API 87 : 2007
API 87 : 2007
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE FOR FIELD ANALYSIS OF CRUDE OIL SAMPLES CONTAINING FROM TWO TO FIFTY PERCENT WATER BY VOLUME
American Petroleum Institute
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE FOR FIELD ANALYSIS OF CRUDE OIL SAMPLES CONTAINING FROM TWO TO FIFTY PERCENT WATER BY VOLUME
American Petroleum Institute
Introduction
1 Scope
2 References
2.1 Normative
2.2 Informative
3 Terms and Definitions
4 Symbols and Abbreviated Terms
4.1 Symbols and Nomenclature
4.2 Abbreviated Terms
5 Sampling and Stream Mixing
5.1 Automatic Sampler and Stream Mixing Recommendations
5.2 Sample Acquisition
6 Sample Handling and Mixing
6.1 Sample Handling
6.2 Laboratory Sample Mixing Procedure
7 Test Apparatus Measurement Integrity
7.1 Glassware Verification Requirements
7.2 Test Equipment Verification Procedure
8 Analytical Methods
8.1 Overview of Methods Considered
8.2 Centrifuge Method
8.3 Graduated Cylinder Method
8.4 Reduced Volume Distillation Method (Laboratory Referee
Method)
Annex A - Laboratory Testing Results
Annex B - Prior NEL Testing
Gives the user with recommended 'field' methods of sampling, sample handling and analysis for high water content streams up to 50% water on a volumetric basis.
Document Type | Standard |
Status | Current |
Publisher | American Petroleum Institute |
ProductNote | Reconfirmed 2007 |