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CONTRACTOR Status/Remarks
No. Document No. Rev. Section Page EIL Comments SLB Response EIL Response
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Vendor to streamline data across all the various documents (EIL MR P&ID, vendor
P&ID, control narrative, vendor datasheet etc). Presently, various mismatches have
been observed in the relevant documents due to which review is taking a
considerable amount of time. For instance,
1) Mismatch in operating pressure values in control narrative and salt Noted and updated.
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balance.
2) Mismatch in value for timer of mud wash. etc.
Document has been cleared in code-2 subject to compliance and

incorporation of the attached comments.
Client to note that, SLB supplies the 2 stage Bilectric

Desalter package. In this document the number of
Instruments and Control valves are provided each
MTD Refer section 1.2: For better understanding, we recommend providing tag nos. of
2 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - stage of Bilectric desalter, if we provide the instrument
Comments instruments and control valves under vendor’s scope.
tag nos for the single stage will get confused. Hence
Client to refer the P&IDs for Instrument and Control
Valves tag numbers.
MTD PSVs 1502/1503/1504 and PSVs 1602/1603/1604 to be included in the scope of

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Comments supply by vendor.
Refer 2.2.4: “………..operating pressure shall always be above the crude oil vapour
MTD
4 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - pressure BY atleast 2.07bar.” Noted and updated.
Comments
Vendor to update the clause as marked in Bold for better understanding.
MTD
5 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - Refer 2.2.4: Vendor to update degasser vessel as desalter vessel. Noted and updated.
Comments
Refer 3.1: In line with vendor P&ID, we understand that the input voltage shall be Noted and updated.
MTD
6 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - 3 phase, however, the same has been specified as 1 phase. Same shall be update in Utility Consumption List in
Comments
Vendor to update the input stage as 3 phase next rev.
MTD Refer 4.2.2: HS-1507 has not been indicated in P&ID. Vendor to review and update Client to note that, Selector Switch HS-1507 is already
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Comments accordingly. been indicated in P&ID.
Refer 4.2.2: We understand that LIC-1501 as marked in the snapshot shall be LIC-
1601 for 2nd stage desalter
MTD
8 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - Noted and updated.
Comments
Vendor to review and update.
MTD
9 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - Refer 4.2.2: Vendor to mark the high-high and low-low trips in P&ID. Noted and update in next revision of P&ID.
Comments
Refer 4.2.2: We understand that the circled data marked in snapshot below shall be
updated as Low
MTD
Comments
MTD Refer 4.2.2: Vendor to provide tentative setpoint alarm values for AGAR-emulsion
Comments and solids probe.
Reer 4.3.1: We understand that the circled data marked in snapshot below shall be
updated as ‘B’ for second stage desalter..
MTD
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Comments

Refer 4.4: Vendor to update the temperature transmitter for second stage desalter
as TT-1602
MTD As per Client comments in P&ID, the temperature
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Comments transmitter tag number has been revised to TT-1601.
Vendor to review and update accordingly.

Client to note that, Salt balance is already been
updated with 19.5 kg/cm2g and 17.5 kg/cm2g for 1st
Refer 4.5.1: the operating pressure for 1st stage and 2nd stage desalter specified
MTD stage and 2nd stage desalter and Desalter datasheet
14 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 as 19.5 and 17.5 is not in line with desalter datasheet and salt balance data.
Comments operating pressure is updated with 21 kg/cm2g with
Vendor to review and update the relevant document note. (Note - Op.Pressure at the inlet of 1st stage
desalter mixing valve)
MTD Refer 4.5.2: the high, low alarms have not been marked in P&ID.
15 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 Noted and updated in REV 3 of P&ID
Comments Vendor may like to review and update the relevant documents
Refer 4.5.2: Vendor to note that as per process design calculation report point 10, Client to note that, as per process design calculation
MTD process design is considered for a 5-20psi pressure drop provision across mixing report 5-20 psi pressure drop across the mixing valve is
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Comments valve. However, DP set point has been specified as 0.5-0.9 kg/cm2g. design. When it comes to operating DP set point is 0.5 -
Vendor may like to review and update the relevant documents 0.9 kg/cm2g.
Voltage and current trasmitter signals for I/O count

MTD Refer 4.6: voltage and current transmitters have not been marked in P&ID. Vendor provided in the PID, however the individual
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Comments may like to review and update. instruments can be referred in the vendor documents
for more details.
Noted and updated.

MTD Refer 4.7: We understand that the input voltage shall be 3 phase as specified in
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Comments P&ID. Vendor to update the same. (Typical)
next rev.
Refer 5.0: the operating pressure for desalter has been specified as 21kg/cm2g and
wash water pressure as per EIL datasheet is 23kg/cm2g. However, it has been
Client to check any other source of water available to
MTD specified that spray jet water should be at a pressure approximately above 3.5
19 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 match the pressure 3.5 kg/cm2g above the normal
Comments kg/cm2g above the normal operating pressure of desalter which sums to 24.5
operating pressure.
kg/cm2g.
Vendor may like to review and update accordingly.
DOCUMENT NOS.: P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001, P-AA020-01Z-PE-305-0001 & P-

AA020-01Z-PE- 380-0001
DRAWING / DOCUMENT TITLE: CONTROL NARRATIVE, PROCESS DESIGN

CALCULATION REPORT & ESD CAUSE AND EFFECT
20 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 It is M/s PETRECO’s responsibility to ensure that all the requirements as Noted
mentioned in PR are complied. This review and approval code furnished are not
to be construed as approval to any deviations to PR implied in the document,
but was not specifically requested and approved by Client/EIL. If any such
deviations are found at a later stage, the same shall be suitably rectified/
compensated by vendor without any time/ cost implication to the Purchaser.
Broad comments are as below
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a) Refer Scope of Work at Sr. No. 1.2, please ensure that Field Power
Distribution Board shall be flameproof type (Ex-d) as per PR requirements.
Wherever Field Power Distribution Board is mentioned please correct the same to a) Flameproof power distribution board is Ex-d rated
“Flameproof Field Power Distribution Board”. and as per the datasheets the name shall be followed
21 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 b) Please ensure that Flameproof Field Power Distribution Board shall as "Flameproof Power distribution Board".
comply to Cl. No. 3.2 of Instructions to vendor (B269-451-16-50-TR-6841) attached b) Noted
with PR. c) Noted
c) Local Control Panel shall be of flameproof (Ex-d) type as per PR. Please
Confirm and specify the same
a) Vendor has mentioned the rating of power unit as 150kVA at Sr. No. 1.2.
Please furnish power unit sizing calculations suitable taking care of Process & spare a) Power unit sizing is based on the PID and Process
capacity requirements. Please confirm. inputs. 150kVA power unit is designed based on
b) Refer Cl. No. 3.5 of Instructions to vendor (B269-451-16-50-TR-6841) process & spare capacity requirements. However the
attached with PR and ensure that the transformers shall be suitable for the Bielectric desalter technology is PETRECO’s Proprietary
22 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 incoming power supply system conditions (415V + 10%, 50Hz + 3%, 65 kA for 1 sec. calculations.
TPN supply) and shall be adequately rated with required spare capacity. If three b) Power unit transformers incoming power supplies
single phase transformers are provided, the loads shall be equally distributed and are 3ph, 415V+10%, 50Hz + 3 %, 65 kA for 1 sec as per
interlocks shall be provided to ensure that in the event of failure of one the reference power unit datasheet. Interlocks shall be
provided with the FPDB .
transformer, all the transformers are isolated by tripping the incomer
SFU/contactor at local Power Control Panel
Refer below screenshot its is mentioned that “8k VAC, 10k VAC, 12k VAC, 14 As per the power unit datasheet document, output
23 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 k VAC & 15k VAC”. Please clarify voltages of the power unit transformer shall be as
below snap.
a) Refer Cl. No. 3.5 of Instructions to vendor (B269-451-16-50-TR-6841)

attached with PR and ensure that interfacing requirements between Electrical
equipment of Stage-1 & Stage-2 Desalter shall be taken care by Vendor in the a) noted and communicated to fabricator.
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supplied equipments/items. b) Noted
b) Please ensure that all control and indication requirements shall be as
per approved P&ID / Electrical & Instrumentation Interface documents.
a) All cabling (including supply of cables and cable trays) between the
various equipments in the package vendor’s scope i.e. FDB / LCP, transformers and
other auxiliaries etc. required for completeness of the system is in scope of the a) Petreco submitted the cable block diagram showing
the cable scope. Power cable between the FPDB to
Vendor. Please ensure.
Power units and control cables between metering
25 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 b) All power cables in vendor’s scope shall be XLPE insulated, flame
panel and power unit shall be petreco scope.
retardant low smoke type conforming to EIL Std Spec 6-51-0051. And control b) Noted
cables shall be as per EIL Std Spec 6-51-0052. Please Confirm. c) Noted
c) Flameproof and weatherproof double compression Nickel plated brass
cable glands and lugs shall be provided by the vendor for all cables
Refer Cl. No. 3.1 of Electrical Job Specification (B269-451-16-50-SP-6841), and Confirmed. 2nos of Flameproof power distribution
note that for the Desalter, power supply shall be made available by the Owner board considered for first stage and second stage
26 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 at a single point (at the Flameproof Distribution Board). Further distribution and desalter packages. Based on TQ clarifications and
arrangement including cables etc. from FDB to the transformers shall be in meetings, 2nos main power supply (one for each stages
vendor’s scope. Please ensure of desalters) need to be provided by client.
SLB is parent company of PETRECO, hence documents

Deslater package order is placed on M/s PETRECO. Please clarify scope of SLB
27 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 would have SLB logo. All desalter scope are under M/S
mentioned in the drawings.
Petreco
Vendor shall also take care the comments already provided on utility
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consumption document
Please furnish Electrical drawings/documents as per Vendor Data Requirement Noted, will be shared during progress of the vendor
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(B269-451-16-50-VR-6841) documents.
a. Please note that EIL comments already given time-to-time on DESALTER

PACKAGE vendor documents as submitted by M/s PETRECO shall be taken
care in subject document/drawing also. It is PETRECO’s responsibility to
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ensure that all such documents are in sync. with one another.
b. Vendor to ensure that Revision number are put wherever the Vendor changes
data in the successive revision of documents
NOTE: VENDOR IS OBLIGED TO FURNISH THIS SHEET (DULY FILLED UP WITH

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RESOLUTION TO ALL EIL COMMENTS) ALONGWITH REVISED DRAWINGS.
Comments:
1. Vendor to include “one mud wash flow transmitter” in Vendor scope in control
narrative. 1. Already added in SLB scope, Client to refer section
5.1 page 20 of 22
2. Vendor to modify Section 4.2.2 Interface control section pg 12 of 22.For 2nd
Process 2. Noted and Updated
32 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 Stage HS-1507 and LIC-1501 to be checked and updated.
Comments 3. Noted
3. Vendor to check and update set point alarm table service from high to low and 4. Noted
vice versa wherever applicable. 5. Noted.
4. Vendor to clear hold of DCS alarm and set points.
5. Vendor to review and update drafting error wherever applicable.
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INDIAN OIL CORPORATION LTD,
OWNER:
PANIPAT REFINERY.
PMC:
MFR:
PETRECO INTERNATIONAL (ME) LTD
PR NO: B269-451-JX-PR-6841-1291
TITLE:
CONTROL NARRATIVE
SCALE Petreco Document Number Sheet Rev
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Code 3 : Document does not conform to basic requirements as marked. Resubmit for review
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 PURPOSE ...................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 SCOPE OF WORK.......................................................................................................... 3
1.3 ABBREVIATIONS ........................................................................................................... 4
2.0 PROCESS CONTROL ........................................................................................................ 6

2.1 CONTROL OVERVIEW .................................................................................................. 6
2.2 PROCESS VARIABLE .................................................................................................... 6
3.0 TECHNOLOGY FEATURES ............................................................................................... 8

