fractional distillation of petroleum

1) Fractional Distillation of Petroleum: Unlocking the Potential of Crude Oil
At Reva Industries, we are dedicated to employing advanced techniques like fractional distillation of petroleum to refine crude oil into valuable, diverse products. Our state-of-the-art facilities and processes ensure the delivery of high-quality fuels, energy, and industrial products essential for powering the world. This page will guide you through the fractional distillation process, its importance, and the valuable products it yields.
2) What is Petroleum Fractional Distillation?
Fractional distillation of petroleum is a process of separating crude oil into various “fractions” based on their boiling points. Crude oil is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, and fractional distillation efficiently separates these compounds into useful products like gasoline, diesel, and kerosene. At Reva Industries, we optimize this process to maximize the yield of each fraction, making it a critical component of modern industries, from transportation to energy production.
3) How Fractional Distillation Works
Fractional distillation of petroleum is a precise method for refining crude oil. Here’s how the process unfolds at our refinery:
● Crude Oil Preheating: Crude oil is first heated in a furnace to temperatures between 350°C and 400°C. Lighter hydrocarbons vaporize, while heavier fractions like bitumen remain liquid and are collected at the bottom of the unit.
● Separation in the Fractionating Column: The heated vapor enters a tall column with multiple trays that capture liquid fractions as the vapor ascends. As the vapor rises, hydrocarbons separate based on their boiling points, allowing for efficient extraction of each fraction.
● Condensation and Collection: As the vapor cools while moving up the column, it condenses at various levels based on boiling points. Low-boiling point hydrocarbons condense near the top, while high-boiling point ones condense lower down.