The state of liquid hydrocarbons in gas separation
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In gas separation units, the liquid hydrocarbons have their temperature increased to 40–50 degrees before entering the depropanization tower; it is unclear whether these liquid hydrocarbons are in a liquid state or a gas state at this temperature Or both gas and liquid? Everyone is encouraged to participate actively
I’m not sure which liquid hydrocarbons the original poster is referring to However, propane is usually in a gaseous state; its saturated vapor pressure is 53.32 kPa at -55.6°C, and its boiling point is -42.1°C. The poster mentioned that when the temperature reaches 40–50 degrees, propane remains in a gaseous state. Most liquid hydrocarbons become gaseous at a temperature of 50°C when the pressure is not very high.
What I encounter are usually saturated liquid feeds.