Corrosion is a significant challenge in the oil and gas industry, and it could result in equipment failure, higher maintenance costs, and production downtime. Therefore, it is essential to use an oil & gas corrosion inhibitor to mitigate corrosion and help extend the equipment’s lifespan while saving maintenance and repair costs.
Corrosion inhibitors are chemicals added to corrosive environments to prevent or slow metal corrosion. There are different types based on application and budget.
Anime-Based Inhibitors
These are organic inhibitors with nitrogen atoms that help neutralize acidic corrosive agents. They form protective coatings on metal surfaces to prevent corrosion.
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
These contain positively charged nitrogen ions, effectively inhibiting localized and general corrosion. They are applicable in different environments like high-pressure and high-temperature conditions.
Aminated Polymers
These are mainly used to prevent hydrogen sulfide and saltwater corrosion.
Acrylic Polymers
These are popular because of their excellent compatibility with drilling fluids and oil. They are primarily used to prevent corrosion caused by hydrochloric acid in drilling fluids.
Maleate Polymers
The oil and gas industry uses these corrosion inhibitors because of their absorption capacity on metallic objects and high solubility in drilling fluids and oils. They primarily protect against corrosion caused by hydrogen sulfide present in drilling fluids.
Volatile Corrosion Inhibitors
VCIs release vapors that create a protective film on metal surfaces. They are commonly used in enclosed spaces like pipelines and storage tanks to prevent corrosion during downtime.
Anodic Corrosion Inhibitors
These work by slowing down the anodic (oxidation) half-reaction during electromechanical corrosion by creating a protective layer on metal surfaces. Cathodic Corrosion Inhibitors
Unlike anodic inhibitors, these focus on the cathodic (reduction) half-reaction in electrochemical corrosion.
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