https://doi.org/10.15255/KUI.2015.002
Published: Kem. Ind. 65 (3-4) (2016) 161−174
Paper reference number: KUI-02/2015
Paper type: Professional paper
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Gravity Vapour/Liquid Separators. Part I.

E. Beer

Abstract

Gravity separators, gas/liquid or gas/liquid/liquid, are common units in gas/oil exploitation and processing, petrochemical, and chemical industries. Due to their simplicity, it is often concluded that they are simple to design. Such an approach can cause serious problems in operation, especially if the separators are in the sensitive part of the process. Wrong sizing of compressor KO drum can cause serious problems or even damage to the compressor cylinder. This four-part series presents the theoretical background and experience-based data for proper sizing and choice of the most convenient gravity type separator. The first part presents the theoretical basis, type of internals, feed distributors, mist eliminators, types of separators and their advantages and drawbacks regarding the purposes in the process they are part of.

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Keywords

gravity separator, gas/liquid separator, gas/liquid/liquid separator, feed distributors, demisters