Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is available at your nearest Cumberland International Trucks. Call (Numbers below) or submit the form at the bottom of the page.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fast Facts
What is DEF used for?
DEF is used to meet January 2010 emission regulations which require diesel vehicles to significantly reduce harmful emissions and particulate matter. DEF is used to chemically reduce NOx emissions into harmless nitrogen and water through selective catalytic reduction (SCR) in which DEF is sprayed into the exhaust stream.
How much DEF will I use?
The average consumption of DEF is about 2 –3% per gallon of diesel fuel (for every 100 gallons of diesel consumed, you would need 2–3 gallons of DEF). Once your DEF consumption is estimated, you will be able to accurately determine the type of DEF storage needed to accommodate your fleet.
Is DEF harmful?
DEF is not harmful to humans, animals, or the environment. DEF is also non-toxic and non-flammable. Rinse your skin and clothes well if you come into contact with DEF. However, DEF is corrosive to some metals such as carbon steel, aluminum, copper, and zinc.
How do I store Fleetrite DEF?
DEF weighs 9.1 pounds per gallon and is compatible with certain stainless steels and plastic materials suitable for storing DEF. To prevent contamination, all DEF pumps and containers should never be used to store or haul any other material. All Fleetrite DEF equipment is certified and meets the highest standards in the industry.
What is the shelf life of Fleetrite DEF?
DEF has a shelf life of three years, if kept out of direct sunlight. The product should be stored in a cool, dry environment with the average temperature not exceeding 75 degrees Fahrenheit. DEF’s integrity is not in jeopardy if the product gels or freezes due to cold weather. DEF expands by approximately 7% when frozen.
Nashville parts counter
615-829-7860
Murfreesboro parts counter
615-427-4600
Lebanon parts counter
615-994-3115
