With the development of the petroleum industry, the problem of bubbles generated during oil extraction has become increasingly prominent. The presence of bubbles will reduce oil collection efficiency, increase energy consumption, and cause damage to equipment. In order to solve this problem, petroleum defoamer came into being and are widely used in the oil industry. They can reduce surface tension on the surface of the liquid, improve the fluidity of the liquid, and thus reduce the generation of bubbles. Mainly used in the following aspects:
1. Petroleum defoamer are widely used in the process of oil extraction
In oil wells, underground pressure will cause a large amount of gas to dissolve in the oil to form bubbles. These bubbles will hinder the flow of oil and cause a decrease in oil well production. By adding defoamers, these bubbles can be quickly broken, making the oil flow smoother and improving oil extraction efficiency.
2. The application of petroleum defoamer in oil and gas pipelines is also very important
During long-distance transportation, bubbles in oil and gas will adhere to the pipeline wall, forming bubble blockage. This will not only lead to energy waste, but also increase pipeline maintenance costs. The addition of defoamers can effectively prevent the formation of bubbles, reduce the risk of pipeline blockage, and ensure the normal transportation of oil and gas.
3. Petroleum defoamer also play an important role in the refining process
During the refining process, impurities and gases in the petroleum will form a large number of bubbles, affecting the stability and efficiency of the refining operation. By adding an appropriate amount of defoamer, these bubbles can be broken, improving the stability of the refining process and product quality.
4. Petroleum defoamer also play an important role in petrochemical production
In the petrochemical process, many reactions produce gas, forming bubble problems. Defoamers can help reduce the generation of bubbles, improve reaction efficiency and product quality, and reduce equipment maintenance and cleaning costs.It should be noted that the selection and use of defoamers should be reasonably adjusted according to specific circumstances. Different oil extraction methods, pipeline materials and refining processes all require targeted selection of appropriate defoamers. In addition, the amount of defoamer added also needs to be strictly controlled, and excessive use may cause pollution and harm to the environment.
In summary, the application of defoamers in the petroleum industry cannot be ignored. They have helped the petroleum industry solve the bubble problem, improved production efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and reduced equipment maintenance costs, making a great contribution to the sustainable development of the petroleum industry.
