Low-cost vacuum deaerator cuts corrosion in injection systems

Journal Article · Thu Jun 01 04:00:00 EDT 1967 · World Oil; (United States)

OSTI ID:6322997

Adams, G H

A simple, economical, maintenance-free vacuum deaeration system that effectively removes oxygen from injection waters is being used to minimize corrosion on an Oklahoma waterflood, the NW. Witcher Unit, located in the city limits of Oklahoma City. The unit is currently reducing oxygen content of 26,000 bpd of injection water from 9 to 0.5 ppM at an operating cost of $2.40 per day. Total required investment for system equipment was $9,300. This article describes the vacuum deaerator, explains how it works and cites field experience with it. Economics of operation also are included.

• Research Organization: Pan American Petr Corp
• OSTI ID: 6322997
• Journal Information: World Oil; (United States), Journal Name: World Oil; (United States) Vol. 164:7; ISSN WOOIA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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