3.1 POWER UNIT ................................................................................................................. 8
3.2 METER PANEL............................................................................................................... 9
4.0 INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL.................................................................................. 10

4.1 OVERVIEW................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 LEVEL........................................................................................................................... 11
4.3 FLOW ........................................................................................................................... 13
4.4 TEMPERATURE ........................................................................................................... 14
4.5 PRESSURE .................................................................................................................. 14
4.6 METER PANEL............................................................................................................. 16
4.7 POWER UNIT ............................................................................................................... 17
5.0 AUTOMATED MUD WASHING ........................................................................................ 19
5.1 MUD WASHING OPERATION ...................................................................................... 19
5.2 MUD WASHING SEQUENCE ....................................................................................... 20
6.0 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................. 22
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The Desalter system is installed for Panipat Refinery Capacity Expansion (P-25 Project) of IOCL,
Panipat in India.
S. No. Item No. Item Description Qty Type

1. 451-LZ-1001A 1st Stage Desalter 1 No. Bilectric®
2. 451-LZ-1001B 2nd Stage Desalter 1 No. Bilectric®
1.1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to describe the intent and functionality of the basic regulatory
controls adopted for the Two stage Bilectric® Desalter system. The information shall be used to
develop the detailed design of controls to meet this intent. Implementation of this Control Philosophy
shall be performed by the client.
1.2 SCOPE OF WORK
SLB supplies the 2 Stage Bilectric® Desalter package process design and proprietary internals for
the newly installed Bilectric® Desalter (451-LZ-1001A/B) for IOCL – Panipat Refinery Expansion
(P-25) Project.
Each Stage of Bilectric® desalter includes the following equipment:
Design & Supply Scope:
• Three (3) 150 KVA Power Units

• One (1) no. of Electrical Metering Panel
• One (1) no. of Field Power Distribution Board
• One (1) set of Crude Distributor riser arrangement.
• One (1) set of Electrode Grid Assemblies
• One (1) set of High Voltage Assemblies and Entrance Bushings
• One (1) 300# V-Ball Mixing Valves
• One (1) set of Vessel mounted and in line loose supplied instruments.
▪ One (1) Pressure Gauge
▪ One (1) Pressure Transmitter
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▪ One (1) Temperature Transmitter
▪ One (1) Capacitance Type (Hold) Interface Level Transmitter (Control)
▪ One (1) GWR Type Interface Level Transmitter (Shutdown)
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▪ One (1) 3 Probe Agar Interface Measurement Level
▪ One (1) GWR Type Oil Level Transmitter (Shutdown)
▪ One (1) Differential Pressure Transmitter
▪ One (1) Differential Pressure Flow Transmitter
▪ Eight (8) On/Off valves for mud wash header
▪ One (1) Mud wash water Flow Control valve
▪ One (1) Interface Level Control Valve
• One (1) set of PSV designed for Fire Case
• One (1) set of Power, Control, and Instrumentation cables with instrument junction box (loose
supplied)
Design only Scope:
• One (1) Bilectric ® Technology Desalter Vessel (13.77’ (4200 mm) x 118.4’ (36100 mm))
• One (1) set of inlet distributor / header.
• One (1) set of Oil Collector
• One (1) set Interface drain headers.
• One (1) set of Mud wash header with spray nozzles.
• One (1) set of Lower and Upper bushing housing arrangement.
1.3 ABBREVIATIONS
A Amperes
AC Alternate Current
ATEX Atmosphere Explosible
BS&W Basic Sediments and Water
BTL Bottom Tangent Line
DC Direct Current
DCS Distributed Control Systems
DPDT Double Pole Double Throw
ESD Emergency Shut Down
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FIC Flow Indicating Controller
FT Flow Transmitter
FV Flow Control Valve
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GWR Guided Wave Radar
HHIL High High Interface Level
HIL High Interface Level
HS Hand Switch
ID Internal Diameter
IECEx International Electrotechnical Commission for Explosive Atmospheres
IOCL Indian Oil Corporation Limited
KVA Kilo Volt Ampere
LIC Level Indicating Controller
LIL Low Interface Level
LLIL Low Low Interface Level
LSL Level Switch Low
LT Level Transmitter
LV Level Control Valve
NIL Normal Interface Level
PDIC Process Differential Indicating Controller
PDIT Differential Pressure Indicating Transmitter
PDV Differential Pressure Control Valve
PI Pressure Indicator
PIC Pressure Indicating Controller
PID Proportional Integral Derivative
PIT Pressure Indicating Transmitter
PSH Pressure Switch High
PSV Pressure Safety Valve
PV Pressure Control Valve
SPST Single Pole Single Throw
TI Temperature Indication
TSH Temperature Switch Low
TT Temperature Transmitter
UV On-Off Valve
V Voltage
VAC Alternating Current Voltage
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2.0 PROCESS CONTROL
2.1 CONTROL OVERVIEW
In preparing the descriptions of the control loops the following conventions have been followed:
• Controller actions are selected on the basis that 100% signal output to the control valve will
results in position of the valve to be 100% open for fail closed valves, and 100% valve closed for
fail open valves.
• Direct acting controllers are those in which an increase in error (where error = positive deviation
from set point) causes an increase in controller output. Similarly, reverse acting controllers are
those in which an increase in error causes a decrease in controller output.
• Unless stated otherwise, all controllers are standard PID type.
• Fail open valve will have 4mA - open, and 20mA - close.
• Fail open will thus require 20mA to close and less than or equal to 4mA to open.
• Alarms shall be suppressed, and trips overridden in the following scenarios:
o Standby Equipment
o Shutdown Equipment
o During start-up (limited to the first 10 secs unless stated otherwise in this document).
2.2 PROCESS VARIABLE
2.2.1 Dilution water rate / Mixing valve Pressure drop
• Excessive mixing valve differential pressure may lead to increase outlet BS&W
• Low mixing valve differential pressure may lead to reduce the Desalting Efficiency
• Low Wash water (Desalting Water) rate may lead to reduce the Desalting Efficiency
NOTE: The final differential pressure adjustment for the mixing valves may be altered later,
depending on the degree of efficiency achieved in mixing. This cannot be normally determined until
the unit is in full operation.
2.2.2 Crude Oil Flow rate
• The min. flow rate may be varied from turndown (50%) to 100% of Design Dry Oil flowrate.
• Performance may deteriorate at oil rates more than design.
2.2.3 Crude Oil Inlet Temperature
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• Operating Temperature is 120 – 135°C and designed for 175°C.
• Normally, operating temperature should be maintained for stable operation and meeting required
product quality.
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2.2.4 Operating Pressure
• Operating pressure should always be above the crude oil vapor pressure (bubble point)
at least 2.07 bar throughout the system for desalter operation.
• If the operating pressure of the Desalter drops below the “Bubble Point”, gas bubbles can be
formed. Formation of gas inside the Desalter or carry-over of gas from the desalter vessel can
disrupt the oil/water separation process and result in high outlet BS&W. Quick opening of any of
the control valves can cause the operating pressure to drop too low.
2.2.5 Oil/Water Interface Level

• The exact interface level setting is determined by adjustment in the field to obtain optimum
performance. The recommended initial normal level is 1645 mm above the Desalter vessel
bottom, but it will vary depending on the operating temperature, emulsion type, chemical
performance and/or upset conditions.
• Increasing the water level (Brine Level in Desalters) will reduce oil retention time, increased water
(Brine) retention time, and increased AC electrostatic field between the electrodes and oil/water
interface. A high level of water (Brine) may cause frequent electric arcs reducing performance of
the electrostatic field and possibly damaging the composite electrodes.
• Reducing the water (Brine level) level will reduce the water (Brine) retention time, increasing the
oil content into the effluent water, also increasing the oil retention time for the emulsion to be
affected by the electrostatic field.
• Both options can be used to solve certain upset conditions, but going back to a normal condition
is recommended once the situation is under control.
• Operating the Desalter vessel with a very high-water level (Brine level) may cause the electrodes
to deteriorate very rapidly.
2.2.6 Desalting Aid Injection Points

• Demulsifier chemical program for desalting is recommended. Dosing rate shall depend on the
chemical supplier and actual field test with the crude. However, based on SLB’s experience
typical Dosage rate at upstream of Desalter vessel shall be assumed as 1 – 30 ppm, however
the same shall be confirmed by actual chemicals.
2.2.7 Routine Work

The operation is automatic, and the normal routine only involves checking and recording the following
items on a regular (once-per-shift) basis:
• Interface level
• Operating temperature/pressure
• Oil flow rate
• Primary amps on Power Unit
• Secondary current & voltage applied to grid
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• Pressure drop across Mixing valve
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3.0 TECHNOLOGY FEATURES
The Bilectric® processing scheme for treating crude oil incorporates many engineering features that
provide superior results while keeping the specified plant equipment simple to install and easy to
operate and maintain. Some of these features are presented in the following sections and in Figure 1,
Typical Bilectric® Desalter Assembly.
Figure 1 – Typical Bilectric® Desalter Assembly
For more details refer to Technology section of Process Design Calculation Report (Document
number P-AA020-01Z-PE-305-0001).
3.1 POWER UNIT
The power units supplied with the Bilectric® electrostatic systems are designed with a multi-tapped high
voltage output with 100% reactance. This serves the purpose of limiting any short-circuiting effect during
operational abnormalities, such that when the abnormality is corrected, the unit will resume its normal
operating mode without the necessity of readjustment or switching. This Power unit is rated for current
of 524A AC. The secondary voltage of the power units is adjustable to two or more different secondary
voltages, with a “no load” tap changer, if specified. Each Power Unit is ATEX/IECEx -certified and is
suitable for installation in a hazardous area.
Each Bilectric® Desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B, has three (3), 150 kVA power units, each designed for an
input voltage of 415 V, 3 PH, 50 Hz and secondary output voltage level of 15k VAC, controlled by a tap
changer that allows the user to choose from a total of five output voltages viz., 12, 16.5, 20, 23, 25KV.
One power unit is connected to one of the three layers of electrodes, with one connected to the lower,
one connected to the middle, and one connected to the upper electrode layer.
Each
Doc.power unit is equipped
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Rev. 02 1 no Pressure switch, 1 no Level Switch and 2 no’s of Temperature
switch. One set of Pressure switch and Temperature switch shall be wired in series and connected to
ESD for tripping of Power Unit in the event of abnormality, while other set of Level switches and
Temperature shall be used for indication in DCS and also Low level indication for first stage desalter
and for second stage desalter & Temperature indicators for first stage desalter and for second desalter.
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The internal thermal switch (2 nos. of SPST) which is a normally closed bi-metallic switch that will open
at 100 °C. The switch contacts are brought out to the feedback portion of the LV Junction box and
terminated to the terminal strip.
Also, the Power unit is equipped with Explosion Proof pressure switch (set at 4PSI) located on the main
lid (1 no. of DPDT). This device is a safety feature that offers a normally closed Bi-metallic switch that
will open in the event of high pressure that may occur during adverse conditions, such as extreme
ambient temperatures or misuse of the equipment. The switch contacts are brought out to the feedback
portion of the LV Junction box and terminated to the terminal strip.
3.2 METER PANEL
The meter panel provides a point for engaging or disengaging the electrical supply that energizes the
desalter power units. The meter panel houses one voltmeter and one ammeter for each power unit,
and an Off/On pushbutton for applying electrical power to the power units. Additionally, there will be
transducers to feedback the voltage and current signals to control system. Following are signal
interfaces foreseen with metering panel:
A. Power Unit - 1,2,3 to Metering Panel:

• Current and voltage feedback
• Pressure & Level switch feedback - from DPDT switch (one for DCS and other for ESD)
• Temperature switch feedback - from 2 nos. of SPST switch (one for DCS and other for ESD)
B. Metering Panel to/from DCS:

• Oil Level switch feedback - 1 no. from each power unit
• Temperature switch feedback - 1 no. from each power unit
• Voltage transducer feedback of each power unit to DCS
C. Metering Panel to/from ESD:

• Start and stop command of each power unit to ESD
• On and Off indication from ESD
• Process trip indication from ESD
• Power unit trip indication for each power unit from ESD
• Ready to start indication for each power unit from ESD
• Current transducer feedback of each power unit to ESD
• Common E-stop command & indication to/from ESD
• Pressure switch and Temperature switch feedback to ESD
• Level Low Low indication from ESD
• 4-20 mA Level Transmitter signal to ESD
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4.0 INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL
4.1 OVERVIEW
The following operating parameters must be monitored and controlled by proper instrumentation
installed on the desalters.
1. Level: Oil Level & Interface Level.

