Model 3000 PVT Phase Behaviour System
The Chandler Engineering 3000 PVT system is designed as a precision, multi-tasking instrument for understanding the behaviour of complex mixtures.

The study of thermo-physical properties of fluids such as phase behaviour, density, viscosity, etc. under varying conditions of pressure, temperature and volume is commonly known as PVT studies. The 3000 PVT System is a precision instrument used to perform PVT studies on a variety of fluids with an emphasis on those fluids typically encountered in petroleum reservoirs.
3000 PVT System studies include:
- Oil Analysis / Recombined Fluid
- Oil Analysis / Capillary Viscosity
- Oil Analysis / Capillary Viscosity / Density
- Oil Analysis / Solids Detection
- Oil Analysis / Gas-Condensate Analysis
- Gas-Condensate / Low GOR
- Gas-Condensate / High GOR
- Chemical and Solvent Evaluation
The 3000 PVT system is mercury-free, more capable and easier to use. Computer-based data acquisition and control software makes are easy to set-up and perform PVT tests while electronically logging key test data. Since 1945 Chandler Engineering’s PVT products have been the world. This particular model, The 3000 PVT Phase Behaviour System, is the most widely accepted analytical (PVT) system in both domestic and international scientific laboratories.
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Specifications
Features
- Mercury-Free Design
- Computer Controlled Data Logging
- Visual Phase Boundary
- Detection in Both Oil and Gas Condensate Studies
- Large Cell Volumes
- Flexible Configuration for Various Studies
- Optional Modules for Measuring Density, Viscosity and Solid Precipitation
- Designed for Operator Safety
Maximum Operating Pressures
Pump Cell: 15,000 psi / 104 MPa
Auxiliary Cell:
Gas Condensate Cell: 20,000 psi / 138 MPa
Floating-Piston Cell: 15,000 psi / 104 MPa
Mini Cell: 15,000 psi / 104 MPa
Maximum Operating Temperature: 400°F / 204°C
Pressure Accuracy: 0.1% of Full Scale
Cell Volumes (approximate)
Pump Cell: 400 cm3
Gas Condensate Cell: 1000 cm3
Floating-Piston Cell: 600 or 1600 cm3
Mini Cell: 100 cm3
Volume Accuracy: 0.1 cm3
Liquid Condensate Volume Accuracy: ± 0.01 cm3
Temperature Regulation: ± 0.5°C
Environmental Requirements: 60°F to 104°F / 15°C to 40°C
20% to 90% RH, non-condensing
Utilities
Power Requirements: 220-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1 phase,
25 A (6000 Watts) Max.
Physical Dimensions
Dimensions (wxdxh): 51 x 38 x 95 in. / 130 x 97 x 241 cm not including external pump.
Shipping Information
Gross Weight: approx. 1350 lb / 610 kg, not including optional modules or external equipment