Vpl-Vision 101 A4

MINIVAP ON-LINE
The RVP profit analyzer
The MINIVAP-ONLINE from GRABNER INSTRUMENTS is

a process monitoring analyzer used for the determination
of vapor pressure of gasoline, crude oil, LPG and NGL.
Its core shares the same triple expansion measurement
method, which is used in the MINIVAP laboratory analyzers.
Based on the results of extensive ASTM interlaboratory
measurements, the MINIVAP ON-LINE outperforms other vapor
pressure process analyzers in precision and helps refineries save
millions of dollars each year.
BENEFITS
One analyzer for all vapor Quality inspection of fuels Automatic calibration with
pressure standards Only the triple expansion method laboratory precision
MINIVAP ON-LINE is a highly robust allows for monitoring the amount of MINIVAP ON-LINE is automatically
and precise process analyzer which dissolved gas delivered in a batch of calibrated with onboard reference
directly measures RVP, TVP and fuel. A high value indicates a leakage fluid, at programmed intervals,
vapor/liquid ratio according to all in the system or several light ends and calibration corrections are
major industry standards – in a included within the batch. completed fully automatically for
single analyzer. Protect your investment. all measurements going forward.
The result from the last calibration
Highest profits through New and improved maintenance is always displayed together with
best precision the measured vapor pressure of
MINIVAP ON-LINE incorporates an
MINIVAP ON-LINE performs automatic piston lubrication and the sample.
RVP expansion methods, which extensive self diagnostic testing No need to adjust correlation
considerably improves the quality system. The measurement cell is formulas or take offline samples
of your measurements and reaches mounted with quick fittings and to verify analyzer results against
highest Round Robin proven can be exchanged within minutes: laboratory equipment.
precision. Blending as close as
Down time virtually eliminated.
0.3 kPa (0.05 psi) to vapor pressure
limits is possible.
Optimize your profits.
VAPOR PRESSURE
SAVINGS AT A GLANCE In the following example, normal Butane is blended into Unleaded Gasoline, while a
maximum vapor pressure of 69 kPa has to be observed:
How triple expansion profit
optimization works BLENDING BUTANE
MINIVAP ON-LINE
RVP (Gasoline @ 37.8°C): Before: 62 kPa (9 psi) After: 69 kPa (10 psi)
Price per Barrel: n-Butane: $ 65.1 Gasoline: $ 81.9
PROFIT AND PRECISION PER METHOD

Reproducibility Possible profit per Possible profit per YEAR
Method/Standard Blending
(kPa) 100 000 barrels (volume: 100k bpd)
Triple Expansion Method 0.7 1.41% $ 24 024 8.77 $M
ASTM D6378-08 1.89 1.14% $ 19 320 7.05 $M
ASTM D5191-07 + EN 13016-1 2.75 0.95% $ 16 128 5.89 $M
ASTM D5482-01 (ABB 4100) 4.14 0.64% $ 10 752 3.92 $M
ASTM D323-06 5.2 0.38% $ 6 384 2.33 $M
Interested in replacing your old RVP analyzer? Ask your distributor how to calculate your savings today!
STANDARDS Vapor Pressure of Gasoline: Vapor Pressure of Crude Oil:

• ASTM D6378, D5191, D4953, D323 • ASTM D6377, D323
• ASTM D5188 (V/L = 20) Vapor Pressure of LPG:
• EN 13016-1+2 • ASTM D6897, D1267
• IP 394
• IP 409
FEATURES • High precision and performance • 7 minute cycle time

• US-EPA and CARB approved • 10 ml of sample for a
Grabner method complete measurement (including rinsing)
• Fully automatic calibration, • Peltier heating and cooling
verification and pressure correction • Modular configuration
• Built-in diagnostic and safety features – Multiple sample streams
• Remote control – Sample conditioning systems
• Adjustable shaker speed • Automatic Lubrication System
(true pressure equilibrium of crude oil) • Directly connects to PLC/DCS via MODBUS
TECHNICAL DATA Temperature Range

Internal operation: 5 to 60°C (41 to 140°F)
Measurement temperature: 20 to 60°C (68 to 140°F)
Pressure Range 0 to 1000 kPa (0 to 145 psi)

ACCESS.
Repeatability 0.3kPa (0.04psi) @ 37.8°C, 70kPa
ANYWHERE.
Reproducibility 0.7kPa (0.10psi) @ 37.8°C, 70kPa
ANYTIME.
Power requirements 100/120/230/240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 110 W
Maximum physical dimensions W x H x D = 650 x 1380 x 400 mm (25.6 x 54.4 x 15.8 inches)
Weight Approx. 50 kgs (110 lbs)
Minimum flow: 2 L/min, Minimum pressure (Gasoline): 50 kPa (7 psi),

Fast loop sample stream Minimum pressure (LPG): 500 kPa (70 psi),
Maximum pressure: 7,000 kPa (1000 psi)
Explosion proof Class 1, Type X or ATEX certified

– EU EX Pressurized Enclosure-System
Explosion protection (EN 60079: BVS 06 ATEX E 088; EN954-1 Cat. 3)
– US EX px purge control unit
(NEMA Class 1, Div 1, BCD, T6, Type X)
– ASCII code and MODBUS communication protocol

Data output – 4-20 mA analog data output
– Central controller option
GRABNER INSTRUMENTS® Messtechnik GmbH A-1220 Vienna/Austria Dr. Otto-Neurath-Gasse 1 | +43/1/282 16 27-0 | www.grabner-instruments.com
PETROLAB COMPANY (USA) 2001 North Indianwood Avenue, Broken Arrow, OK, 74012, USA | +1-918-459-7170 | www.petrolab.com
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MINIVAP ON-LINE

The RVP profit analyzer

The MINIVAP-ONLINE from GRABNER INSTRUMENTS is

PROFIT AND PRECISION PER METHOD

ASTM D6378-08 1.89 1.14% $ 19 320 7.05 $M

ASTM D5191-07 + EN 13016-1 2.75 0.95% $ 16 128 5.89 $M

ASTM D5482-01 (ABB 4100) 4.14 0.64% $ 10 752 3.92 $M

ASTM D323-06 5.2 0.38% $ 6 384 2.33 $M

STANDARDS Vapor Pressure of Gasoline: Vapor Pressure of Crude Oil:

FEATURES • High precision and performance • 7 minute cycle time

TECHNICAL DATA Temperature Range

Pressure Range 0 to 1000 kPa (0 to 145 psi)

Weight Approx. 50 kgs (110 lbs)

Minimum flow: 2 L/min, Minimum pressure (Gasoline): 50 kPa (7 psi),

Explosion proof Class 1, Type X or ATEX certified

– ASCII code and MODBUS communication protocol

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