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Method for operating a compressor
Assignee: Phillips Petroleum Co
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Filing: 1972-11-30
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Granted: 1974-08-20
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Expires: 1992-11-30
Abstract
Abstract A method for operating a compressor whereby fouling materials are removed from the compressor.
Inventors
- 👤 E Ezell
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 12:00
CPC Classifications
F; F04; F04D; F04D29/00; F04D29/70; F04D29/701; F04D29/705
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
23 words
A method in accordance with claim 1 wherein said solvent is injected into said fluid stream continuously during the operation of said compressor.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
12 words
A method in accordance with claim 1 wherein the solvent is methanol.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
A method in accordance with claim 3 wherein said solvent is injected into said fluid stream continuously during the operation of said compressor.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
44 words
A method in accordance with claim 3 wherein a volume within the range of from about 10 to about 20 gallons of methanol is injected into the compressor over a period of time within the range of from about 5 to about 60 minutes.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
A method in accordance with claim 1 wherein the compressor has a suction temperature below about -25* F., a suction pressure less than about 200 psia, a discharge temperature above about +50* F., and a discharge pressure greater than about 350 psia.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
20 words
A method in accordance with claim 6 wherein said compressor is the fourth-stage gas compressor of a multi-stage compressing system.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-08-19 | 1978-02-18 | 1978-08-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-08-19 | 1982-02-18 | 1982-08-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-08-19 | 1986-02-18 | 1986-08-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |