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Figure 8 Classification of separators.
Figure 9 Schematic outline of the main components in a gas–oil separator
2. Section B: Gravity settling and separation is accomplished in this
section of the separator. Because of the substantial reduction in
gas velocity and the density difference, oil droplets settle and
separate from the gas.
3. Section C: Known as the mist extraction section, it is capable of
removing the very fine oil droplets which did not settle in the
gravity settling section from the gas stream.
4. Section D: This is known as the liquid sump or liquid collection
section. Its main function is collecting the oil and retaining it for
a sufficient time to reach equilibrium with the gas before it is
discharged from the separator.
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