API-PA Automatic Sampler
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Contact UsDesigned to handle the most demanding hydrocarbon liquid applications, the ISOLOK API-PA sampler utilizes a pneumatic actuator to skillfully sample crude oil and oil/water mixes.
The API comes in a variety of styles to meet the wide range of process pressures and viscosities in refineries.
Available in both pneumatic and electric actuator styles, to operate with current plant utilities.
- Some API samplers are available with a diamond-like coating to stand up to even the strongest corrosive products.
- All API samplers are ATEX rated and complies with API 8.2, ISO 3171 and ASTM D 4177 standards to ensure that your processes and operators remain safe.
- Provides a consistent fixed volume to ensure you are receiving the exact amount of sample needed every time.
Temperature
- ISOLOK API-PA seals can handle -4 to 500˚F (-20˚ to 260˚C) without degradation.
Pressure
- The API-PA sampler with 316 stainless steel can handle up to 1440 PSI (99 bar) at 100˚F (38˚C).
- Additional pressure capabilities available with super deluxe stainless steel units - 1500 PSI (103 bar) at 100˚F (38˚C)
Connections
- This ISOLOK sampler and the ISOLOK API-PE are both probe-style connections.
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FAQ Sampling Questions
Sentry's bulk solid and ISOLOK sampler maintenance schedules depend on the application. However, it is recommended to clean your equipment every 6 months and review cycle counts to determine the average change time of seals. You should also document every failure for a more robust maintenance schedule.