KX-EB-Line
EMULSION BREAKER/DEMULSIFIER
PRODUCT INFORMATION AND TECHNICAL DATA
Description:
KX-EB-Line EB is specifically formulated to destabilize both, oil-in-water and water-inoil
type emulsions when used in low treatment dosages of 50-100 PPM with minimal
contact time.
Features:
- Minimal Contact time.
- Can be adjusted to match specific emulsion requirements of the client's sample oil.
- Compatible with all K-line products including asphaltene and paraffin dispersants.
Benefits:
- Water is separated from oil.
Mechanisms for Action:
Surfactants from chemical treatment and natural surfactants present in crude oil, usually
soluble in oil and water, tend to form an emulsion which is stabilized by metallic fines
present in oil sediments. Our products convert an emulsion into oil & water phases due to
reduction in interfacial tension and coalescence of the aqueous phase.
Application:
Demulsifiers are generally used in concert with sludge liquefiers and mobilizer
chemicals. Treatment chemicals are pumped in under pressure to enhance wetting and
penetration via multiple entry nozzles to facilitate processing. Products are quite
effective and a suitable choice for use with crude emulsions, waste water treatments,
clogged sewer lines, crude oil spills and tank cleaning.
The application of steam heat up to 150-200o F will activate and speed up demulsification
thereby, reducing the BS &W (bottom sediment and water) level of crude.
Properties:
Properties will vary depending on the specific emulsion breaker that is prepared. One
product KX-404-EB properties are listed below:
| Appearance: |
Light Amber Liquid |
| Odor: |
Mild Terpene |
| Density: |
7.60#/Gal. |
| Sp.Gravity: |
0.91 |
| Viscosity: |
10 cps @ 25OC |
| Flash Pt.: |
157°F |
| Freeze pt: |
-20°F |
| Oil Solubility: |
Complete |
| Water Solubility: |
Insoluble |
| Active: |
100% |
| % Volatile |
90 |