If you work in oil and gas production, you're probably familiar with Kimray's industry-standardBack PressureandPressure Reducing Regulators.
In this video, Jeff shows you a few pressure regulators you may not know about:
- Differential Pressure Regulator
- Pressure Reducing Balanced (PRB) Regulator
- Liquid Back Pressure Regulator
- Back Pressure Vacuum Regulator
Differential Pressure Regulator
Common Applications: Meter Run, Gas Lift
TheDifferential Pressure Regulatorregulates the pressure across your meter run. This regulator maintains a set differential pressure across the valve seat so the flow is consistent and metered appropriately.
It can also be used to control the injection flow rate in a gas lift application.
Pressure Reducing Balanced (PRB) Regulator
Common Application: Compressor Suction Control
ThePressure Reducing Balanced (or PRB) Regulatoris the ideal valve for suction control on your compressor.
This regulator consistently controls a set point downstream even if there are large swings in upstream pressure. It features a 100:1 set point drift ratio versus the 8:1 of the standard version.
Liquid Back Pressure Regulator
Common Application: Holding Back Pressure on a Vessel
OurLiquid Back Pressure Regulatoris used in applications where wet supply gas is an issue.
This regulator holds back pressure by using an outside source of gas, like an air compressor, so the wet gas does not disrupt the valve's function.
You can also convert your back pressure valve to a liquid back pressure regulator by changing out a few parts. Just make sure your elastomers are compatible with the fluids in your gas.
Back Pressure Vacuum Regulator
Common Application: Vapor Recovery Tower
TheBack Pressure Vacuum Regulatoris an ideal valve for your Vapor Recovery Tower.
This regulator can be used to hold pressure on the tower. When the pressure reaches a set point, the back pressure vacuum regulator will open, sending the gas to a vapor recovery unit for compression.
To talk to an expert about your regulator needs,contact your local Kimray store or authorized distributor.
