8-Finger Cryo Single Slug Catcher With Double Downcomer for Train Station

Time:2025-05-24 12:24:06

Detail Introduction

8-Finger Cryo Single Slug Catcher With Double Downcomer for Train Station

This project utilized a single slug catcher to cover (4) cryo trains being built at the site. Utilizing stock plate, the manifolds arrived on site in just 16 weeks with the total install completed in under 30 weeks.

single slug catcher cover 4 cryo trains Manifolds 8 Finger double downcomers 01

single slug catcher cover 4 cryo trains Manifolds 8 Finger double downcomers 01

Design: (1) 8-finger slug catcher with double downcomers

Gas Flow: 880 MMSCFD （24.9 million cubic meters per day=24.9MMm³/d）

Storage: 2500bbls （397.5 cubic meters (m³)）

Design Pressure: 1200psig （8.27 MPa(g)）

Specials: 16 week full fabricated manifold delivery

Line Pipe: Stock – 42” API 5L Line Pipe

The project involves the deployment of a large-scale slug catcher to support four cryogenic processing trains (cryo trains) at a natural gas facility. Below is a structured breakdown of the key components, design specifications, and project execution details:

Slug Catcher Design & Specifications

Configuration:

8-Finger Design: Likely refers to eight parallel separator units ("fingers") that provide increased surface area for efficient gas-liquid separation, accommodating high flow rates while minimizing pressure drop.

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new mexico slug catcher gas flow line pipe cryogenic processing parallel separators 02

Double Downcomers: Two liquid discharge pipes enhance redundancy and capacity, ensuring reliable drainage of separated liquids into storage.

Performance Metrics:

Gas Flow: 880 MMSCFD (million standard cubic feet per day) — the total capacity to handle combined feed from all four cryo trains (~220 MMSCFD per train).

Liquid Storage: 2,500 barrels (105,000 gallons) for temporary holding of separated liquids (e.g., condensates, water) prior to processing or transport.

Design Pressure: 1,200 psig, indicating robust engineering for high-pressure gas transmission, critical for safety and operational integrity.

Materials:

42” API 5L Line Pipe: High-strength carbon steel pipe compliant with API standards, suitable for high-pressure applications. Likely Grade X70 or similar to balance durability and cost.

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new mexico slug catcher liquid discharge pipes storage API 5L High Pressure 03

Project Execution Highlights

Accelerated Timeline:

16-Week Fabrication: Use of stock plate material and prefabricated modular manifolds enabled rapid off-site construction, minimizing delays.

30-Week Total Installation: Efficient logistics and modular techniques allowed swift on-site assembly, reducing downtime and costs.

Special Considerations:

Cryogenic Integration: The slug catcher interfaces with cryo trains (likely for NGL/LNG production), requiring materials and design compatible with high-pressure, potentially low-temperature gas streams.

Scalability: A single slug catcher servicing four trains optimizes footprint and cost, demonstrating design scalability for large facilities.

Engineering Rationale

High-Capacity Design: The 8-finger configuration and 42” piping ensure sufficient gas-liquid separation and flow capacity, preventing bottlenecks.

Redundancy & Safety: Double downcomers mitigate blockage risks, while API 5L materials ensure compliance with pressure and safety standards.

Efficiency Gains: Stock materials and modular fabrication streamlined delivery, aligning with fast-track project goals.

Cryogenic Integration slug catcher Scalability Redundancy Prefabricated Processing 04

Cryogenic Integration slug catcher Scalability Redundancy Prefabricated Processing 04

Conclusion

This project exemplifies efficient engineering for high-pressure gas processing, combining robust design (8-finger slug catcher, API 5L materials) with agile execution (prefabrication, stock components) to meet demanding operational and timeline requirements. The integration with multiple cryo trains underscores its role as a critical infrastructure piece in large-scale gas processing facilities.

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