What is 'API gravity' in SAP IS-OIL-DS-HPM - Hydrocarbon Product Management?

API gravity - Overview

• Component: IS-OIL-DS-HPM

• Component Name: Hydrocarbon Product Management

• Description: A distinction between the relative density of petroleum liquids according to values determined by the American Petroleum Institute API. API gravity is measured by a hydrometer instrument, which has a scale graduated in degrees API.

API gravity - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  API gravity is a measure of the relative density of a petroleum liquid compared to water. It is used to measure the relative density of a petroleum liquid compared to water, which is assigned an API gravity of 10. The higher the API gravity, the lighter the petroleum liquid. 
  
  How to use it: 
  API gravity is used in the IS-OIL-DS-HPM Hydrocarbon Product Management component of SAP to measure the relative density of a petroleum liquid compared to water. This measurement is used to determine the quality and value of a petroleum product. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using API gravity in SAP, it is important to remember that the higher the API gravity, the lighter the petroleum liquid. This can help you determine the quality and value of a petroleum product. 
  
  Related Information: 
  API gravity is related to other measurements such as specific gravity and density. Specific gravity measures the ratio of a substance’s density compared to that of water, while density measures mass per unit volume.