Two-Phase Relative Permeability System
Two-Phase Relative Permeability System with Insitu Monitoring (MRP-200)Integrates advanced digital control, automated flow systems, and real-time data tracking for multiphase flow analysis under extreme pressures and temperatures. Supports both steady-state and unsteady-state relative permeability measurements with in-situ X-Ray saturation monitoring.
10,000 PSIConfining Pressure
150°CMax Temperature
12″Max Core Length
9,500 PSIPore Pressure
Steady-state permeability
Unsteady-state permeability
In-situ X-Ray monitoring
Absolute brine permeability
Oil relative permeability
CO₂/SCO₂ injection
Live fluid flow testing
Fluid balance measurement
Flow Measurement & Control
- Capable of performing steady-state and unsteady-state relative permeability measurements with in-situ X-Ray saturation monitoring
- Continuous dual injection 30 ml pumps with pulse-free switching for each phase
- Closed-loop and open-loop flow with reverse flow capability
- Acoustic Separator, Back-pressure Regulator, and Wet Test Meter for fluid balance
- Live data monitoring and visualization throughout the test
X-Ray & Safety System
- Automated X-Ray source and detector mounted in an X-ray enclosure for in-situ saturation monitoring
- Carbon fiber core holder for full X-ray transparency
- Class A safety oven with integrated LEL and H₂S detection
- Automated X-Ray shutter for immediate shut-off and safety interlocks with warning lights
Material & Fluid Compatibility
- All wetted components suitable for corrosive fluids including CO₂ and supercritical CO₂
- Ceramic/Hastelloy wetted pump components for high corrosion resistance
- Pressure and temperature control to simulate realistic in-situ stress conditions
- Suitable for live fluids including brines, crude oils, and CO₂
Key System Components
- MetaRock Two-Phase Relative Permeability DAQ Control Rack
- Safety Oven with integrated Core Holder and Acoustic Separator
- X-Ray Enclosure with automated X-Ray Source and Detector
- Dual Continuous Injection Pumps (one per phase), Confining Pump, and Compensation Pump
- Transfer Vessel, Back-Pressure Regulator, and Fraction Collector
- High-resolution Digital Pressure & Differential Pressure Transducers
- PC, UPS, Keyboard, and Monitor
| System Level | |
| Sample size | 1″ OD and 1.5″ OD, up to 12″ long |
| Pore pressure | 9,500 PSI |
| Confining pressure | 10,000 PSI |
| Maximum temperature | 150°C |
| Minimum injection rate | 1.4 × 10-5 cc/min |
| Footprint (doors closed) | 4 m × 1.9 m × 2 m (158″ × 75″ × 78″) |
| Footprint (doors open) | 4.9 m × 2.2 m × 2 m (194″ × 88″ × 78″) |
| Core Holder & Separator | |
| Core holder | Max 10,000 PSI / 150°C — Carbon Fiber composite |
| Two-phase acoustic separator | Max 10,000 PSI / 150°C — Hastelloy |
| Transfer vessel | Max 10,000 PSI / 150°C — Hastelloy |
| Pumps & Ancillaries | |
| Injection pumps | Dual continuous 30 ml, pulse-free — Max 10,000 PSI, Flow 1.4E-5 to 15 cc/min — Ceramic/Hastelloy |
| Confining pump | 1 L capacity — Max 10,000 PSI / 90°C — Stainless Steel |
| Safety oven | Maximum temperature 200°C |
MetaRock Two-Phase Relative Permeability Software
- Integrated pressure, temperature, and flow control from a single interface
- X-Ray travel routine programming and intensity control for automated in-situ saturation scans
- Real-time data visualization and live monitoring of all system channels
- Quick and reliable identification of key test events including endpoint saturations
- Accelerates data interpretation workflow with automated data logging and export
- Software-integrated pressure and temperature limits with alarm management on all channels
Core Flood Testing
- Steady-state in-situ saturation monitoring with X-Ray detection
- Unsteady-state in-situ saturation monitoring with X-Ray detection
- Absolute brine permeability measurement
- Oil permeability and relative permeability endpoint determination
- Empirical data generation and visualization for reservoir characterization
Industry Sectors
- Conventional and unconventional oil and gas reservoir core analysis
- CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage) — CO₂ and SCO₂ injection studies
- Geothermal energy — multiphase flow characterization in reservoir rocks
- Academic and research institutions — multiphase flow physics and EOR studies
Radiation & Oven Safety
- Class A safety oven with integrated LEL and H₂S detector for flammable and toxic gas detection
- Leaded radiation shielding for full X-Ray enclosure protection
- Automated X-Ray shutter for immediate shut-off of the X-Ray source
- X-Ray control sub-system safety interlocks and warning lights
- Automated oven shutoff in case of ventilation loss
Pressure & Power Safety
- Blow-out panel for emergency pressure relief
- Software-integrated pressure and temperature limits on all channels
- Rupture discs and relief valves for overpressure protection
- UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) included for safe shutdown during power loss
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