A New Standard for Analysing Copper Corrosivity Levels in Petroleum

Ayalytical Instruments (USA) introduces the Copper Digital Detection Imaging (CuDDI), a new standard of copper quality analysis for the petro industry under its VISAYA product line. Using a high-resolution camera with optical intelligence, CuDDI identifies exact levels of corrosivity present from petroleum through a 4-step automated vision algorithm and classification process. Results are digitally recorded and seamlessly integrated with LIMS software.

CuDDI’s higher precision, patent pending design eliminates guesswork and operator bias. The digital detection imaging is realised through a unique vision algorithm and light box that records, calculates and displays accurate corrosivity ratings in a matter of seconds. The results are remarkable improvements over the rating, method and sample handling procedures performed in current lab tests.

“While copper strip testing continues to be a critical indicator of sulphur compounds present after the refining process, measuring corrosivity continues to be a challenge in petro, as no accurate standardised test has been developed to date,” says Juan Ayala, Ayalytical Lead Project Engineer. “Current tests result in human bias and error due to reliance on manual and visual assessments. CuDDI uses a highly refined testing process, which includes a sophisticated lens and panel testing, to ensure the most accurate readings.”

CuDDI is the first high-tech optical powered device under Ayalytical’s suite of visual testing instruments, VISAYA, and improves on the visual rating of ASTM D130.