Core Functions of MMT

1. Enhance antiknock performance and raise octane number: This is the core function of MMT. When burning in the engine, it decomposes into active manganese oxide particles, which can reduce the concentration of peroxides formed in the combustion chamber before the flame front, selectively interrupt part of the free - radical chain reaction, prevent the fuel from auto - igniting in advance, and thus improve the antiknock performance of gasoline. Adding a small amount of MMT (with manganese content not exceeding 18 mg/L) can increase the octane number of gasoline by 2-3 units, which is a cost - effective way for refineries to solve the octane number gap.
2. Optimize refinery operation and blending flexibility: MMT can reduce the operating severity of refinery reforming units, help reduce the content of aromatics and olefins in gasoline during the blending process, and enable refineries to flexibly blend various gasoline components to produce products that meet quality standards without large - scale equipment transformation. It also has good compatibility with oxygen - containing components such as MTBE and ethanol, and can have a synergistic effect with them to further improve the octane number of gasoline.
3. Improve engine performance and reduce emissions: It can promote the complete combustion of gasoline, improve engine power performance and fuel economy to a certain extent, and help reduce the emission of pollutants such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons in vehicle exhaust. In addition, it can also reduce the problem of valve seat recession in some old engines and reduce spark plug fouling, so as to protect the normal operation of engine components.
4. Cost - saving for refineries: Compared with some traditional octane boosters, MMT has the advantage of low dosage and high efficiency. Refineries can achieve the goal of improving gasoline quality at a lower cost, which helps to control the overall production cost of gasoline.