Hydrocarbon Dehydration

The hygroscopic properties (ability to attract water) of calcium chloride make it an effective desiccant for the removal of water from gas and liquid hydrocarbon streams such as natural gas, propane, kerosene and diesel fuel. The hydrocarbon stream is sent upward through a dehydration bed containing a desiccant where dissolved water is converted into an aqueous brine solution, which is drained off the bottom of the drying unit. OxyChem’s PELADOW™ DG Calcium Chloride Briquettes are specially designed for this application. Their almond shape allows for increased surface area contact with the hydrocarbon to enhance drying and support the flow of hydrocarbon through the drying bed. In contrast, drying beds filled with calcium chloride chips and chunks may produce a less uniform flow resulting in reduced drying performance.

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PELADOW™ DG Calcium Chloride Briquettes