2. Flow
3. Temperature
4. Pressure
5. Current and Voltage (Monitoring through meter panel)
SLB scope of supply includes the following instrumentation for the Two Stage Bilectric® Desalter system.
First Stage Second Stage

Item
Desalter Desalter
One (1) Pressure Gauge PI-1501 PI-1601
One (1) Pressure Transmitter PIT-1502 PIT-1602
One (1) Temperature Transmitter TT-1502 TT-1601
One (1) GWR type Interface Level Transmitter (Shutdown) LT-1502 LT-1602
One (1) CAP Type (Hold) Interface Level Transmitter

LT-1504 LT-1604
(Control)
LT-1501A LT-1601A
One (1) 3 Probe Agar Interface Measurement Level LT-1501B LT-1601B
LT-1501C LT-1601C
One (1) GWR Type Oil Level Transmitter (Shutdown) LT-1503 LT-1603
One (1) Differential Pressure Transmitter PDIT-1503 PDIT-1601
One (1) V-Ball Mixing Valves PDV-1503 PDV-1601
One (1) Differential Pressure Flow Transmitter FT-1502 FT-1601
One (1) Mud wash water Flow Control valve FV-1502 FV-1601
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One (1) Interface Level Control Valve LV-1501 LV-1601
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4.2 LEVEL
4.2.1 Oil-Overall Level Safety
Each desalter is designed to operate liquid full, with the upper levels of the vessel containing oil with
very low moisture content. The oil surrounds the electrically energized entrance bushings and
energized parts of the electrode assemblies, to keep that area void of space for hydrocarbon vapor
build up. Oil acts as a good insulator to prevent uncontrolled arching between energized entrance
bushings and electrodes and the grounded portions of the desalter, like the vessel wall and
components connected to the wall. Therefore, the liquid full condition of the desalter is one of the
most important conditions to be maintained and controlled. The liquid full condition prevents
explosive mixtures from forming and igniting with arching components, if oxygen infiltrates into any
top space left by falling level.
A low low-level oil trip is provided to ensure that the desalter operates at the liquid full condition.
Instrument First Stage Desalter Second Stage Desalter

One (1) GWR Type Oil Level
LT-1503 LT-1603
Transmitter (Shutdown)
4.2.2 Interface Control
• Recommended settings for initial start-up are the following,

HIL 1795 mm from Desalter Vessel bottom ID
NIL 1645 mm from Desalter Vessel bottom ID
LIL 1495 mm from Desalter Vessel bottom ID
The optimum interface level setting can be determined later by fine tuning adjustments in the
plant, through evolutionary operational procedures.
• Note that increasing the water level will reduce oil retention time, increase water retention
time, and increase the AC electrostatic field between the electrodes and oil/water interface.
• If the water level is too low, high oil content may be carried in the water outlet.
Interface levels indicated above apply to both 1st and 2nd Stage Desalters (451-LZ-1001A/B) and
shall be measured with below list of instruments provided.

One (1) GWR type Interface Level
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LT-1502 LT-1602
One (1) CAP Type Interface Level

LT-1504 LT-1604
Transmitter (Control)
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LT-1501A (Interface) LT-1601A (Interface)

One (1) 3 Probe Agar Interface
LT-1501B (Emulsion) LT-1601B (Emulsion)
Measurement Level
LT-1501C (Solids) LT-1601C (Solids)
Signal output from transmitters LT-1504 & LT-1501A of 1st Stage Desalter shall be selected using a
selector switch HS-1507. This shall be the input signal for LIC-1501 for the control action at 1 st stage
desalter. Signal output from transmitters LT-1604 & LT-1601A of 2nd Stage Desalter shall be
selected using a selector switch HS-1607. This shall be the input signal for LIC-1601 for the control
action at 2nd stage desalter.
Signal output from LIC-1501 & LIC-1601 to the final element LV-1501 & LV-1601 shall be selected
using a selector switch HS-1501 & HS-1601 respectively. During normal two staged operation HS-
1501 & HS-1601 shall be selected such that the LV-1501 & LV-1601 shall be operated based on the
signal output from LIC-1501 & LIC-1601 respectively. During 1st stage operation, the selector switch
HS-1501 & HS-1601 shall be selected such that LV-1501 shall be operated based on the signal
output from LIC-1601 & LV-1601 shall be de-energized. The same shall be vise versed for 2nd stage
operation.
An interphase low-low level trip is provided for the safety reasons to avoid the oil flowing out in
effluent water line with LT-1502 & LT-1602 respectively for 1st stage desalter and 2nd Stage desalter.
Similarly, a high-high interface trip is also provided for safety reasons to trip the power unit supply
for protection with water reaching at grid level and get short.
DCS Alarm & Set Points for Level Transmitters
Desalter Transmitter Service Alarm High Alarm Low
451-LZ-1001A LT-1504 CAP - Interface Level 1795 mm* 1495 mm*

451-LZ-1001A LT-1501A AGAR - Interface Probe 90** 70**
451-LZ-1001A LT-1501B AGAR - Emulsion Probe 10** -
451-LZ-1001A LT-1501C AGAR - Solids Probe - 90**
451-LZ-1001B LT-1604 CAP - Interface Level 1795 mm 1495 mm
451-LZ-1001B LT-1601A AGAR - Interface Probe 90** 70**
451-LZ-1001B LT-1601B AGAR - Emulsion Probe 10** -
451-LZ-1001B LT-1601C AGAR - Solids Probe - 90**
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* Measurement from bottom of vessel ID
* water %
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ESD Trip & Set Points for Level Transmitters
Desalter Transmitter Service Alarm High High Alarm Low Low
451-LZ-1001A LT-1502 GWR - Interface Level 1945 mm* 1345 mm*
451-LZ-1001A LT-1503 GWR - Overall Oil Level - 4100 mm*
451-LZ-1001B LT-1602 GWR - Interface Level 1945 mm* 1345 mm*
451-LZ-1001B LT-1603 GWR - Overall Oil Level - 4100 mm*
4.3 FLOW
4.3.1 Interstage Recycle Wash Water Control
In Normal operation, Interstage recycle wash water is fed upstream of the mixing valve, PDV-
1503/PDV-1601, of the 1st stage desalter 451-LZ-1001A which comes from the effluent water of 2nd
stage 451-LZ-1001B. This effluent water from the 2nd stage is pumped through 1st stage desalting
water pumps (451-P-1018A/B) and discharges to crude inlet line to 1st stage desalter, 451-LZ-
1001A.
At the discharge of the pumps, a level control valve LV-1601 is provided to regularize the recycle
wash water flow to 1st stage desalter, 451-LZ-1001A.
Desalter Transmitter Controller Final Element Action Set Point

451-LZ-1001B LT-1601A/1604 LIC-1601 LV-1601 Direct 1645 mm (from BTL)
4.3.2 Effluent Water Discharge Control
The effluent water of the 1st stage desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is discharged to Effluent Treatment
Plant through the heat exchangers 451-E-1030 A/B and 451-E-1031 A/B. This line has a level control
valve LV-1501 which is controlled by LIC-1501 of the first stage desalter to maintain the interface at
the desired level.

451-LZ-1001A LT-1501A/1504 LIC-1501 LV-1501 Direct 1645 mm (from BTL)
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4.3.3 Mud Wash Water Supply Control
Desalter water is used as Mud wash water for the desludging of solids deposited inside desalter
vessel. Both first stage desalter and second stage desalter is provided with a dedicated flow
transmitter and flow control valve to control the supply of water to the mud wash header internal
inside desalter. Flow control valve FV-1502 is controlled by FIC-1502 for the first stage desalter and
flow control valve FV-1601 is controlled by FIC-1601 for second stage desalter.

451-LZ-1001A FT-1502 FIC-1502 FV-1502 Direct 14 m3/h
451-LZ-1001B FT-1601 FIC-1601 FV-1601 Direct 14 m3/h
4.4 TEMPERATURE
• Normally, operating temperature should be maintained at the optimum level that has been
determined to maintain stable operation and meet required product quality specifications. For
this two stage desalter, that temperature operated between 120-135°C, depending on which
case is being operated as specified in the process design basis.
• In general, increasing operating temperature will improve process performance and reduce
chemical consumption.
• Note, increase in temperature is an occasional and temporary solution to removal of interface

sludge accumulation.
Nozzle N20 on each desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is designated for connecting a temperature element.
First and Second stage desalter temperature are monitored both locally and in the DCS by the
temperature transmitters TT-1502 & TT-1601 installed for such a function. Low and elevated
temperature alarms can also be in the DCS from the temperature transmitter’s signals.
Desalter Transmitter Controller Final Element Action Set Point (Range)

451-LZ-1001A TT-1502 NA NA NA 148°C (High Alarm)
451-LZ-1001B TT-1601 NA NA NA 108°C (Low Alarm)
4.5 PRESSURE
4.5.1 Desalter Pressure Control

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• Normally, operating pressure should be maintained in the desalter train above the bubble
point of the crude. Any pressure below the bubble point causes gas to break out in the crude,
build up in the vessel, and result in unstable, and possibly unsafe operation in the desalter.
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• Under normal operating conditions, the operating pressure of the 1st stage desalter 451-LZ-
1001A is maintained around 19.5 kg/cm2g for 2nd stage desalter 451-LZ-1001B is
maintained around 17.6 kg/cm2g for 2nd stage desalter.
Nozzle N18 on each desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is designated for connecting a pressure indicator.
First and Second stage desalter pressure are monitored locally by the temperature indicator PI-1501
& PI-1603 installed for such a function.
Nozzle N19 on each desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is designated for connecting a pressure transmitter.
First and Second stage desalter pressure are monitored both locally and in the DCS by the pressure
transmitters PIT-1502 & PIT-1602 installed for such a function. Pressure control valve PV-1101
located at 451-P-1001A/B/C Discharge is controlled by PIC-1502 from the desalter.

