or damage caused by the same, or any damage / injury, accidental or otherwise caused by the use of this equipment. You use this device at your own risk. No warranty implied or given.

Good luck and happy bidding.

Oh, I just found this:-

Fuel prices could rise by 60%

Check this out: ...... http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/fuel-prices-could-rise-by-60-/232509

I get most of my WVO for free, take into account travel and electrisity, my fuel was costing me 7 pence per litre. (would be a bit higher if producing biodiesel) Not bad is it? the processor would soon pay for itself at that price ;o)

good luck.

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