TYPES OF SEPARATORS
Separators are usually characterized by orientation as vertical or horizontal. They may be further classified as two-phase (gas-liquid) or three-phase (gas-liquid-liquid). Horizontal separators can be single- or double-barrel and can be equipped with sumps or boots.Vertical Separators
Vertical separators are usually selected when the gas-liquid ratio is high or total gas volumes are low.In a vertical separator, the fluids enter the vessel through an inlet device whose primary objectives are to achieve efficient bulk separation of liquid from the gas and to improve flow distribution of both phases through the separator. Liquid removed by the inlet device is directed to the bottom of the vessel.
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