High: 17.55 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001A PIT-1502 PIC-1502 PV-1101 Direct
Low: 21.45 kg/cm2g
High: 19.4 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001B PIT-1602 PIC-1602 PV-1101 Direct
Low: 15.8 kg/cm2g
Note: PV-1101 is not in SLB scope of supply.
4.5.2 Differential Pressure Control at Mixing Valve
Intimate contact between the injected process water and the crude oil emulsion is of utmost
importance influencing effective desalting. The process water must not only contact the brine and
solids in the crude, but the water must also be evenly distributed into the crude to ensure a uniform
population density of aqueous droplets. Cameron installs a double ported, top, and bottom guided
V-Ball mix valve that automatically maintains a constant shear factor between the crude and water
through a selected pressure drop.
The Bilectric® Desalters, 451-LZ-1001A/B, each desalter have a V-ball mixing valve (PDV-1503 &
PDV-1601), pneumatically actuated mixing valves with an electro-pneumatic positioner. First stage
desalter PDIT-1503 will be connected to PDIC-1503 and second stage desalter PDIT-1601 will be
connected to PDIC-1601 and is monitored locally in the DCS with high & low alarm. The valve will
open and closed from 30-60% based on the set point,
• At 0.5 kg/cm2 valve will be open at 60%
Desalter Transmitter Controller Final Element Action DP Set Point

Low: 0.5 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001A PDIT-1503 PDIC-1503 PDV-1503 Direct
High: 0.9 kg/cm2g
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Low: 0.5 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001B PDIT-1601 PDIC-1601 PDV-1601 Direct
High: 0.9 kg/cm2g
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4.6 METER PANEL
Each desalter is supplied with one-meter control panel for Voltage and Current Monitoring. The meter
control panel contains three voltmeters, three ammeters, three current transducers, and three voltage
transducers for Current and voltage monitoring of each power unit. There are three “ON” pushbutton
and three “OFF” pushbutton station. There will be an “emergency” push button, common for all three
power units. There will be three “ready to start” indication lamps, three numbers of “pressure trip”
indication lamps, three numbers of “process trip” indication lamps, and an “emergency trip” indication
lamp three numbers for each desalters 451-LZ-1001A/B.
Each voltage meter is rated for 0-120 VAC movement input and has a 0-500-volt scale. The voltage
meter receives and displays the primary input voltage, 415 volts on the 0-500-volt scale, through power
unit’s Y1-Y2 tertiary coil, at 100 volts. Each voltage meter also has its own two wires, voltage transmitter
connected in series, for receiving and converting the voltage signal to a 4-20 mA DC output signal to
the DCS.
Each ammeter is rated for 0-1 AAC movement input and has a 0-600-amp scale. The ammeter receives
the input current amperage through the designated power unit’s C1-C2, 550:1 current. Note, the current
power unit’s range matches the range of the ammeter. Each ammeter also has its own two wire current
transmitter, connected in parallel, for receiving and converting the current signal to a 4-20 mA DC output
signal to the DCS.
Tag numbers for the voltmeters, ammeters, voltage transmitters, and current transmitters are listed
below as follows:
Upper Middle Lower

Metering Panel Instrument Electrode Electrode Electrode
Power Unit Power Unit Power Unit
Voltage Indication EI-1516 EI-1512 EI-1501

451-LCP-LZ-1001A Voltage Transmitter ET-1516 ET-1512 ET-1501
Metering Panel for First
Stage Desalter Current Indication II-1516 II-1512 II-1501
Current Transmitter IT-1516 IT-1512 IT-1501
451-LCP-LZ-1001B Voltage Transmitter ET-1616 ET-1612 ET-1601
Metering Panel for
Second Stage Desalter Current Indication II-1616 II-1612 II-1601
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4.7 POWER UNIT
one connected to the middle, and one connected to the upper electrode layer. Power unit details are as
follows:
Desalter Power Unit Service Rating

451-TR-1001AA Power to Upper Electrode of First stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-LZ-1001A 451-TR-1001AB Power to Middle Electrode of First stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-TR-1001AC Power to Lower Electrode of First stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-TR-1001BA Power to Upper Electrode of Second stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-LZ-1001B 451-TR-1001BB Power to Middle Electrode of Second stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-TR-1001BC Power to Lower Electrode of Second stage Desalter 150 kVA
Each power unit has terminal strip connections on the Power Units Low Voltage Junction Box for
connection of the tank’s pressure switch and temperature switch to the DCS system. The pressure
switch is activated when the power unit’s tank pressure exceeds 4 psi (0.3 kg/cm2g). The temperature
switch is activated when the power unit’s tank temperature reaches or exceeds 212°F (100°C). The
temperature switches are connected in series as well as the pressure switches and upon activation of
any of the switches, the power units are de-energized by wiring to the client switchboard. simultaneously
an alarm will be indicated in the DCS, this applies to both vessels 451-LZ-1001A/B.
Local Process Instruments located on Power Unit are as follows:
Desalter Device Instrument Tag Service Purpose
Pressure Switch PSH-1552 Trip/ESD

Level Switch LSL-1553 Alarm/DCS
Power Unit A
Temperature Switch TSH-1551 Trip/ESD
Temperature Switch TSH-1552 Alarm/DCS
451-LZ-1001A Pressure Switch PSH-1562 Trip/ESD
Power Unit B
Temperature
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Pressure Switch PSH-1572 Power Unit C Trip/ESD
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Power Unit A
451-LZ-1001B Power Unit B
Power Unit C
Note: Tags provided are preliminary and shall be confirmed with vendor.
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5.0 AUTOMATED MUD WASHING
To prevent the accumulation of undissolved solids at the bottom of the vessel, an automatic Desludging
system is implemented to the equipment. The Automated Desludging internal assembly consists of
piping that extends the length of the settling zone near the bottom of the vessel. The pipe has injection
jets that point downward, and the solids are removed through fluidization. As effluent water exits the
vessel, solid material is taken out.
The desludging operation is an automatic and intermittent operation. Based on the Solid population the
crude composition, solids are expected to deposit on bottom of the Desalter vessel. The build-up of
solids can be prevented by regular injection of high-pressure water through a mud wash cleaning facility
and into the water phase of the Desalter. This washes solids from the vessel walls, stirs the water phase
and allows the solids to be carried out of the vessel, where high water velocities are used to prevent the
settling of these solids in the pipework.
This desludging operation will be run section by section on each desalter on certain frequency based
on solids accumulation on the desalter. Desludging system consists of 4 mud wash headers, fitted with
water spray jets considered as 4 sections. Each section has a dedicated on/off valve for the inlet and
outlet (each one). Opening and closing of these on-off valves are automated and shall be initiated as
per the mud washing sequence required at regular intervals.
The spray jet water should be at a pressure approximately above 3.5 kg/cm2g above the normal
operating pressure of the desalters. Desludging process will be initiated at single section of a desalter
and not simultaneously on both stages and period of desludging is one hour. The desludge water flow
rate required to perform desludging operation is 14 m3/hr indicated per compartment inside vessel. The
injected water agitates the solids that have collected in the bottom of the vessel, and they are removed
through water outlet nozzles and routed to closed drain.
5.1 MUD WASHING OPERATION
Mud washing requirements for the First and Second stage desalter are as follows:
First Stage Desalter Second Stage Desalter

Mud wash Water
451-LZ-1001A 451-LZ-1001B
14 m3/h 14 m3/h
Flow rate
(One section at a time) (One section at a time)
Pressure @ sand jet 24.5 kg/cm2g 24.5 kg/cm2g
Frequency Every 24 hrs Every 24 hrs
Duration 20 – 30 min 20 – 30 min

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The proposed frequency is general recommendation for mud washing. The same shall be easily
modified by operator during actual operation depending upon the amount of sand ingress and is
applicable for individual desalter vessel.
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SLB is supplying automated mud wash system with following items in scope.

Item
451-LZ-1001A 451-LZ-1001B

UV-1501 UV-1601
Four (4) On/Off valves for mud wash water UV-1502 UV-1602
supply header UV-1503 UV-1603
UV-1504 UV-1604
UV-1505 UV-1605
return header UV-1507 UV-1607
UV-1508 UV-1608
5.2 MUD WASHING SEQUENCE
The mud-washing program is performed as per the below sequential logic. This logic is programmed
and integrated in ESD for an automated operation. Refer to Cause & Effect Diagram (Document No:
P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001) for more details.
Sequence Details:
The below sequential procedure is a simple procedure for program defined for First stage desalter.
Same shall be followed with relevant tags for second stage desalter.
1. Ensure the flow control valve FV-1502 is in open position and shall allow 14 m3/hr as
minimum for the mud wash operation.
2. Operator shall define the duration of mud wash for each section as “X” minutes. Based on
the value input by operator, all the mud wash segment shall have the same duration for mud
washing.
X = Mud wash timer input (mins)
SLB recommended initial value is 20 minutes. Further operator can adjust the values based
on sand loading.
3. Operator can start the mud washing by pressing START push button HS-1540.
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4. Once the push button is initiated, Open UV-1501 for supply of mud wash water and Open
UV-1505 for discharge of sludge from desalter vessel to closed drain.
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5. After “X” minutes of operation, Close UV-1501 and UV-1505 to complete the mud washing
for first section of header. Initiate the second section mud washing. Open UV-1502 for supply
of mud wash water and Open UV-1506 for discharge of sludge from desalter vessel to closed
drain.
6. After “2X” minutes of operation, Close UV-1502 and UV-1506 to complete the mud washing
for second section of header. Initiate the third section mud washing. Open UV-1503 for supply
drain.
for third section of header. Initiate the second section mud washing. Open UV-1504 for supply
drain.
for last section of header.
9. If required, Reset Mud wash timer.
Further during any time, if there is low-low level in desalter, operator can STOP the mud washing
process using the push button HS-1541.
Shutdown After Fault

If a fault occurs during the sequence the system will shut down as follows:
• Close all On-Off Valves.

• Push button HS-1541 shall initiate STOP of mud washing.
Restart Following Shutdown

Once the fault has been rectified and sequence has been reset the mud washing sequence
shall be initiated from start by pressing push button HS-1540.
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6.0 REFERENCES
S.No. Document Number Document Description

1 B269-451-02-42-DS-1801, Rev.3 PROCESS DATA SHEET FOR DESALTER SYSTEM
B269-451-02-42-451-1115,
2 EIL - P&ID FOR CRUDE DESALTER - FIRST STAGE
Rev.2.2
B269-451-02-42-451-1116,
3 EIL - P&ID FOR CRUDE DESALTER - SECOND STAGE
Rev.2.2
4 P-AA020-01Z-PE-305-0001 PROCESS DESIGN CALCULATION REPORT
PIPING & INSTRUMENTATION DIAGRAM FIRST STAGE BILECTRIC
5 P-AA020-01Z-PE-390-0001
DESALTER
PIPING & INSTRUMENTATION DIAGRAM SECOND STAGE BILECTRIC
6 P-AA020-01Z-PE-390-0002
DESALTER
7 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 ESD CAUSE & EFFECT
8 P-AA020-01Z-PE-330-0002 ALARM & TRIP LIST
9 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0001 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - MIXING VALVE
10 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0002 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - LEVEL TRANSMITTER (AGAR TYPE)
11 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0003 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - SAFETY RELIEF VALVES
INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - LEVEL TRANSMITTER (CAPACITANCE
12 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0004
TYPE)
13 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0005 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - LEVEL TRANSMITTER (RF TYPE)
14 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0006 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - PRESSURE TRANSMITTER
15 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0007 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSMITTER
16 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0008 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - TEMPRATURE TRANSMITTER
17 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0009 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - PRESSURE INDICATOR
18 P-AA020-01Z-IE-535-0002 LEVEL SKETCHES FOR LEVEL TRANSMITTER (GWR AND CAPACITANCE)
19 P-AA020-01Z-EE-570-0001 DATA SHEET FOR METERING PANEL
20 P-AA020-01Z-IE-535-0001 E&I CABLE BLOCK DIAGRAM
21 P-AA020-01Z-IE-510-0001 I/O SUMMARY FOR DCS AND ESD
22 P-AA020-01Z-IE-510-0002 INSTRUMENT INDEX
23 P-AA020-01Z-EE-570-0002 DATA SHEET FOR BIELECTRIC POWER UNIT
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incorporation of the following comments.
1. It is M/s PETRECO¿s responsibility to ensure that all the requirements
as mentioned in PR are complied.
2. Vendor to review set point of pressure in Section 4.5.1.
Also, please find attached file for additional comments.
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COMMENTS LOG SHEET

required
COMMENT SHEET
[Open/Closed]
Vendor to streamline data across all the various documents (EIL MR P&ID, vendor
P&ID, control narrative, vendor datasheet etc). Presently, various mismatches have
been observed in the relevant documents due to which review is taking a
considerable amount of time. For instance,
1) Mismatch in operating pressure values in control narrative and salt Noted and updated.
1 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 -
balance.
2) Mismatch in value for timer of mud wash. etc.

incorporation of the attached comments.
Client to note that, SLB supplies the 2 stage Bilectric

