Desanders, Desilters And Hydrocyclones Arrangements

Hydrocyclones are arranged with the unit of larger cone size upstream of the smaller unit. A separate tank is needed for each size unit. Generally, a desander and a desilter manifold are available as part of the rig equipment. Hydrocyclones should process all drilling fluid entering their suction compartments independently of the drilling-fluid circulation rate.

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