COLTON HEATING & COOLING
  • 315 E. Elm St. Wheaton, IL 60189

Average Heat Content of Different Fuels

Fuel Type

1. Kerosene (No. 1 Fuel Oil)

2. No. 2 Fuel Oil

3. Electricity

4. Natural Gas

5. Propane

6. Pine (20% moisture)*

7. Hardwood (20% moisture)

No. of Btu/Unit

135,000/gallon

140,000/gallon

3,412/kw/hr

102,800/1,00 cu ft (Therm)

96,000/gallon

18,000,000/cord

24,000,000/Cord