Desalter package. In this document the number of
Instruments and Control valves are provided each
MTD Refer section 1.2: For better understanding, we recommend providing tag nos. of
2 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - stage of Bilectric desalter, if we provide the instrument
Comments instruments and control valves under vendor’s scope.
tag nos for the single stage will get confused. Hence
Client to refer the P&IDs for Instrument and Control
Valves tag numbers.
MTD PSVs 1502/1503/1504 and PSVs 1602/1603/1604 to be included in the scope of

3 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - Yes confirmed.
Comments supply by vendor.
Refer 2.2.4: “………..operating pressure shall always be above the crude oil vapour
MTD
4 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - pressure BY atleast 2.07bar.” Noted and updated.
Comments
Vendor to update the clause as marked in Bold for better understanding.
MTD
5 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - Refer 2.2.4: Vendor to update degasser vessel as desalter vessel. Noted and updated.
Comments
Refer 3.1: In line with vendor P&ID, we understand that the input voltage shall be Noted and updated.
MTD
6 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - 3 phase, however, the same has been specified as 1 phase. Same shall be update in Utility Consumption List in
Comments
Vendor to update the input stage as 3 phase next rev.
MTD Refer 4.2.2: HS-1507 has not been indicated in P&ID. Vendor to review and update Client to note that, Selector Switch HS-1507 is already
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Comments accordingly. been indicated in P&ID.
Refer 4.2.2: We understand that LIC-1501 as marked in the snapshot shall be LIC-
1601 for 2nd stage desalter
MTD
Comments
MTD
9 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 - Refer 4.2.2: Vendor to mark the high-high and low-low trips in P&ID. Noted and update in next revision of P&ID.
Comments
Refer 4.2.2: We understand that the circled data marked in snapshot below shall be
updated as Low
MTD
Comments
MTD Refer 4.2.2: Vendor to provide tentative setpoint alarm values for AGAR-emulsion
Comments and solids probe.
Reer 4.3.1: We understand that the circled data marked in snapshot below shall be
updated as ‘B’ for second stage desalter..
MTD
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Comments

Refer 4.4: Vendor to update the temperature transmitter for second stage desalter
as TT-1602
MTD As per Client comments in P&ID, the temperature
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Comments transmitter tag number has been revised to TT-1601.
Vendor to review and update accordingly.

Client to note that, Salt balance is already been
updated with 19.5 kg/cm2g and 17.5 kg/cm2g for 1st
Refer 4.5.1: the operating pressure for 1st stage and 2nd stage desalter specified
MTD stage and 2nd stage desalter and Desalter datasheet
14 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 as 19.5 and 17.5 is not in line with desalter datasheet and salt balance data.
Comments operating pressure is updated with 21 kg/cm2g with
Vendor to review and update the relevant document note. (Note - Op.Pressure at the inlet of 1st stage
desalter mixing valve)
MTD Refer 4.5.2: the high, low alarms have not been marked in P&ID.
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Comments Vendor may like to review and update the relevant documents
Refer 4.5.2: Vendor to note that as per process design calculation report point 10, Client to note that, as per process design calculation
MTD process design is considered for a 5-20psi pressure drop provision across mixing report 5-20 psi pressure drop across the mixing valve is
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Comments valve. However, DP set point has been specified as 0.5-0.9 kg/cm2g. design. When it comes to operating DP set point is 0.5 -
Vendor may like to review and update the relevant documents 0.9 kg/cm2g.
Voltage and current trasmitter signals for I/O count

MTD Refer 4.6: voltage and current transmitters have not been marked in P&ID. Vendor provided in the PID, however the individual
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Comments may like to review and update. instruments can be referred in the vendor documents
for more details.
Noted and updated.

MTD Refer 4.7: We understand that the input voltage shall be 3 phase as specified in
18 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 Same shall be update in Utility Consumption List in
Comments P&ID. Vendor to update the same. (Typical)
next rev.
Refer 5.0: the operating pressure for desalter has been specified as 21kg/cm2g and
wash water pressure as per EIL datasheet is 23kg/cm2g. However, it has been
Client to check any other source of water available to
MTD specified that spray jet water should be at a pressure approximately above 3.5
19 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 match the pressure 3.5 kg/cm2g above the normal
Comments kg/cm2g above the normal operating pressure of desalter which sums to 24.5
operating pressure.
kg/cm2g.
Vendor may like to review and update accordingly.
DOCUMENT NOS.: P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001, P-AA020-01Z-PE-305-0001 & P-

AA020-01Z-PE- 380-0001
DRAWING / DOCUMENT TITLE: CONTROL NARRATIVE, PROCESS DESIGN

CALCULATION REPORT & ESD CAUSE AND EFFECT
20 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 It is M/s PETRECO’s responsibility to ensure that all the requirements as Noted
mentioned in PR are complied. This review and approval code furnished are not
to be construed as approval to any deviations to PR implied in the document,
but was not specifically requested and approved by Client/EIL. If any such
deviations are found at a later stage, the same shall be suitably rectified/
compensated by vendor without any time/ cost implication to the Purchaser.
Broad comments are as below
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COMMENTS LOG SHEET

required
COMMENT SHEET
[Open/Closed]
a) Refer Scope of Work at Sr. No. 1.2, please ensure that Field Power
Distribution Board shall be flameproof type (Ex-d) as per PR requirements.
Wherever Field Power Distribution Board is mentioned please correct the same to a) Flameproof power distribution board is Ex-d rated
“Flameproof Field Power Distribution Board”. and as per the datasheets the name shall be followed
21 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 b) Please ensure that Flameproof Field Power Distribution Board shall as "Flameproof Power distribution Board".
comply to Cl. No. 3.2 of Instructions to vendor (B269-451-16-50-TR-6841) attached b) Noted
with PR. c) Noted
c) Local Control Panel shall be of flameproof (Ex-d) type as per PR. Please
Confirm and specify the same
a) Vendor has mentioned the rating of power unit as 150kVA at Sr. No. 1.2.
Please furnish power unit sizing calculations suitable taking care of Process & spare a) Power unit sizing is based on the PID and Process
capacity requirements. Please confirm. inputs. 150kVA power unit is designed based on
b) Refer Cl. No. 3.5 of Instructions to vendor (B269-451-16-50-TR-6841) process & spare capacity requirements. However the
attached with PR and ensure that the transformers shall be suitable for the Bielectric desalter technology is PETRECO’s Proprietary
22 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 incoming power supply system conditions (415V + 10%, 50Hz + 3%, 65 kA for 1 sec. calculations.
TPN supply) and shall be adequately rated with required spare capacity. If three b) Power unit transformers incoming power supplies
single phase transformers are provided, the loads shall be equally distributed and are 3ph, 415V+10%, 50Hz + 3 %, 65 kA for 1 sec as per
interlocks shall be provided to ensure that in the event of failure of one the reference power unit datasheet. Interlocks shall be
provided with the FPDB .
transformer, all the transformers are isolated by tripping the incomer
SFU/contactor at local Power Control Panel
Refer below screenshot its is mentioned that “8k VAC, 10k VAC, 12k VAC, 14 As per the power unit datasheet document, output
23 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 k VAC & 15k VAC”. Please clarify voltages of the power unit transformer shall be as
below snap.
a) Refer Cl. No. 3.5 of Instructions to vendor (B269-451-16-50-TR-6841)

attached with PR and ensure that interfacing requirements between Electrical
equipment of Stage-1 & Stage-2 Desalter shall be taken care by Vendor in the a) noted and communicated to fabricator.
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supplied equipments/items. b) Noted
b) Please ensure that all control and indication requirements shall be as
per approved P&ID / Electrical & Instrumentation Interface documents.
a) All cabling (including supply of cables and cable trays) between the
various equipments in the package vendor’s scope i.e. FDB / LCP, transformers and
other auxiliaries etc. required for completeness of the system is in scope of the a) Petreco submitted the cable block diagram showing
the cable scope. Power cable between the FPDB to
Vendor. Please ensure.
Power units and control cables between metering
25 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 b) All power cables in vendor’s scope shall be XLPE insulated, flame
panel and power unit shall be petreco scope.
retardant low smoke type conforming to EIL Std Spec 6-51-0051. And control b) Noted
cables shall be as per EIL Std Spec 6-51-0052. Please Confirm. c) Noted
c) Flameproof and weatherproof double compression Nickel plated brass
cable glands and lugs shall be provided by the vendor for all cables
Refer Cl. No. 3.1 of Electrical Job Specification (B269-451-16-50-SP-6841), and Confirmed. 2nos of Flameproof power distribution
note that for the Desalter, power supply shall be made available by the Owner board considered for first stage and second stage
26 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 at a single point (at the Flameproof Distribution Board). Further distribution and desalter packages. Based on TQ clarifications and
arrangement including cables etc. from FDB to the transformers shall be in meetings, 2nos main power supply (one for each stages
vendor’s scope. Please ensure of desalters) need to be provided by client.
SLB is parent company of PETRECO, hence documents

Deslater package order is placed on M/s PETRECO. Please clarify scope of SLB
27 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 would have SLB logo. All desalter scope are under M/S
mentioned in the drawings.
Petreco
Vendor shall also take care the comments already provided on utility
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consumption document
Please furnish Electrical drawings/documents as per Vendor Data Requirement Noted, will be shared during progress of the vendor
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(B269-451-16-50-VR-6841) documents.
a. Please note that EIL comments already given time-to-time on DESALTER

PACKAGE vendor documents as submitted by M/s PETRECO shall be taken
care in subject document/drawing also. It is PETRECO’s responsibility to
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ensure that all such documents are in sync. with one another.
b. Vendor to ensure that Revision number are put wherever the Vendor changes
data in the successive revision of documents
NOTE: VENDOR IS OBLIGED TO FURNISH THIS SHEET (DULY FILLED UP WITH

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RESOLUTION TO ALL EIL COMMENTS) ALONGWITH REVISED DRAWINGS.
Comments:
1. Vendor to include “one mud wash flow transmitter” in Vendor scope in control
narrative. 1. Already added in SLB scope, Client to refer section
5.1 page 20 of 22
2. Vendor to modify Section 4.2.2 Interface control section pg 12 of 22.For 2nd
Process 2. Noted and Updated
32 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 0 Stage HS-1507 and LIC-1501 to be checked and updated.
Comments 3. Noted
3. Vendor to check and update set point alarm table service from high to low and 4. Noted
vice versa wherever applicable. 5. Noted.
4. Vendor to clear hold of DCS alarm and set points.
5. Vendor to review and update drafting error wherever applicable.
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INDIAN OIL CORPORATION LTD,
OWNER:
PANIPAT REFINERY.
PMC:
MFR:
PETRECO INTERNATIONAL (ME) LTD
PR NO: B269-451-JX-PR-6841-1291
TITLE:
CONTROL NARRATIVE
SCALE Petreco Document Number Sheet Rev
N.T.S P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 02
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
QUAN DESCRIPTION REMARKS
Review Category
Code 1 : No Comments. Proceed with Manufacture/Fabrication as per the document

Code 2 : Proceed with Manufacture/Fabrication as per Commented document. Revised document required
Code 3 : Document does not conform to basic requirements as marked. Resubmit for review
Code R : Document is retained for Records. Proceed with Manufacturing/fabrication as per PR/Tender requirements
Code V : Void
02 Issued for Review AKP US JP 21-Sep-23

01 Issued for Review PKM US JP 31-May-23
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 PURPOSE ...................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 SCOPE OF WORK.......................................................................................................... 3
1.3 ABBREVIATIONS ........................................................................................................... 4
2.0 PROCESS CONTROL ........................................................................................................ 6

2.1 CONTROL OVERVIEW .................................................................................................. 6
2.2 PROCESS VARIABLE .................................................................................................... 6
3.0 TECHNOLOGY FEATURES ............................................................................................... 8

