Presentation Profile
Simple and Effective Measurement of Water Content in Fuels Using GC-LUMA™
Currently Scheduled: 10/14/2025 - 9:15 AM - 9:35 AM
Room: Tulip
Main Author
Annika Dombrowski - VUV Analytics
Abstract:
Water in petrochemical and refinery streams can cause problems for processors. Monitoring water in petroleum from an upstream source to the downstream processing plant is critical to insure uninterrupted operation. While water analysis is normally done by Karl Fischer titration, matrix effects from sulfurs and oxygenates may interfere with the titration and yield inaccurate results. Furthermore, the use and disposal of Karl Fischer reagents contribute to increased costs and environmental burden. A GC analysis paired with the LUMA™ detector provides a simple solution to measure trace water in fuels while bypassing matrix interferences and reducing the need for additional chemical reagents to obtain results.
