American Mobile Research, Inc.

1955 CBS Court (307) 235-4590 Office
Casper, WY  82604 (307) 265-4489

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2011 LABORATORY FEE SCHEDULE

 

(Routine Hydrocarbon Analysis of Gases and Pressurized Liquids)

(Extended Gas and Liquid Hydrocarbon Studies)

(Sulfur Fractional Analysis of Gas and Liquid Hydrocarbons)

(Aromatic (BETX) Analysis of Gas and Liquid Hydrocarbons)

(Chromatographic Quick List Services Reference Quick List)

I.  ROUTINE HYDROCARBON ANALYSIS OF GASES AND PRESSURIZED LIQUIDS

 

         A.)  HYDROCARBON FRACTIONAL ANALYSIS OF GASES

 

The gas fractional analysis includes the separation and the quantification of Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane to through Hexanes (C6+) plus hydrocarbons.  The calculations provided with each sample include the Specific Gravity, BTU’s (dry & wet basis), Ideal Gross Heating Value, Gallons per Thousand (GPM), Average Molecular Weight, Molar Mass Ratio, Compressibility Factor, and Relative Density.

 

All analyses are performed in accordance to GPA 2261 methodology.

 

Cost of Analysis, C1 to C6+, N2, CO2, per sample
$65.00
Cost of Analysis, C1 to C6+, N2, CO2, over 10 samples submitted $60.00

 

Additional Gas Analysis

 
Inert Gas Analysis, (Argon, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Carbon Monoxide), per Sample $145.00
Oxygen Content of Natural Gas by TCD Analysis, per Sample $135.00
Organic / Inorganic Chlorides in Natural Gas, per Sample $165.00
Tutweiler Analysis for the determination of Hydrogen Sulfide in Gases, corrected to STP $95.00
Methanol, Glycol, Amines, and other contaminants in Gas, per sample $165.00

Trace Metals Analysis by ICP-AES of Natural Gas, per Sample**

**Test for Arsenic and Mercury in Natural Gas requires Gas Scrub. Contact Lab for details.

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Note: For additional gas testing, such as Extended Hydrocarbons (C10+), Extended Sulfur Studies, and Aromatic (BETX) Analysis, please see accompanying sections.

 

        

         B.)  PRESSURIZED LIQUID HYDROCARBON FRACTIONAL ANALYSES

 

This analysis, which is applicable to Liquefied Ethane, Propane, Butanes, NGL’s, Condensates and Drip Liquids, includes the separation and quantification of Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane through Heptane (C7+) plus hydrocarbons.  Calculations provided with this analysis include Mole Percent, Weight Percent, and Liquid Volume Percentage Distributions.  Also inclusive is the Specific Gravity, Average Molecular Weight, and True Vapor Pressure (calculated), Lbs/Gallon, and Cubic Feet gas/Gallon of Liquid.

 

All analyses are performed in accordance to GPA-2177 Methodology.   All sampling of Pressurized Liquids that are submitted for analysis must conform to the methods outlined in GPA-2174-96, using Piston Cylinders, or Water Displacement.  If you have any questions regarding the sampling of Pressurized Liquids, please contact our laboratory at (307) 235-4590.

 

Cost of Analysis, C1 to C7+ Routine Liquid Study of NGL, Propane and Butane Products $120.00
Cost of Analysis, C1 to C7+ Routine Liquid Study of Gasolines, Condensates and Heavier $135.00

 

                                    Additional Liquid Analyses

 

Reid Vapor Pressure, ASTM D-323, per sample $65.00
Copper Strip Corrosion, ASTM D-130, per sample $55.00
Saybolt Color, ASTM D-156, per sample $35.00
API Gravity of Petroleum Products, ASTM D-287, per sample $10.00
Residue Number, ASTM 2158, per sample $75.00
Oil Stain Observation Number, ASTM 2158, per sample $50.00
Organic / Inorganic Chlorides in Hydrocarbon Liquid, per sample $180.00
Contaminant Identification, (Glycols, Amines, Compressor Oils), per sample $165.00

 

Note: For additional Liquid testing, such as Extended Hydrocarbon (C10+ or C20+), Extended Sulfur Studies, Aromatic (BETX) Studies, please see accompanying sections.

 

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II.  EXTENDED HYDROCARBON ANALYSIS OF GASES AND PRESSURIZED LIQUIDS

         A.) EXTENDED HYDROCARBON FRACTIONAL ANALYSIS OF GASES.

The gas fractional analysis includes the separation and quantification of Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane to Decane (C10+) plus Hydrocarbons. If requested, the analysis can be detailed out to the Eicosane (C20+) plus range. The calculations provided with each analysis include the Specific Gravity, BTU's (dry & wet basis), Ideal Gross Heating Value, Gallons per Thousand (GPM), Average Molecular Weight, Molar Mass Ratio, Relative Density, and Compressibility Factor (Z).

All analysis are performed in accordance to GPA 2286 Methodology.