3.1 POWER UNIT ................................................................................................................. 8
3.2 METER PANEL............................................................................................................... 9
4.0 INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL.................................................................................. 10

4.1 OVERVIEW................................................................................................................... 10
4.2 LEVEL........................................................................................................................... 11
4.3 FLOW ........................................................................................................................... 13
4.4 TEMPERATURE ........................................................................................................... 14
4.5 PRESSURE .................................................................................................................. 14
4.6 METER PANEL............................................................................................................. 16
4.7 POWER UNIT ............................................................................................................... 17
5.0 AUTOMATED MUD WASHING ........................................................................................ 19
5.1 MUD WASHING OPERATION ...................................................................................... 19
5.2 MUD WASHING SEQUENCE ....................................................................................... 20
6.0 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................. 22
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The Desalter system is installed for Panipat Refinery Capacity Expansion (P-25 Project) of IOCL,
Panipat in India.
S. No. Item No. Item Description Qty Type

1. 451-LZ-1001A 1st Stage Desalter 1 No. Bilectric®
2. 451-LZ-1001B 2nd Stage Desalter 1 No. Bilectric®
1.1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to describe the intent and functionality of the basic regulatory
controls adopted for the Two stage Bilectric® Desalter system. The information shall be used to
develop the detailed design of controls to meet this intent. Implementation of this Control Philosophy
shall be performed by the client.
1.2 SCOPE OF WORK
SLB supplies the 2 Stage Bilectric® Desalter package process design and proprietary internals for
the newly installed Bilectric® Desalter (451-LZ-1001A/B) for IOCL – Panipat Refinery Expansion
(P-25) Project.
Each Stage of Bilectric® desalter includes the following equipment:
Design & Supply Scope:
1. Transmitter type has been marked

• Three (3) 150 KVA Power Units
as Hold. Vendor to review and update
• One (1) no. of Electrical Metering Panel the same. (Typical)
• One (1) no. of Field Power Distribution Board
• One (1) set of Crude Distributor riser arrangement.
• One (1) set of Electrode Grid Assemblies
• One (1) set of High Voltage Assemblies and Entrance Bushings
• One (1) 300# V-Ball Mixing Valves
• One (1) set of Vessel mounted and in line loose supplied instruments.
▪ One (1) Pressure Gauge
▪ One (1) Pressure Transmitter
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▪ One (1) Temperature Transmitter
▪ One (1) Capacitance Type (Hold) Interface Level Transmitter (Control)
▪ One (1) GWR Type Interface Level Transmitter (Shutdown)
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▪ One (1) 3 Probe Agar Interface Measurement Level
▪ One (1) GWR Type Oil Level Transmitter (Shutdown)
▪ One (1) Differential Pressure Transmitter
▪ One (1) Differential Pressure Flow Transmitter
▪ Eight (8) On/Off valves for mud wash header
▪ One (1) Mud wash water Flow Control valve
▪ One (1) Interface Level Control Valve
• One (1) set of PSV designed for Fire Case
• One (1) set of Power, Control, and Instrumentation cables with instrument junction box (loose
supplied)
Design only Scope:
• One (1) Bilectric ® Technology Desalter Vessel (13.77’ (4200 mm) x 118.4’ (36100 mm))
• One (1) set of inlet distributor / header.
• One (1) set of Oil Collector
• One (1) set Interface drain headers.
• One (1) set of Mud wash header with spray nozzles.
• One (1) set of Lower and Upper bushing housing arrangement.
1.3 ABBREVIATIONS
A Amperes
AC Alternate Current
ATEX Atmosphere Explosible
BS&W Basic Sediments and Water
BTL Bottom Tangent Line
DC Direct Current
DCS Distributed Control Systems
DPDT Double Pole Double Throw
ESD Emergency Shut Down
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FIC Flow Indicating Controller
FT Flow Transmitter
FV Flow Control Valve
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GWR Guided Wave Radar
HHIL High High Interface Level
HIL High Interface Level
HS Hand Switch
ID Internal Diameter
IECEx International Electrotechnical Commission for Explosive Atmospheres
IOCL Indian Oil Corporation Limited
KVA Kilo Volt Ampere
LIC Level Indicating Controller
LIL Low Interface Level
LLIL Low Low Interface Level
LSL Level Switch Low
LT Level Transmitter
LV Level Control Valve
NIL Normal Interface Level
PDIC Process Differential Indicating Controller
PDIT Differential Pressure Indicating Transmitter
PDV Differential Pressure Control Valve
PI Pressure Indicator
PIC Pressure Indicating Controller
PID Proportional Integral Derivative
PIT Pressure Indicating Transmitter
PSH Pressure Switch High
PSV Pressure Safety Valve
PV Pressure Control Valve
SPST Single Pole Single Throw
TI Temperature Indication
TSH Temperature Switch Low
TT Temperature Transmitter
UV On-Off Valve
V Voltage
VAC Alternating Current Voltage
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2.0 PROCESS CONTROL
2.1 CONTROL OVERVIEW
In preparing the descriptions of the control loops the following conventions have been followed:
• Controller actions are selected on the basis that 100% signal output to the control valve will
results in position of the valve to be 100% open for fail closed valves, and 100% valve closed for
fail open valves.
• Direct acting controllers are those in which an increase in error (where error = positive deviation
from set point) causes an increase in controller output. Similarly, reverse acting controllers are
those in which an increase in error causes a decrease in controller output.
• Unless stated otherwise, all controllers are standard PID type.
• Fail open valve will have 4mA - open, and 20mA - close.
• Fail open will thus require 20mA to close and less than or equal to 4mA to open.
• Alarms shall be suppressed, and trips overridden in the following scenarios:
o Standby Equipment
o Shutdown Equipment
o During start-up (limited to the first 10 secs unless stated otherwise in this document).
2.2 PROCESS VARIABLE
2.2.1 Dilution water rate / Mixing valve Pressure drop
• Excessive mixing valve differential pressure may lead to increase outlet BS&W
• Low mixing valve differential pressure may lead to reduce the Desalting Efficiency
• Low Wash water (Desalting Water) rate may lead to reduce the Desalting Efficiency
NOTE: The final differential pressure adjustment for the mixing valves may be altered later,
depending on the degree of efficiency achieved in mixing. This cannot be normally determined until
the unit is in full operation.
2.2.2 Crude Oil Flow rate
• The min. flow rate may be varied from turndown (50%) to 100% of Design Dry Oil flowrate.
• Performance may deteriorate at oil rates more than design.
2.2.3 Crude Oil Inlet Temperature
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• Operating Temperature is 120 – 135°C and designed for 175°C.
• Normally, operating temperature should be maintained for stable operation and meeting required
product quality.
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2.2.4 Operating Pressure
• Operating pressure should always be above the crude oil vapor pressure (bubble point)
at least 2.07 bar throughout the system for desalter operation.
• If the operating pressure of the Desalter drops below the “Bubble Point”, gas bubbles can be
formed. Formation of gas inside the Desalter or carry-over of gas from the desalter vessel can
disrupt the oil/water separation process and result in high outlet BS&W. Quick opening of any of
the control valves can cause the operating pressure to drop too low.
2.2.5 Oil/Water Interface Level

• The exact interface level setting is determined by adjustment in the field to obtain optimum
performance. The recommended initial normal level is 1645 mm above the Desalter vessel
bottom, but it will vary depending on the operating temperature, emulsion type, chemical
performance and/or upset conditions.
• Increasing the water level (Brine Level in Desalters) will reduce oil retention time, increased water
(Brine) retention time, and increased AC electrostatic field between the electrodes and oil/water
interface. A high level of water (Brine) may cause frequent electric arcs reducing performance of
the electrostatic field and possibly damaging the composite electrodes.
• Reducing the water (Brine level) level will reduce the water (Brine) retention time, increasing the
oil content into the effluent water, also increasing the oil retention time for the emulsion to be
affected by the electrostatic field.
• Both options can be used to solve certain upset conditions, but going back to a normal condition
is recommended once the situation is under control.
• Operating the Desalter vessel with a very high-water level (Brine level) may cause the electrodes
to deteriorate very rapidly.
2.2.6 Desalting Aid Injection Points

• Demulsifier chemical program for desalting is recommended. Dosing rate shall depend on the
chemical supplier and actual field test with the crude. However, based on SLB’s experience
typical Dosage rate at upstream of Desalter vessel shall be assumed as 1 – 30 ppm, however
the same shall be confirmed by actual chemicals.
3. As per utility consumption, dosage
rate shall be 2-30ppm. Vendor to
2.2.7 Routine Work
review and update to ensure
The operation is automatic, and the normal routine onlyconsistency
involves checking and
in data recording
across all the following
items on a regular (once-per-shift) basis: documents.
• Interface level
• Operating temperature/pressure
• Oil flow rate
• Primary amps on Power Unit
• Secondary current & voltage applied to grid
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• Wash water rate

• Pressure drop across Mixing valve
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3.0 TECHNOLOGY FEATURES
The Bilectric® processing scheme for treating crude oil incorporates many engineering features that
provide superior results while keeping the specified plant equipment simple to install and easy to
operate and maintain. Some of these features are presented in the following sections and in Figure 1,
Typical Bilectric® Desalter Assembly.
Figure 1 – Typical Bilectric® Desalter Assembly
For more details refer to Technology section of Process Design Calculation Report (Document
number P-AA020-01Z-PE-305-0001).
3.1 POWER UNIT
The power units supplied with the Bilectric® electrostatic systems are designed with a multi-tapped high
voltage output with 100% reactance. This serves the purpose of limiting any short-circuiting effect during
operational abnormalities, such that when the abnormality is corrected, the unit will resume its normal
operating mode without the necessity of readjustment or switching. This Power unit is rated for current
of 524A AC. The secondary voltage of the power units is adjustable to two or more different secondary
voltages, with a “no load” tap changer, if specified. Each Power Unit is ATEX/IECEx -certified and is
suitable for installation in a hazardous area.
one connected to the middle, and one connected to the upper electrode layer.
Each
Doc.power unit is equipped
P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 with
Rev. 02 1 no Pressure switch, 1 no Level Switch and 2 no’s of Temperature
switch. One set of Pressure switch and Temperature switch shall be wired in series and connected to
ESD for tripping of Power Unit in the event of abnormality, while other set of Level switches and
Temperature shall be used for indication in DCS and also Low level indication for first stage desalter
and for second stage desalter & Temperature indicators for first stage desalter and for second desalter.
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The internal thermal switch (2 nos. of SPST) which is a normally closed bi-metallic switch that will open
at 100 °C. The switch contacts are brought out to the feedback portion of the LV Junction box and
terminated to the terminal strip.
Also, the Power unit is equipped with Explosion Proof pressure switch (set at 4PSI) located on the main
lid (1 no. of DPDT). This device is a safety feature that offers a normally closed Bi-metallic switch that
will open in the event of high pressure that may occur during adverse conditions, such as extreme
ambient temperatures or misuse of the equipment. The switch contacts are brought out to the feedback
portion of the LV Junction box and terminated to the terminal strip.
3.2 METER PANEL
The meter panel provides a point for engaging or disengaging the electrical supply that energizes the
desalter power units. The meter panel houses one voltmeter and one ammeter for each power unit,
and an Off/On pushbutton for applying electrical power to the power units. Additionally, there will be
transducers to feedback the voltage and current signals to control system. Following are signal
interfaces foreseen with metering panel:
A. Power Unit - 1,2,3 to Metering Panel:

• Current and voltage feedback
• Pressure & Level switch feedback - from DPDT switch (one for DCS and other for ESD)
• Temperature switch feedback - from 2 nos. of SPST switch (one for DCS and other for ESD)
B. Metering Panel to/from DCS:

• Oil Level switch feedback - 1 no. from each power unit
• Temperature switch feedback - 1 no. from each power unit
• Voltage transducer feedback of each power unit to DCS
C. Metering Panel to/from ESD:

• Start and stop command of each power unit to ESD
• On and Off indication from ESD
• Process trip indication from ESD
• Power unit trip indication for each power unit from ESD
• Ready to start indication for each power unit from ESD
• Current transducer feedback of each power unit to ESD
• Common E-stop command & indication to/from ESD
• Pressure switch and Temperature switch feedback to ESD
• Level Low Low indication from ESD
• 4-20 mA Level Transmitter signal to ESD
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4.0 INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL
4.1 OVERVIEW
The following operating parameters must be monitored and controlled by proper instrumentation
installed on the desalters.
1. Level: Oil Level & Interface Level.

