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Heat Treatment

High calorific value, clean combustion, and precise temperature control for modifying physical properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals across industrial manufacturing.

Ferrous Metals Non-Ferrous Metals Industrial Manufacturing High-Temperature

How BPCL LPG Powers Heat Treatment

Heat treatment is a controlled process of heating and cooling metals to alter their microstructural properties - without changing chemical composition. LPG is the preferred fuel for heat treatment furnaces due to its high calorific value (approx. 11,900 kcal/kg), clean combustion, and precise temperature control capability.

BPCL Commercial LPG enables consistent, repeatable heat treatment processes that are critical to achieving the mechanical specifications required in automotive, aerospace, tooling, and heavy engineering sectors.

Industry at a Glance

11,900
kcal/kg Calorific Value
850-1250°C
Typical Process Range
±5°C
Temperature Accuracy

Where BPCL LPG Is Used in Heat Treatment

Annealing (Softening metals)
Hardening & Quenching
Tempering & Stress Relieving
Case Carburizing (surface hardening)
Normalizing for structural steel
Pre-heating before welding
Induction hardening support
Tool & die heat treatment

Advantages for Heat Treatment

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Precise Temperature Control

LPG burners offer fine-grained control over furnace temperatures, essential for meeting metallurgical specifications.

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Clean Combustion

Minimal sulphur and particulates mean no surface contamination of treated metals - critical for aerospace-grade finishes.

Rapid Heating Rates

High heat release rates reduce cycle times significantly compared to electric resistance heating.

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Reliable Supply

BPCL's pan-India distribution network ensures uninterrupted LPG supply to heat treatment facilities.

Choose the Right LPG Pack for Your Operation

5 kg
Small Commercial
19 kg
Standard Commercial
35 kg
Medium Industrial
47.5 kg
Large Industrial

Bulk piped LPG supply is also available for high-volume consumers. Contact BPCL to discuss your requirements.