Three separators in the combined station
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I have a question: what level is appropriate for the water level in the three separators within the unit? What are the problems if it’s too high or too low? Also, what level should the oil level be kept at? What are the effects of it being too high or too low? Also, it seems that the oil level can’t be controlled, while the water level can be controlled. Could someone please explain this? Thank you in advance
If the liquid level is high, water will flow along with the crude oil; if it’s too low, the crude oil will flow through the water. The level should be kept around 40-50% water content. If that isn’t sufficient, an interfacial gauge and control valves can be used for adjustment. The pressure of the three-phase separator needs to be well controlled; otherwise, it is difficult to control the liquid level as well.
Well, I get it. At first I didn’t know what would happen; there was too much water in the system, but now everything is fine