Desalting of Crude Oil in Surface Facilities for Oil and Gas Handling - Part 1

Learn about the crucial process of desalting crude oil in this comprehensive oil and gas industry lecture that explores separation techniques using vertical, horizontal, and spherical separators alongside emulsion treaters with chemical and electrical methods. Master the concept of PTB (pounds of salt per 1000 barrels of oil) measurement, understand its significance in salt content evaluation, and work through practical examples using charts and formulas for PTB calculations. Part of NPTEL's 'Surface Facilities for Oil & Gas Handling' course, this certification-eligible lecture aligns with UGC and AICTE guidelines for course credits in Indian Universities.