Is AdBlue an ammonia?

AdBlue is a liquid solution of urea (the stuff found in urine), and when it meets a hot exhaust system it releases ammonia which is a catalyst to a chemical reaction that converts dangerous Nitrogen Oxides into two harmless products – water vapour and Nitrogen.

Does AdBlue contain ammonia?

What is AdBlue made of? AdBlue® is made of a colourless mixture of high-purity urea (32.5%) and deionised water (67.5%), as set out in the ISO 22242 standard. Urea contains ammonia; the active ingredient in AdBlue® that reacts with NOx and neutralises it before it enters the atmosphere.

What's AdBlue made out of?

AdBlue® is a synthetic, highly purified solution of urea and demineralized water NOT pigs urine. Whilst the chemical urea is in pigs' urine, it is found in much lower concentration alongside many other elements.

What type of urea is in AdBlue?

This AdBlue is sold around the world and comes from a solution of high-purity, virgin urea. Urea is produced synthetically from ammonia and CO₂ (carbon dioxide), from which Yara's AdBlue is extracted directly as "hot melt" urea, which uses a different process from fertilizer grade urea.

Is AdBlue just urea?

While AdBlue is comprised of approximately 32 percent urea, our urine includes approximately two percent urea. It's mostly water, and the rest will depend upon one's diet. Some other elements of urine (again, depending on your diet) could be detrimential to the AdBlue system, and could cause some expensive repairs.

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Can I pee in my AdBlue tank?

No, the vehicle will not be able to be started. It's the same for all AdBlue vehicles; legislation prohibits it to start with no AdBlue in the tank. So, even if we wanted the capability of limp mode or normal driving in this situation, it's prohibited by law. We wouldn't recommend water or urine…

What is the difference between urea and AdBlue?

AdBlue is a liquid solution of urea (the stuff found in urine), and when it meets a hot exhaust system it releases ammonia which is a catalyst to a chemical reaction that converts dangerous Nitrogen Oxides into two harmless products – water vapour and Nitrogen.

Is AdBlue water based?

AdBlue® is a liquid, clear solution which consists of pure water and automotive urea (32,5%). AdBlue® is injected into the exhaust gasses of a diesel-powered engine to reduce the emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) in combination with SCR (Selective Catalyst Reduction) technology.

Can AdBlue be used as fertilizer?

AdBlue is composed of deionised water and urea, an organic compound that is also used as a fertiliser, although the finished product is much purer.

Can I make my own AdBlue?

It can only be produced industrially. Making AdBlue® yourself may have adverse repercussions on your vehicle. the first involves dissolving granules of solid urea, called prills in demineralised water; the second involves mixing synthetic urea with demineralised water.

Is AdBlue a coolant?

AdBlue is the trade name for a type of diesel exhaust fluid. It's a mixture of urea and deionised water that's stored in a separate tank from the car's fuel.

Is AdBlue corrosive to paint?

If AdBlue dries and crystallizes on the paint, surface corrosion may occur. Do not spill into the environment and into drains.

Is AdBlue corrosive to metal?

AdBlue is non-flammable and non-explosive but it's highly corrosive to base metals therefore only dedicated AdBlue storage and dispensing systems should be used.

Where does ammonia come from?

In the environment, ammonia is part of the nitrogen cycle and is produced in soil from bacterial processes. Ammonia is also produced naturally from decomposition of organic matter, including plants, animals and animal wastes.

Can you use water instead of AdBlue?

If you fill up with water instead of AdBlue, you can block the injector and damage the catalyst. Progressive damage to your SCR system can reduce engine performance and actually increase the fuel consumption per mile or kilometer. Your vehicle will not maintain the emissions allowed for a Euro 6 car.

What happens if you put AdBlue into diesel tank?

A single drop of Diesel can contaminate several litres of AdBlue®. If you start up with an AdBlue^® tank filled with Diesel, you risk causing very serious damage to your vehicle's SCR system. If you do start up, you vehicle will begin to behave strangely.

How long does urea last in soil?

If the soil is totally dry, no reaction happens. But with the enzyme urease, plus any small amount of soil moisture, urea normally hydrolyzes and converts to ammonium and carbon dioxide. This can occur in two to four days and happens more quickly on high pH soils.

Why can't Australia make urea?

The world is facing a major shortage of the compound, a key ingredient found in the diesel exhaust fluid AdBlue and a large component in fertiliser. The main reason for the shortage is that China, which previously supplied 80% of Australia's urea supplies, has banned export of the product.

Can I spray DEF fluid on my lawn?

I also read, yes, DEF can be used on plants (with the recommended rate of dilution so you don't turn your lawn brown), but why would you want to do this when bagged urea fertilizer powder is much, much cheaper than the purified urea in DEF.

How do they make urea for AdBlue?

Well, AdBlue urea is made by heating up synthetic ammonia and carbon dioxide. The urea is then added to the de-ionised water to create AdBlue. AdBlue sits in a separate tank to diesel and, unlike petrol or diesel, isn't injected into the engine. Instead, it's injected into the exhaust system.

Is there different types of AdBlue?

AdBlue is a proprietary name, like Hoover and iPhone: i.e. there are not different types or brands of AdBlue, though there may at any time be different brands selling other urea-based solutions that perform the same function. AdBlue is stored in a tank in the vehicle, and is injected into the SCR system as required.

Does AdBlue have a shelf life?

AdBlue can last up to 18 months in storage. To keep AdBlue in its optimal condition, store it: out of direct sunlight. and at a temperature between -6°C and 25°C.

Is urine and urea the same?

Urea is the chief nitrogenous waste, which is eliminated through urine. Urea is produced in the liver from ammonia, which is a metabolite of amino acids and carbon dioxide. Urine is formed by the nephrons after filtration, secretion and reabsorption.

Can diesel motors run without AdBlue?

Without AdBlue, most modern diesel engines will automatically de-rate and won't operate beyond moving the truck off the road.

Can a diesel car run without AdBlue?

What happens if I run out of AdBlue? If you run out of AdBlue while you're driving, then the engine's power and performance will be reduced to limit its emissions. Once you've stopped, you won't be able to restart the engine if the AdBlue tank's empty.