Open AccessConceptual features of improving the flow-through parts of gas separators of submersible electric pumps systems f for the production of formation fluid in order to improve the separating properties, energy efficiency and reliability
Author(s) -
A.V. Trulev,
S.F. Timushev,
V.O. Lomakin
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
iop conference series. materials science and engineering
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1757-899X
pISSN - 1757-8981
DOI - 10.1088/1757-899x/779/1/012036
Subject(s) - separator (oil production) , mechanical engineering , flow (mathematics) , process engineering , abrasive , materials science , mechanics , petroleum engineering , engineering , thermodynamics , physics
This article analyzes the design of the power part of gas separators of various manufacturers, reveals the causes of backflows, which can lead to hydro-abrasive wear of the elements of the flow-through part, reduction of the separation properties as a result of the gas-liquid mixture flow dispersion, and decrease of pressure gradient in the separation chamber. A mathematical model was selected, hydrodynamic calculations of design options and upgrading were carried out, and animproved flow part of the separator was developed. Bench tests were conducted to confirm the improved parameter of the product.