RTD PANEL COKER TEST TECHNIQUE AND APPARATUS (TR CONFIGURATION).
Abstract
The model C Panel Coker has exhibited operating problems and inadequate environmental control for many years. Consequently, redesign was performed on many components of the apparatus, such as the spinner shaft and lubricant level control, to eliminate irregularities in oil control and contamination. Additional environmental controls, such as air volume and temperature control, have been added to overcome possible daily fluctuations of the test results. Portions of the test procedure were also studied to determine if test results could be improved. When applicable, changes and modifications were evaluated by comparing the test repeatability to the repeatability of previous testing. In the case of the repeatability comparisons after a change in the splash rating portion of the test procedure, the repeatability improved. However, after the air heater was redesigned, the repeatability deteriorated. It was felt that this poorer repeatability was not caused by the new heater design but may be attributed to other less apparent problems. Also, the new heater eliminated an area of possible contamination. Overall analyses of the recent test results show an improvement over the performance of the Model C Panel Coker but additional work must be performed to make the panel coker a more repeatable test tool. Included are modification drawings that show conversion from the Model C to the present RTD Panel Coker TR configuration and its associated test procedure. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1967
- Accession Number
- AD0824164
Entities
People
- Richard C. Entwistle
Organizations
- University of Dayton