Abstract:
Provided is a bimetallic tube for transport of hydrocarbon feedstocks in refinery process furnaces, and more particularly in furnace radiant coils, including: i) an outer tube layer being formed from stainless steels including chromium in the range of 15.0 to 26.0 wt.% based on the total weight of the stainless steel; ii) an inner tube layer being formed from an alumina forming bulk alloy including 5.0 to 10.0 wt.% of AL 20.0 wt.% to 25.0 wt.% Cr, less than 0.4 wt.% Si, and at least 35.0 wt.% Fe with the balance being Ni, wherein the inner tube layer is formed plasma powder welding the alumina forming bulk alloy on the inner surface of the outer tube layer; and iii) an oxide layer formed on the surface of the inner tube layer, wherein the oxide layer is substantially comprised of alumina, chromia, silica, mullite, spinels, or mixtures thereof. Also provided are methods of making and using the bimetallic tube.
Abstract:
The present invention is a mechanical oscillator metal loss sensor for use in a corrosive or erosive environment. The elements include a means for mechanical excitation, and a mechanical oscillator with two regions that corrode differently, where the regions are determined to affect specific influences on the resonance parameters, wherein said mechanical oscillator has a resonant frequency, f, and a quality factor, Q. In a preferred embodiment, the mechanical oscillator has the shape of a tuning fork.
Abstract:
A method for inhibiting corrosion under insulation (CUl) on the exterior of a structure, e.g., pipelines, piping, vessels and tanks, is provided. The method involves providing a stnicture that is at least partially formed from a corrosion resistant carbon steel (CRCS) composition. The CRCS composition includes corrosion resistance alloying additions in the amount of 0.1 weight percent to 9 weight percent. At least one alloying addition has a low free energy of formation for its oxide and/or hydroxide, e.g., vanadium and/or titanium. A corrosion inhibited structure that includes a structure at least partially formed from a corrosion resistant carbon steel (CRCS) composition, and insulation positioned around at least a portion of the structure.
Abstract:
Provided is a bimetallic tube for transport of hydrocarbon feedstocks in refinery process furnaces, and more particularly in furnace radiant coils, including: i) an outer tube layer being formed from carbon steels or low chromium steels comprising less than 15.0 wt.% Cr based on the total weight of the steel; ii) an inner tube layer being formed from- an alumina forming bulk alloy including 5.0 to 10.0 wt.% of Al, 20.0 wt.% to 25.0 wt.% Cr, less than 0.4 wt.% Si, and at least 35.0 wt.% Fe with the balance being Ni, wherein the inner tube layer is formed plasma powder welding the alumina forming bulk alloy on the inner surface of the outer tube layer; and iii) an oxide layer formed on the surface of the inner tube layer.
Abstract:
Provided is a bimetallic tube for transport of hydrocarbon feedstocks in a petrochemical process unit and/or refinery process unit, Including: i) an outer tube layer being formed from a steam- cracker alloy including at least 18.0 wt.% Cr and at least 10.0 wt.% Ni; ii) an inner tube layer being formed from an alumina forming bulk alloy including 5.0 to 10.0 wt.% of Al, 18.0 wt.% to 25.0 wt.% Cr, less than 0.5 wt.% Si, and at least 35.0 wt.% Fe with the balance being Ni, wherein the inner tube layer is formed plasma powder welding the alumina forming bulk alloy on the inner surface of the outer tube layer; and iii) an oxide layer formed on the surface of the inner tube layer.
Abstract:
This invention relates to the reduction of sulfidation or sulfidic corrosion and the reduction of depositional fouling in general and in particular the reduction of sulifidation/sulfidic corrosion and the reduction of depositional fouling in heat transfer components, which include but are not limited to heat exchangers, furnaces and furnace tubes located in refining facilities and petrochemical processing facilities and other components used for transporting or conveying process streams, which may be prone to fouling. In particular, the present invention relates to the reduction of corrosion and fouling associated with process streams. The present invention is directed to a method of reducing fouling in a heat transfer component, which combines the use of a corrosion resistant material having the desired surface roughness with the application of vibration, pulsation and internal turbulence promoters.
Abstract:
The present invention describes the connecting of a corrodible material (100, 105) with a non-corrodible material (110, 115) by electron beam welding so that the corrodible (100, 105) material is not affected by non-corrodible material (110, 115) during the welding process. Employing an electron beam welding process not only minimizes unintended alloying of the corrodible element (100, 105) but also minimizes the width of the weld heat affected and fusion zones. This fabrication method is necessary to ensure that the corrodible element (100, 105) faithfully replicates the wastage of the subject metal.
Abstract:
The present invention is a mechanical oscillator for detection and measurement of corrosive or foreign materials. The elements include a means for mechanical excitation, and a mechanical oscillator, wherein said mechanical oscillator has a resonant frequency, f, and a quality factor, Q. A fuse fixed to the oscillator to change oscillator amplitude to or from essentially zero to resonance amplitude. In a preferred embodiment, the mechanical oscillator has the shape of a tuning fork where one region is compatible with the service fluid and the other region is incompatible with the service fluid or other contaminant. The sensor alarms when a measured amount of the incompatible material has been removed or the physical strength of the material has been compromised.
Abstract:
Provided is a bimetallic tube for transport of hydrocarbon feedstocks in refinery process furnaces, and more particularly in furnace radiant coils, including: i) an outer tube layer being formed from stainless steels including chromium in the range of 15.0 to 26.0 wt.% based on the total weight of the stainless steel; ii) an inner tube layer being formed from an alumina forming bulk alloy including 5.0 to 10.0 wt.% of Al, 20.0 wt.% to 25.0 wt.% Cr, less than 0.4 wt.% Si, and at least 35.0 wt.% Fe with the balance being Ni, wherein the inner tube layer is formed plasma powder welding the alumina forming bulk alloy on the inner surface of the outer tube layer; and iii) an oxide layer formed on the surface of the inner tube layer, wherein the oxide layer is substantially comprised of alumina, chromia, silica, mullite, spinels, or mixtures thereof. Also provided are methods of making and using the bimetallic tube.
Abstract:
The present invention is a tuning fork oscillator for detection and measurement of corrosive or foreign materials. The elements include a means for mechanical excitation, and a mechanical oscillator, wherein said mechanical oscillator has a resonant frequency, f, and a quality factor, Q. A fuse fixed to the oscillator to change oscillator amplitude to or from essentially zero to resonance amplitude. In a preferred embodiment, the tuning fork has one region compatible with the service fluid and the other region is incompatible with the service fluid or other contaminant. The sensor alarms when a measured amount of the incompatible material has been removed or deposited.