An Alternative Method for Paraffin Deposition Thickness Measurement on Pipelines

Abstract: Paraffin deposition thickness is a critical parameter for mathematical modelling and validation of deposition predictions. Various measurement techniques, such as LD-LD, pressure drop, heat transfer, and gravimetry, are commonly used, but many involve high costs and complex instrumentation. This study presents the development of a simpler, cost-effective method for measuring paraffin deposition thickness in pipelines. The approach involves placing steel coupons inside the pipeline, retrieving them after deposition, and measuring the accumulated layer. Results demonstrate that the proposed method yields thickness values within the uncertainty range of the widely accepted gravimetry method, making it a viable alternative for both scientific and industrial applications