2. Flow
3. Temperature
4. Pressure
5. Current and Voltage (Monitoring through meter panel)
SLB scope of supply includes the following instrumentation for the Two Stage Bilectric® Desalter system.
First Stage Second Stage

Item
Desalter Desalter
One (1) Pressure Gauge PI-1501 PI-1601
One (1) Pressure Transmitter PIT-1502 PIT-1602
One (1) Temperature Transmitter TT-1502 TT-1601
One (1) GWR type Interface Level Transmitter (Shutdown) LT-1502 LT-1602
One (1) CAP Type (Hold) Interface Level Transmitter

LT-1504 LT-1604
(Control)
LT-1501A LT-1601A
One (1) 3 Probe Agar Interface Measurement Level LT-1501B LT-1601B
LT-1501C LT-1601C
One (1) GWR Type Oil Level Transmitter (Shutdown) LT-1503 LT-1603
One (1) Differential Pressure Transmitter PDIT-1503 PDIT-1601
One (1) V-Ball Mixing Valves PDV-1503 PDV-1601
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4.2 LEVEL
4.2.1 Oil-Overall Level Safety
Each desalter is designed to operate liquid full, with the upper levels of the vessel containing oil with
very low moisture content. The oil surrounds the electrically energized entrance bushings and
energized parts of the electrode assemblies, to keep that area void of space for hydrocarbon vapor
build up. Oil acts as a good insulator to prevent uncontrolled arching between energized entrance
bushings and electrodes and the grounded portions of the desalter, like the vessel wall and
components connected to the wall. Therefore, the liquid full condition of the desalter is one of the
most important conditions to be maintained and controlled. The liquid full condition prevents
explosive mixtures from forming and igniting with arching components, if oxygen infiltrates into any
top space left by falling level.
A low low-level oil trip is provided to ensure that the desalter operates at the liquid full condition.

One (1) GWR Type Oil Level
LT-1503 LT-1603
4.2.2 Interface Control
• Recommended settings for initial start-up are the following,

HIL 1795 mm from Desalter Vessel bottom ID
NIL 1645 mm from Desalter Vessel bottom ID
LIL 1495 mm from Desalter Vessel bottom ID
The optimum interface level setting can be determined later by fine tuning adjustments in the
plant, through evolutionary operational procedures.
• Note that increasing the water level will reduce oil retention time, increase water retention
time, and increase the AC electrostatic field between the electrodes and oil/water interface.
• If the water level is too low, high oil content may be carried in the water outlet.
Interface levels indicated above apply to both 1st and 2nd Stage Desalters (451-LZ-1001A/B) and
shall be measured with below list of instruments provided.

One (1) GWR type Interface Level
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LT-1502 LT-1602
One (1) CAP Type Interface Level

LT-1504 LT-1604
Transmitter (Control)
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LT-1501A (Interface) LT-1601A (Interface)

One (1) 3 Probe Agar Interface
LT-1501B (Emulsion) LT-1601B (Emulsion)
Measurement Level
LT-1501C (Solids) LT-1601C (Solids)
Signal output from transmitters LT-1504 & LT-1501A of 1st Stage Desalter shall be selected using a
selector switch HS-1507. This shall be the input signal for LIC-1501 for the control action at 1 st stage
desalter. Signal output from transmitters LT-1604 & LT-1601A of 2nd Stage Desalter shall be
selected using a selector switch HS-1607. This shall be the input signal for LIC-1601 for the control
action at 2nd stage desalter.
Signal output from LIC-1501 & LIC-1601 to the final element LV-1501 & LV-1601 shall be selected
using a selector switch HS-1501 & HS-1601 respectively. During normal two staged operation HS-
1501 & HS-1601 shall be selected such that the LV-1501 & LV-1601 shall be operated based on the
signal output from LIC-1501 & LIC-1601 respectively. During 1st stage operation, the selector switch
HS-1501 & HS-1601 shall be selected such that LV-1501 shall be operated based on the signal
output from LIC-1601 & LV-1601 shall be de-energized. The same shall be vise versed for 2nd stage
operation.
An interphase low-low level trip is provided for the safety reasons to avoid the oil flowing out in
effluent water line with LT-1502 & LT-1602 respectively for 1st stage desalter and 2nd Stage desalter.
Similarly, a high-high interface trip is also provided for safety reasons to trip the power unit supply
for protection with water reaching at grid level and get short.
DCS Alarm & Set Points for Level Transmitters
Desalter Transmitter Service Alarm High Alarm Low
451-LZ-1001A LT-1504 CAP - Interface Level 1795 mm* 1495 mm*

451-LZ-1001A LT-1501A AGAR - Interface Probe 90** 70**
451-LZ-1001A LT-1501B AGAR - Emulsion Probe 10** -
451-LZ-1001A LT-1501C AGAR - Solids Probe - 90**
451-LZ-1001B LT-1604 CAP - Interface Level 1795 mm 1495 mm
451-LZ-1001B LT-1601A AGAR - Interface Probe 90** 70**
451-LZ-1001B LT-1601B AGAR - Emulsion Probe 10** -
451-LZ-1001B LT-1601C AGAR - Solids Probe - 90**
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* water %
2. Context of ** marked for AGAR probes to be
specified.
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ESD Trip & Set Points for Level Transmitters
Desalter Transmitter Service Alarm High High Alarm Low Low
451-LZ-1001A LT-1502 GWR - Interface Level 1945 mm* 1345 mm*
451-LZ-1001A LT-1503 GWR - Overall Oil Level - 4100 mm*
451-LZ-1001B LT-1602 GWR - Interface Level 1945 mm* 1345 mm*
451-LZ-1001B LT-1603 GWR - Overall Oil Level - 4100 mm*
4.3 FLOW
4.3.1 Interstage Recycle Wash Water Control
In Normal operation, Interstage recycle wash water is fed upstream of the mixing valve, PDV-
1503/PDV-1601, of the 1st stage desalter 451-LZ-1001A which comes from the effluent water of 2nd
stage 451-LZ-1001B. This effluent water from the 2nd stage is pumped through 1st stage desalting
water pumps (451-P-1018A/B) and discharges to crude inlet line to 1st stage desalter, 451-LZ-
1001A.
At the discharge of the pumps, a level control valve LV-1601 is provided to regularize the recycle
wash water flow to 1st stage desalter, 451-LZ-1001A.

451-LZ-1001B LT-1601A/1604 LIC-1601 LV-1601 Direct 1645 mm (from BTL)
4.3.2 Effluent Water Discharge Control
The effluent water of the 1st stage desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is discharged to Effluent Treatment
Plant through the heat exchangers 451-E-1030 A/B and 451-E-1031 A/B. This line has a level control
valve LV-1501 which is controlled by LIC-1501 of the first stage desalter to maintain the interface at
the desired level.

451-LZ-1001A LT-1501A/1504 LIC-1501 LV-1501 Direct 1645 mm (from BTL)
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4.3.3 Mud Wash Water Supply Control
Desalter water is used as Mud wash water for the desludging of solids deposited inside desalter
vessel. Both first stage desalter and second stage desalter is provided with a dedicated flow
transmitter and flow control valve to control the supply of water to the mud wash header internal
inside desalter. Flow control valve FV-1502 is controlled by FIC-1502 for the first stage desalter and
flow control valve FV-1601 is controlled by FIC-1601 for second stage desalter.

451-LZ-1001A FT-1502 FIC-1502 FV-1502 Direct 14 m3/h
451-LZ-1001B FT-1601 FIC-1601 FV-1601 Direct 14 m3/h
4.4 TEMPERATURE
• Normally, operating temperature should be maintained at the optimum level that has been
determined to maintain stable operation and meet required product quality specifications. For
this two stage desalter, that temperature operated between 120-135°C, depending on which
case is being operated as specified in the process design basis.
• In general, increasing operating temperature will improve process performance and reduce
chemical consumption.
• Note, increase in temperature is an occasional and temporary solution to removal of interface

sludge accumulation.
Nozzle N20 on each desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is designated for connecting a temperature element.
First and Second stage desalter temperature are monitored both locally and in the DCS by the
temperature transmitters TT-1502 & TT-1601 installed for such a function. Low and elevated
temperature alarms can also be in the DCS from the temperature transmitter’s signals.
Desalter Transmitter Controller Final Element Action Set Point (Range)

451-LZ-1001A TT-1502 NA NA NA 148°C (High Alarm)
451-LZ-1001B TT-1601 NA NA NA 108°C (Low Alarm)
4.5 PRESSURE
4.5.1 Desalter Pressure Control

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• Normally, operating pressure should be maintained in the desalter train above the bubble
point of the crude. Any pressure below the bubble point causes gas to break out in the crude,
build up in the vessel, and result in unstable, and possibly unsafe operation in the desalter.
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• Under normal operating conditions, the operating pressure of the 1st stage desalter 451-LZ-
1001A is maintained around 19.5 kg/cm2g for 2nd stage desalter 451-LZ-1001B is
maintained around 17.6 kg/cm2g for 2nd stage desalter.
Nozzle N18 on each desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is designated for connecting a pressure indicator.
First and Second stage desalter pressure are monitored locally by the temperature indicator PI-1501
& PI-1603 installed for such a function.
Nozzle N19 on each desalter, 451-LZ-1001A/B is designated for connecting a pressure transmitter.
First and Second stage desalter pressure are monitored both locally and in the DCS by the pressure
transmitters PIT-1502 & PIT-1602 installed for such a function. Pressure control valve PV-1101
located at 451-P-1001A/B/C Discharge is controlled by PIC-1502 from the desalter.

