A separator is a vessel where hydrocarbon fluids are allowed to separate into a gas phase and a liquid phase. 2-phase separators may be horizontal or vertical. Crude hydrocarbons can contain paraffins and other sticky materials. Density of the material can vary with supply. Pressure and temperature will vary widely depending on fluid source and its location in the process. Depending on well pad geology, some crude hydrocarbons also contain sand and sediment. Over time this can build up in the base of the separator to reduce capacity. Extreme build up may lead to blocked inlets or sediment being drawn down lines and into pumps.
The Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitter is ideal for challenging measurements on liquids, slurries, and solids, offering state of the art reliability and safety features in level and interface applications. Rosemount 5300 offers several advantages such as easy installation, no need for calibration, and is unaffected by process conditions. Also, it is SIL 2 certified making it your first choice for safety applications. It has a robust construction and features powerful built-in diagnostics allowing you to focus on the essential part - your plant.