Desalter Unit

Crude-oil Desalter Unit pressure vessel and transformer

Desalter Unit
Efficient and Safe

This system is key in crude oil treatment, combining a pressure vessel, explosion-proof transformer, and electrodes for stable operation.

Using a high-voltage field with demulsifiers, it removes salt and water, ensuring safe and economical refining.

  • Pressure vessel
  • Explosion-proof transformer
  • Evenly placed electrodes
  • Demulsifier action

Desalter Unit
Electrical Parameters

The system is designed with focus on electrode field stability and adaptability, ensuring reliable operation under varying crude oil conductivity and water content.

Key metrics include voltage, field strength, and power capacity, providing continuous and dependable drive for the desalting and dehydration process.

  • Operating voltage: 12–25 kV AC/DC
  • Electrode field strength: up to 2.0 kV/cm
  • System capacity: 25–250 kVA (customizable)
  • Operating frequency: 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Desalter Unit electrodes and high-voltage connections

Desalter Unit Structure

The system is designed for efficiency and stability, delivering reliable power across different crude oil processing scales and long operating cycles.

It offers strong load adaptability and durability, ensuring long-term performance in varied conditions while meeting industry standards.

  • Power capacity: 25–250 kVA (higher on request)
  • Load capacity: supports long-cycle full load
  • Ambient temperature: -40 °C to +55 °C
  • Structure: complies with API / ASME and explosion-proof codes