High: 17.55 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001A PIT-1502 PIC-1502 PV-1101 Direct
Low: 21.45 kg/cm2g
High: 19.4 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001B PIT-1602 PIC-1602 PV-1101 Direct
Low: 15.8 kg/cm2g
Note: PV-1101 is not in SLB scope of supply.
4.5.2 Differential Pressure Control at Mixing Valve
Intimate contact between the injected process water and the crude oil emulsion is of utmost
importance influencing effective desalting. The process water must not only contact the brine and
solids in the crude, but the water must also be evenly distributed into the crude to ensure a uniform
population density of aqueous droplets. Cameron installs a double ported, top, and bottom guided
V-Ball mix valve that automatically maintains a constant shear factor between the crude and water
through a selected pressure drop.
The Bilectric® Desalters, 451-LZ-1001A/B, each desalter have a V-ball mixing valve (PDV-1503 &
PDV-1601), pneumatically actuated mixing valves with an electro-pneumatic positioner. First stage
desalter PDIT-1503 will be connected to PDIC-1503 and second stage desalter PDIT-1601 will be
connected to PDIC-1601 and is monitored locally in the DCS with high & low alarm. The valve will
open and closed from 30-60% based on the set point,
Desalter Transmitter Controller Final Element Action DP Set Point

Low: 0.5 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001A PDIT-1503 PDIC-1503 PDV-1503 Direct
High: 0.9 kg/cm2g
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Low: 0.5 kg/cm2g
451-LZ-1001B PDIT-1601 PDIC-1601 PDV-1601 Direct
High: 0.9 kg/cm2g
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4.6 METER PANEL
Each desalter is supplied with one-meter control panel for Voltage and Current Monitoring. The meter
control panel contains three voltmeters, three ammeters, three current transducers, and three voltage
transducers for Current and voltage monitoring of each power unit. There are three “ON” pushbutton
and three “OFF” pushbutton station. There will be an “emergency” push button, common for all three
power units. There will be three “ready to start” indication lamps, three numbers of “pressure trip”
indication lamps, three numbers of “process trip” indication lamps, and an “emergency trip” indication
lamp three numbers for each desalters 451-LZ-1001A/B.
Each voltage meter is rated for 0-120 VAC movement input and has a 0-500-volt scale. The voltage
meter receives and displays the primary input voltage, 415 volts on the 0-500-volt scale, through power
unit’s Y1-Y2 tertiary coil, at 100 volts. Each voltage meter also has its own two wires, voltage transmitter
connected in series, for receiving and converting the voltage signal to a 4-20 mA DC output signal to
the DCS.
Each ammeter is rated for 0-1 AAC movement input and has a 0-600-amp scale. The ammeter receives
the input current amperage through the designated power unit’s C1-C2, 550:1 current. Note, the current
power unit’s range matches the range of the ammeter. Each ammeter also has its own two wire current
transmitter, connected in parallel, for receiving and converting the current signal to a 4-20 mA DC output
signal to the DCS.
Tag numbers for the voltmeters, ammeters, voltage transmitters, and current transmitters are listed
below as follows:
Upper Middle Lower

Metering Panel Instrument Electrode Electrode Electrode
Power Unit Power Unit Power Unit

451-LCP-LZ-1001A Voltage Transmitter ET-1516 ET-1512 ET-1501
Metering Panel for First
Stage Desalter Current Indication II-1516 II-1512 II-1501
451-LCP-LZ-1001B Voltage Transmitter ET-1616 ET-1612 ET-1601
Metering Panel for
Second Stage Desalter Current Indication II-1616 II-1612 II-1601
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4.7 POWER UNIT
one connected to the middle, and one connected to the upper electrode layer. Power unit details are as
follows:
Desalter Power Unit Service Rating

451-TR-1001AA Power to Upper Electrode of First stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-LZ-1001A 451-TR-1001AB Power to Middle Electrode of First stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-TR-1001AC Power to Lower Electrode of First stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-TR-1001BA Power to Upper Electrode of Second stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-LZ-1001B 451-TR-1001BB Power to Middle Electrode of Second stage Desalter 150 kVA
451-TR-1001BC Power to Lower Electrode of Second stage Desalter 150 kVA
Each power unit has terminal strip connections on the Power Units Low Voltage Junction Box for
connection of the tank’s pressure switch and temperature switch to the DCS system. The pressure
switch is activated when the power unit’s tank pressure exceeds 4 psi (0.3 kg/cm2g). The temperature
switch is activated when the power unit’s tank temperature reaches or exceeds 212°F (100°C). The
temperature switches are connected in series as well as the pressure switches and upon activation of
any of the switches, the power units are de-energized by wiring to the client switchboard. simultaneously
an alarm will be indicated in the DCS, this applies to both vessels 451-LZ-1001A/B.
Local Process Instruments located on Power Unit are as follows:

Power Unit A
451-LZ-1001A Pressure Switch PSH-1562 Trip/ESD
Power Unit B
Temperature
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Pressure Switch PSH-1572 Power Unit C Trip/ESD
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Power Unit A
451-LZ-1001B Power Unit B
Power Unit C
Note: Tags provided are preliminary and shall be confirmed with vendor.
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5.0 AUTOMATED MUD WASHING
To prevent the accumulation of undissolved solids at the bottom of the vessel, an automatic Desludging
system is implemented to the equipment. The Automated Desludging internal assembly consists of
piping that extends the length of the settling zone near the bottom of the vessel. The pipe has injection
jets that point downward, and the solids are removed through fluidization. As effluent water exits the
vessel, solid material is taken out.
The desludging operation is an automatic and intermittent operation. Based on the Solid population the
crude composition, solids are expected to deposit on bottom of the Desalter vessel. The build-up of
solids can be prevented by regular injection of high-pressure water through a mud wash cleaning facility
and into the water phase of the Desalter. This washes solids from the vessel walls, stirs the water phase
and allows the solids to be carried out of the vessel, where high water velocities are used to prevent the
settling of these solids in the pipework.
This desludging operation will be run section by section on each desalter on certain frequency based
on solids accumulation on the desalter. Desludging system consists of 4 mud wash headers, fitted with
water spray jets considered as 4 sections. Each section has a dedicated on/off valve for the inlet and
outlet (each one). Opening and closing of these on-off valves are automated and shall be initiated as
per the mud washing sequence required at regular intervals.
The spray jet water should be at a pressure approximately above 3.5 kg/cm2g above the normal
operating pressure of the desalters. Desludging process will be initiated at single section of a desalter
and not simultaneously on both stages and period of desludging is one hour. The desludge water flow
rate required to perform desludging operation is 14 m3/hr indicated per compartment inside vessel. The
injected water agitates the solids that have collected in the bottom of the vessel, and they are removed
through water outlet nozzles and routed to closed drain.
5.1 MUD WASHING OPERATION
Mud washing requirements for the First and Second stage desalter are as follows:

Mud wash Water
451-LZ-1001A 451-LZ-1001B
14 m3/h 14 m3/h
Flow rate
(One section at a time) (One section at a time)
Pressure @ sand jet 24.5 kg/cm2g 24.5 kg/cm2g
Frequency Every 24 hrs Every 24 hrs
Duration 20 – 30 min 20 – 30 min

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The proposed frequency is general recommendation for mud washing. The same shall be easily
modified by operator during actual operation depending upon the amount of sand ingress and is
applicable for individual desalter vessel.
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4. Same shall be updated in line with latest revision of P&ID.
SLB is supplying automated mud wash system with following items in scope.

Item
451-LZ-1001A 451-LZ-1001B

UV-1501 UV-1601
supply header UV-1503 UV-1603
UV-1504 UV-1604
UV-1505 UV-1605
return header UV-1507 UV-1607
UV-1508 UV-1608
5.2 MUD WASHING SEQUENCE
The mud-washing program is performed as per the below sequential logic. This logic is programmed
and integrated in ESD for an automated operation. Refer to Cause & Effect Diagram (Document No:
P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001) for more details.
Sequence Details:
The below sequential procedure is a simple procedure for program defined for First stage desalter.
Same shall be followed with relevant tags for second stage desalter.
1. Ensure the flow control valve FV-1502 is in open position and shall allow 14 m3/hr as
minimum for the mud wash operation.
2. Operator shall define the duration of mud wash for each section as “X” minutes. Based on
the value input by operator, all the mud wash segment shall have the same duration for mud
washing.
X = Mud wash timer input (mins)
SLB recommended initial value is 20 minutes. Further operator can adjust the values based
on sand loading.
3. Operator can start the mud washing by pressing START push button HS-1540.
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4. Once the push button is initiated, Open UV-1501 for supply of mud wash water and Open
UV-1505 for discharge of sludge from desalter vessel to closed drain.
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5. After “X” minutes of operation, Close UV-1501 and UV-1505 to complete the mud washing
for first section of header. Initiate the second section mud washing. Open UV-1502 for supply
drain.
for second section of header. Initiate the third section mud washing. Open UV-1503 for supply
drain.
for third section of header. Initiate the second section mud washing. Open UV-1504 for supply
drain.
for last section of header.
9. If required, Reset Mud wash timer.
Further during any time, if there is low-low level in desalter, operator can STOP the mud washing
process using the push button HS-1541.
Shutdown After Fault

If a fault occurs during the sequence the system will shut down as follows:
• Close all On-Off Valves.

• Push button HS-1541 shall initiate STOP of mud washing.
Restart Following Shutdown

Once the fault has been rectified and sequence has been reset the mud washing sequence
shall be initiated from start by pressing push button HS-1540.
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6.0 REFERENCES
S.No. Document Number Document Description

1 B269-451-02-42-DS-1801, Rev.3 PROCESS DATA SHEET FOR DESALTER SYSTEM
B269-451-02-42-451-1115,
2 EIL - P&ID FOR CRUDE DESALTER - FIRST STAGE
Rev.2.2
B269-451-02-42-451-1116,
3 EIL - P&ID FOR CRUDE DESALTER - SECOND STAGE
Rev.2.2
4 P-AA020-01Z-PE-305-0001 PROCESS DESIGN CALCULATION REPORT
PIPING & INSTRUMENTATION DIAGRAM FIRST STAGE BILECTRIC
5 P-AA020-01Z-PE-390-0001
DESALTER
PIPING & INSTRUMENTATION DIAGRAM SECOND STAGE BILECTRIC
6 P-AA020-01Z-PE-390-0002
DESALTER
7 P-AA020-01Z-PE-360-0001 ESD CAUSE & EFFECT
8 P-AA020-01Z-PE-330-0002 ALARM & TRIP LIST
9 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0001 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - MIXING VALVE
10 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0002 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - LEVEL TRANSMITTER (AGAR TYPE)
11 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0003 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - SAFETY RELIEF VALVES
INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - LEVEL TRANSMITTER (CAPACITANCE
12 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0004
TYPE)
13 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0005 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - LEVEL TRANSMITTER (RF TYPE)
14 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0006 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - PRESSURE TRANSMITTER
15 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0007 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSMITTER
16 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0008 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - TEMPRATURE TRANSMITTER
17 P-AA020-01Z-IE-520-0009 INSTRUMENT DATASHEETS - PRESSURE INDICATOR
18 P-AA020-01Z-IE-535-0002 LEVEL SKETCHES FOR LEVEL TRANSMITTER (GWR AND CAPACITANCE)
19 P-AA020-01Z-EE-570-0001 DATA SHEET FOR METERING PANEL
20 P-AA020-01Z-IE-535-0001 E&I CABLE BLOCK DIAGRAM
21 P-AA020-01Z-IE-510-0001 I/O SUMMARY FOR DCS AND ESD
22 P-AA020-01Z-IE-510-0002 INSTRUMENT INDEX
23 P-AA020-01Z-EE-570-0002 DATA SHEET FOR BIELECTRIC POWER UNIT
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2.0 PROCESS CONTROL ........................................................................................................ 6

3.0 TECHNOLOGY FEATURES ............................................................................................... 8

4.0 INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL.................................................................................. 10

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S. No. Item No. Item Description Qty Type

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

Each Stage of Bilectric® desalter includes the following equipment:

Design & Supply Scope:

• Three (3) 150 KVA Power Units

Design only Scope:

2.1 CONTROL OVERVIEW

2.2 PROCESS VARIABLE

2.2.1 Dilution water rate / Mixing valve Pressure drop

2.2.2 Crude Oil Flow rate

2.2.3 Crude Oil Inlet Temperature

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2.2.5 Oil/Water Interface Level

2.2.6 Desalting Aid Injection Points

2.2.7 Routine Work

• Wash water rate

Figure 1 – Typical Bilectric® Desalter Assembly

3.1 POWER UNIT

3.2 METER PANEL

A. Power Unit - 1,2,3 to Metering Panel:

B. Metering Panel to/from DCS:

C. Metering Panel to/from ESD:

1. Level: Oil Level & Interface Level.

First Stage Second Stage

One (1) Pressure Gauge PI-1501 PI-1601

One (1) Pressure Transmitter PIT-1502 PIT-1602

One (1) Temperature Transmitter TT-1502 TT-1601

One (1) CAP Type (Hold) Interface Level Transmitter

One (1) Differential Pressure Transmitter PDIT-1503 PDIT-1601

One (1) V-Ball Mixing Valves PDV-1503 PDV-1601

One (1) Differential Pressure Flow Transmitter FT-1502 FT-1601

4.2.1 Oil-Overall Level Safety

Instrument First Stage Desalter Second Stage Desalter

4.2.2 Interface Control