Presentation Profile
Analysis of Trace Elements in Crude Oil by High Resolution Array ICP-OES based on ASTM D7691
Currently Scheduled: 10/15/2019 - 2:35 PM - 2:55 PM
Room: South Lobby
Main Author
Oliver Buettel - Analytik Jena
- Siqi Sun - Analytik Jena
Abstract:
Determining the contents of trace metals and other undesirable elements prior to refining is a crucial step in the refining process. Certain metals can poison catalysts or lead to corrosion of production equipment, others are relevant due to their environmental impact. Analysis of oil samples by ICP-OES after dilution with suitable solvents, ashing, or acid digestion is a common analytical procedure. This work discusses different methods of sample preparation, and highlights how high resolution and extreme matrix handling capabilities can drasticallyt improve analytical performance in the oil laboratory.
