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Datasheet FSM Log Classic (Mar-2018) PDF
Datasheet FSM Log Classic (Mar-2018) PDF
March 2018
Corrosion challenges vary, and even with the available range of corrosion monitoring technologies, there is
no solution that meets all needs. As an example, refineries see high temperatures in furnaces, transfer lines
and distillation units. This is not only a problem for the temperature rating of the monitoring equipment, but
also a measurement challenge due to the naphthenic acid corrosion that is common under such conditions.
The ability to monitor localized corrosion is a limitation for many of the commercially available technologies.
Similarly, process fluids may be very aggressive, and users would avoid intrusive sensors, as they could cause
a possible leak path for aggressive and possibly dangerous. High H2S concentration is a good example
where emissions of gas could have dramatic consequences for personnel and surroundings.
Localized corrosion may also be an issue for particular materials and fluids. Again, high H2S levels is an
example. H2S will cause an Iron Sulfide (FeS) film, which will cause an uneven corrosion distribution.
For underground pipelines, access to the most critical points for internal corrosion (normally bottom of line,
low spots) can be a challenge. Intrusive sensors can be difficult to install and retrieve at the relevant
locations, and data communication to remote areas can also be challenging.
Roxar FSMLog offers an attractive alternative for corrosion and erosion monitoring for the challenges
described in this section.
Measurement principles
The Roxar FSMLog technology is based on feeding an electric current through a monitored section of a pipe,
pipeline or vessel. The applied current sets up an electric field. The electric field is monitored as the voltage
drop values are measured between a set of sensing pins that are installed on the external pipe wall.
The initial measurement sequence measures the voltage drop between all pairs of sensing pins and is called
the Field Signature. Later measurements are compared to the Field Signature, where general corrosion can
be seen as an uniform increase in voltage drops between all pin pairs, whereas localized corrosion can be
seen as a local increase in the values. Note that corrosion is measured between the sensing pins, meaning
that the complete monitored area is covered, and not only under each sensing pin.
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The following figure shows the principle of Field Signature measurements. An electric field is set up in the
area of the pipe, and measured between pairs of sensing pins. Field pattern is changed if there is metal loss
on the pipe, like a crack as shown in the one on the left.
Since metal conductivity and resistance are changing with temperature, it is important to install a reference
plate that is not exposed to corrosion at the pipe wall. In addition, temperature is measured continuously,
and further temperature compensation can be done in the system software. In order to ensure same pipe
quality, the reference plate is normally client provided.
A Roxar FSMLog monitoring system comprises of the following components:
Sensing Pin Matrix
Roxar FSMLog instrument connected via cable to the sensing pin matrix
Communication via cable to Field Interface Unit (FIU) (hazardous area certified solution) or directly to the
server with Fieldwatch software
Server with Fieldwatch server for instrument control, data management and reporting
The following figure shows a Roxar FSMLog pipe section with a reference plate installed.
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Fieldwatch software
The Roxar Fieldwatch software is required for the operation and analysis of Roxar FSMLog data. In addition,
Fieldwatch offers important advantages in sensing pin optimization, information sharing, data
management and reporting, for example, through XY-plots or 3-dimensional models showing distribution
of corrosion attacks.
The following screenshot shows an example of a Fieldwatch window displaying metal loss versus time (top
left), distribution of corrosion (top right), distribution of metal loss on pin pairs (bottom left) and corrosion
distribution (bottom right).
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Application examples
High temperature corrosion monitoring in refineries
As mentioned earlier, high temperature naphthenic acid corrosion is a challenge in the refining industry. The
problem is increasing with higher acid or sulfur content (high TAN) in the crude oil. Hence, low cost crude
oils are more corrosive than low TAN crudes. A particular challenge with naphthenic acid corrosion is that it
is localized and not uniformly distributed over the exposed surface.
Roxar FSMLog systems are commonly installed in refineries in order to monitor high temperature corrosion
(up to 500°C), and is often related to processing of opportunity crudes. Typical locations for Roxar FSMLog
installations are overpass bends in heaters, transfer lines to crude distillation units and vacuum distillation
units, and also other locations in the high temperature part of the process. A refinery often contains a
combination of in-line corrosion probes for fast tracking of changes in corrosivity and Roxar FSMLog for
monitoring localized high temperature corrosion directly on the pipe or vessel wall.
The installation of the Roxar FSMLog Area Corrosion Monitor on covered and buried pipelines help operators
achieve the following objectives:
Verify the efficiency and help with the optimization of corrosion protection program.
Verify the integrity of assets with respect to safety and planned maintenance.
Optimize the process for using opportunity crudes in refineries.
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Mounting Bolted
Communication Wired - Roxar proprietary Fieldbus system Wired - TCP-IP or RS 485, RS232. In this
Wireless options (GSM, Wi-Fi and WiMAX configuration, it is possible to log data from
available). You can contact your local sales a laptop PC with Fieldwatch®.
representatives.
Power requirements Power through Field Interface Unit (max 115/230 V AC. 50/60 Hz, 120 VA, 24 V DC
consumption 7W) or 120 VA
Solar and battery options available. You can Solar and battery options available. You can
contact your local sales representatives. contact your local sales representatives.
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Contact your Roxar sales representative for information on other power and communication options.
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Roxar FSMLog Area Corrosion Monitor Product Data Sheet