What is the full form of CNG

CNG: Compressed Natural Gas

CNG stands for Compressed Natural Gas. It can be used as a substitute of Diesel, Petrol and Propane/LPG. It is effective to control air pollution because it produces fewer undesirable gases in comparison to Diesel, Petrol and LPG. So it is more environment friendly than other fuel products. It is safer than its other substitutes in the case of spill because it is lighter than air and disperses quickly when released.

CNG is found over oil deposits. It also can be collected from landfills and wastewater treatment plants. It is stored and distributed in very hard spherical or cylindrical containers at the pressure of 20-25 MPa.

Usage

CNG is used in internal combustion engine which are modified or manufactured for CNG use. It is generally used in Buses in all over the world. In India, it is used in Buses as well as in three wheeler Autos.

Advantages of CNG

• It is cheaper than its other substitutes i.e. Petrol and Diesel which are used to run buses, cars and other automobiles.
• The maintenance cost for the vehicles run on CNG is low as compare to the vehicles run on Petrol and Diesel.
• It is more environments friendly because it emits less undesirable and harmful gases than other substitutes i.e. Diesel and Petrol.
• It enhances the life of lubricant oils because it does not contaminate and dilute the crankcase oil.
• It provides a high auto-ignition temperature of 540 degree Celsius or more.