BioPro Automated Biodiesel Processor is a stainless steel industrial-grade processor that converts organic oils into an alternative fuel — biodiesel — through acid/base catalyzed chemical reactions. The oil is altered to allow it to run efficiently in an unmodified diesel engine. The BioPro 190 is designed for self-contained operation, with very little user interaction: no metering or mixing chemicals. Simply add the required ingredients, press the Big Green Button and walk away. The oil can be any organic oil (tallow, fats, vegetable oil, etc.), but in most cases, waste vegetable oil is commonly used to make biodiesel due to its wide availability. U.S.A. Capacity (gal.): 50 in 48 hours, Oil Type: Waste vegetable oil, Oil Reservoir (gal.): 50, Methanol (gal.): 10, Catalyst/Chemicals: 3.3lbs NaOH or 5.2lbs KOH, 190mL sulfuric acid, Water Reservoir (gal.): 45, Power Requirements: 115v plug, Wash Method: 3 stage, Operation: Automated control with manual overrides, Pump: Fuel pump included Construction: Welded 304 stainless steel body; powder-coated carbon steel covers Fittings: 304 stainless steel or glass-filled polypropylene Controls: AUTO mode controlled by program logic controller; Start button initiates completely automated process; Manual mode controlled by switch actuation BioPro 190 capacity: 50 gallons of oil yields 50 gallons of fuel Electrical: 110V AC/ 15 Amp circuit Wash method: Three-stage water wash — spray wash followed by two turbulent washes Automatic removal of waste water Footprint dimensions: 21in.W x 21in.D x 67in.H Minimum Requirements: 50 gallons of new or used vegetable oil or oil derived from animal fat 10 gallons of methanol (commonly available as racing fuel for alcohol dragsters) Lye or caustic potash 93% pure or better sulfuric acid (not battery acid) Approximately 45 gallons of fresh water Total Time: Approximately 48 hours from start to finish Includes rubber gloves, protective goggles, vinyl apron, respirator