Pipeline sampling
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Application Summary
Application
Pipeline Sampling
Description
Removing samples from gasoline and oil pipelines for content analysis for safety and preview of crude prior to processing
How It’s Used
Extracting pipeline content through a bypass loop for sample isolation
Key Feature
High system pressures and abrasion resistance
End Equipment
Pipeline Sampling Equipment
Pump Function
Circulation
Fluids
Gasoline and oil
Flow Rate
11 to 19 L/min (180 to 300 USG/hr)
Differential Pressure
<1500 psi (<103 bar)
Applications Overview
Pipeline sampling enables monitoring of pipeline flow content for safety reasons as well as previewing crude oil content prior to arrival at the processing plant.
The sampled fluids are usually either oil or gasoline, at ambient temperature. Pipeline pressures can be as high as 1500 psi (103 bar). Pump differential pressure is low, and flow rate must be accurate to achieve proper sampling.
Gear pump extracts samples from a pipeline for automatic analysis.
PUMPING REQUIREMENTS
MICROPUMP SOLUTIONS
FLOW RATE: 11 to 19 L/min (180 to 300 USG/hr)
We have variable speed pumps with flows from 1.74 to 26.6L/min (27.6 to 421 USG/hr)
MAX SYSTEM PRESSURE: 1500 psi (103 bar)
Our pumps operate up to 1500 psi (103 bar) max system pressure
ABRASION RESISTANCE FOR GRITTY CRUDE OILS
Our construction materials maintain long life in abrasive environments
CONTROLLED, PULSELESS FLOW
We offer positive displacement gear pumps for precise, pulseless flow for sample extraction
LEAK-FREE OPERATION
Our magnetic drives eliminate dynamic shaft seals, keeping the oil and gas securely inside the pump and potential contaminants out
MAINTAINABILITY
We offer Service Kits for easy field serviceability
Performance Summary
This chart indicates optimal operating ranges for recommended products.
Micropump Products Optimized for this Application
Micropump Series GDR is primarily used as a sampling pump. With A10 steel gears the GDR Series should be used to increase pump life when sampling gritty crude oil.
The Micropump Advantage
The unparalleled quality, performance record, reliability and long operating life of Micropump pumps and our extensive engineering expertise make Micropump a vital partner in this demanding market.
Headquarters
Micropump Inc.
1402 NE 136th Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98684-0818 USA