PE-1000 petroleum Hg analyser
Fully automated petro-pyrolysis for direct measurement of mercury in crude oil, condensate and naphtha, protecting refinery catalysts and personnel.
- Mercury analysis
- Refining and petrochemicals
Applications
- Hg in crude oil during shipping and delivery
- Condensate and naphtha in the refinery feed stream
- LPG and natural gas condensates
- Monitoring of Hg traps and catalyst protection
- QA spec according to ASTM D7623 / UOP 938
Specifications
| Measuring principle | Petro-pyrolysis, gold amalgamation, AAS |
|---|---|
| Detection limit | 0.01 µg/kg in petroleum matrix |
| Measuring range | 0.01 – 1000 µg/kg |
| Sample types | Crude oil, condensate, naphtha, LPG, natural gas condensate |
| Sample volume | Up to 1 g |
| Measuring time | ~10 minutes per sample |
| Standard | ASTM D7623, UOP 938, EN 16826 |
| Safety | Inert pretreatment, automated gas handling |
Description
The PE-1000 is NIC's petro-specific solution for direct analysis of mercury in crude oil and liquid petroleum products. The sample is pyrolysed in a controlled two-stage flow where volatile components are removed before total mercury is amalgamated and measured. This technique eliminates the risk of Hg losses during acid treatment.
The results are used by refineries, gas plants, and production companies to protect catalysts (Hg-trap monitoring), comply with ASTM D7623, and ensure occupational safety according to OSHA/EU directives.
Documents & datasheets
Service & support
The PE-1000 petroleum Hg analyzer is an instrument we service daily. Our NIC technicians handle commissioning, calibration and spare parts with documented traceability.
- Annual planned service with documented protocol.
- Original parts and consumables from the manufacturer, stocked in the Nordics.
- Fast troubleshooting from our own technicians in the Nordics.
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