The mechanism of refinery corrosion by sour water condensates
Abstract
Sour water condensates are aqueous condensates which contain different concentrations of aggressive compounds such as HCl, H2S, CO2, NH3, cyanides, etc. These condensates which can be fairly corrosive are encountered in a variety of refinery processes ranging from atmospheric distillation units to hydrodesulphurisers and sour water strippers. This paper deals with the mechanism of corrosion by these condensates and the factors influencing corrosion in several typical refinery units. In addition, methods for corrosion prevention and control are also discussed.
Citation
Foroulis, Z.A. (1982), "The mechanism of refinery corrosion by sour water condensates", Anti-Corrosion Methods and Materials, Vol. 29 No. 3, pp. 4-14. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb007188
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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