Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11

Yes, the Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11 fully complies with ASTM D3230 – Standard Test Method for Salts in Crude Oil (Electrometric Method). This method is widely recognized in the petroleum industry for accurately determining the salt content in crude oil samples. Compliance ensures that the instrument delivers globally accepted, reliable, and repeatable results, making it suitable for refineries, oil terminals, and testing laboratories. By meeting ASTM D3230, it helps to reduce corrosion risks in pipelines and equipment, supports process optimization, and ensures that crude oil quality meets international trade and regulatory requirements. The combination of accuracy, automation, and compliance makes it a trusted tool for crude oil testing.

Labtron's Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11 uses a centrifuge and thermostatic water bath to break emulsions and separate water and particles in thick or emulsified samples. This process makes the sample easier to test and improves measurement accuracy. The built-in stirrer ensures proper mixing before titration. For very thick samples like bitumen, additional heating or dilution may be needed. The system is built to handle heavy crude oil testing regularly and reliably.

The Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11 uses a thermostatic water bath to heat the crude oil sample and help separate the water and oil layers more effectively. This process breaks down emulsions, making the water layer clearer for accurate salt measurement. A clean separation leads to more precise and consistent test results. It is especially helpful when analyzing thick or contaminated crude oil. Including this bath simplifies sample preparation and improves overall testing accuracy.

Our Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11 is semi-automatic. The titration and reading steps are automatic, but users still handle some sample prep like heating and spinning. This setup gives labs control over how samples are handled while letting the machine do the critical measuring. It’s a good fit for labs that need reliable results but still want hands-on control for sample prep.

Labtron’s Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11 uses coulometric titration, which creates titrant (silver ions) during the test, so you don’t need to mix or measure it beforehand. This method is more exact and works better for small amounts of salt. It also saves on chemical use and doesn’t rely on the user’s skill as much. The process is more stable and repeatable, making it better for routine testing.

The Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11 is easier to use than potentiometric titration and needs less upkeep. XRF is faster and doesn’t damage the sample, but it costs more and might not detect very low salt levels. It is a good mix of speed, cost, and accuracy. It’s best for labs that need regular, reliable salt checks without high setup or running costs.

Our Automatic Crude Oil Salt Content Analyzer LCOS-A11 may show unsteady results if the titration cell or electrodes are dirty or not properly seated. Make sure the reagents are fresh and filled to the correct level, and confirm that the sample was properly centrifuged and heated. Errors can also occur due to air bubbles or incorrect sample weight ensure it is within 1g ±0.2g. Restarting the analyzer or performing a recalibration can often fix the issue. If problems continue, contact our support team is for further help.