Rocking Cell RC5
Testing kinetic gas hydrate inhibitors and corrosion inhibitors
The Rocking Cell RC5 is the automated laboratory device for testing kinetic gas hydrate inhibitors and corrosion inhibitors. With 5 stainless steel test cells and individually adjustable pressures up to 200 bar, it is the ideal entry-level device for medium sample throughput. The compact device requires only a small footprint.
All important features of RC5
- Strong mixing simulates pipeline conditions
- Longtime experiments up to 30 days
- Variable test conditions
- Compact and automated with PC
- Easy filling and cleaning
Application Areas of Rocking Cell RC5
Investigation of kinetic hydrate inhibitors (KHI)
Testing the influence of corrosion inhibitors (KI)
Determine hydrate equilibrium temperature (HET)
Developing gas hydrate inhibitors
Optimize inhibitor concentration
Quality control
Measuring test with Rocking Cell RC5
For testing the test chambers are filled with a sample fluid (water or other) and a certain amount of inhibitor. The test chambers are cooled down to a given test temperature. Subsequently, the central gas supply is used, to fill each chamber to the individually required pressure of up to 200 bar (2,900 psi).
The 5 test chambers are mounted on a movable axis in a closed cooling bath with cooling liquid. Only this axis is tilted during the test. This offers the advantage, that only the test chambers are moved but not the cooling bath itself.
IN USE WORLDWIDE
Used by Leading Labs
Rocking Cell RC5 trial phases
AÂ typical experiment is executed in three steps:
- Flowing conditions: The test chambers are see-sawed with an adjustable rocking rate and rocking angle. Meanwhile, they are brought to a given temperature, either directly or via temperature ramp.
- Shut-in: The test chambers are kept in a given position (adjustable up to 45° angle). The sample is cooled or heated to a given temperature.
- Restart flowing conditions: The test chambers are tilted again with an adjustable rocking rate and rocking angle and cooled or heated, respectively, to a given temperature.
During a test run, temperature and pressure values are recorded. You can monitor the hydrate formation by the pressure changes that result from forming and dissociation of gas hydrates.
Software WinRC
The PSL WinRC software enables convenient test execution and data recording.
Furthermore, automatic test sequences can be realized via variably adjustable test conditions.
The following test conditions can be set:
- Test temperature
- Tilting movements per minute (rocking rate)
- Degree of inclination of the test cells (rocking angle)
- Duration of the test times
- Duration of the rest phase
- Position of the test chamber in the resting phase
Long-term tests up to 30 days and longer can be carried out.
Online Demo with Rocking Cell RC5
During the product demonstration, you will gain many insights into how it works. You can follow the measuring process live and then discuss your questions with our experts.
The most important facts at a glance
| Test cells | 5 |
| Material test cell | stainless steel |
| Pressure Range | 0 .. 200 bar (0 .. 2,900 psi) |
| Temperature range |
-5 .. +40 °C (+23.. +104 °F) -10 .. +60 °C (+14 .. +140 °F) - optionally |
| Sour gas resistance | opionally |
Rocking Cell RC5 data sheet
In the product data sheet you will find the exact specification as well as many data and options to help you decide on the Rocking Cell RC5.
WHY PSL?
We set new laboratory standards with our instruments
PSL stands for reliability, quality and innovation. We are proud that the Big Five in the industry are among our satisfied customers.
We have been developing, manufacturing and selling innovative laboratory instruments specifically for Flow Assurance for 25 years, setting new standards in the laboratory for professionals. We have been awarded innovation prizes for this. Our export quota of 90 % earned us the Export Oscar of Northern Germany.
We have been developing, manufacturing and selling innovative laboratory instruments specifically for Flow Assurance for 25 years, setting new standards in the laboratory for professionals. We have been awarded innovation prizes for this. Our export quota of 90 % earned us the Export Oscar of Northern Germany.
WHAT WILL BE YOUR BENEFIT?
Reliable, high-quality instruments for your success
SAVE TIME IN EVERYDAY LAB WORK
with automated test cycles, cleaning procedures and easy-to-clean parts.
EASY TO USE
with a user-friendly, high-quality design for simple, correct and safe handling.
LONG LIFETIME MADE IN GERMANY
thanks to the sophisticated and robust design as well as the high-quality materials and manufacturing.
TRUSTED SERVICE - WORLDWIDE
with our online support, maintenance contracts and on-site service. We guarantee 20 years of repair service.
MEASURE LIKE INDUSTRY LEADERS
With innovative and advanced instruments, you can measure future-proof like the leading laboratories.
PLEASURE TO MEASURE
Our instruments make work a pleasure. They were developed together with the users.
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