Extended Hydrocarbon Gas Analysis (C1to C10+, N2, CO2), per sample $165.00
Extended Hydrocarbon Gas Analysis (C1to C20+, N2, CO2), per sample $195.00
Extended Glycalc Hydrocarbon Gas Analysis (C1to C8+,detailed BETX), per sample $180.00

 

         B.) EXTENDED HYDROCARBON FRACTIONAL ANALYSIS OF PRESSURIZED LIQUIDS.

This Extended analysis, which is applicable to NGLs, Condensates, Drips, and Oil samples, includes the separation and quantification of Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, and Methane to Decane (C10+) plus, or, Eicosane (C20+) plus Hydrocarbons. Calculations provided with this analysis include Mole Percent, Weight Percent, and Liquid Volume Percentage distributions. Additional calculations include the Specific Gravity, Average Molecular Weight, Average Boiling Point (F), True Vapor Pressure, and the Density of the C10+ fraction. Aromatics (BETX) analyses may be added for an additional fee. Please see accompanying section (IV) for price details regarding Aromatics in Pressurized Liquid Hydrocarbons.

All analysis are performed in accordance to GPA 2186 Methodology. All samples should be taken by GPA 2174, for Pressurized Liquids, or, contact our laboratory for additional sampling instructions of Atmospheric Liquids.

Extended Hydrocarbon Fractional Liquid Analysis, (C1 to C10+, N2, CO2), per sample $175.00
Extended Hydrocarbon Fractional Analysis, (C1 to C20+, N2, CO2), per sample $205.00
Extended Hydrocarbon Glycalc Fractional Analysis, (C10 to C10+, detailed BTEX), per sample $195.00
Extended Hydrocarbon Analysis of Crude Oils,( C1 to C20+, N2, CO2, BETX), per sample $215.00
Additional Crude Oil Testing
 
Reid Vapor Pressure, ASTM D-323, per sample $65.00
Pour Point of Crude Oil, ASTM D 5853, per sample $65.00
Asphaltene Content (Heptane Insoluble), ASTM D6560, per sample $90.00
Water Content of Crude Oil, ASTM D4928, per sample $50.00
Total Sulfur Content of Crude Oil, ASTM D-5453, per sample $95.00

 

         C.) CONTAMINANT STUDIES ON HYDROCARBON GASES AND LIQUIDS

This analysis is available for the identification and quantification of Impurities, such as Glycols, Amines, Alcohols, Ketones, and a wide range of Oils (Lean Oil, Compressor Oil, Lube Oils). We can also determine many of the Treating Chemicals used in Gas and Liquid Plants, Pipelines, and Wells. This test may also be applicable to Solids, such as Molecular Sieve, Alumina Beds, Zinc Oxide Beds, and many other pellet treaters.

Cost of Contaminant Study on Hydrocarbon Gases, per sample $165.00
Cost of Contaminant Study on Hydrocarbon Liquids, per sample $195.00
Cost of Contaminant Study on Glycols, Amines, Lubricating Oils, per sample $155.00
Cost of Impurity Analysis on Petrochemicals (Alcohols, Ketones, etc.), per sample $125.00
Cost of Contaminant Study on Solids, per sample $195.00

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III.  SULFUR FRACTIONAL ANALYSIS OF GAS AND LIQUID HYDROCARBONS

Note:  Due to the reactive nature of Sulfurous Compounds, in both gas and liquid hydrocarbons, it is preferable to obtain these samples in either, Treated Stainless or Teflon Lined sampling cylinders, to prevent the possible passivation of Sulfur Compounds, such as Hydrogen Sulfide, into the metal walls. Recent studies by our Lab indicate Sulfur Compounds like H2S and Mercaptans can be absorbed through passivation, which begins almost immediately in Stainless Steel and most untreated metals. Within 1 hour of sampling, 95% of the Hydrogen Sulfide was passivated into the metal walls of the cylinders. Treated Stainless (Sulfinert) and Teflon lined cylinders held 99% of all sulfurs, for two weeks or more without passivation. Although Mercaptans and Disulfides are usually slow to passivate in cylinders, our study shows that 95% of these Sulfurs will passivate within 24 Hours, in standard metal cylinders.

Our Laboratory maintains a large stock of Sulfinert and Teflon Lined sampling cylinders, both sale and use, for our customers. If you are attempting to sample gases or liquids for Treater designs, or analytical testing, please contact our Laboratory prior to sampling. We will be glad to assist you with sampling procedures, or Teflon lined cylinders and cases, to assure quality results.

              A.)  SULFUR FRACTIONAL ANALYSIS OF GASEOUS OR LIQUID HYDROCARBONS

Utilizing a Sievers Model 355 Sulfur Chemiluminescence Chromatograph, our laboratory can speciate and quantitate all Sulfur Compounds, down to a 10 part per billion level quickly and accurately. Listed are Carbonyl Sulfide, Hydrogen Sulfide, Carbon Disulfide, Dimethyl Sulfide, Dimethyl Disulfide, Sulfur Dioxide, and a complete distribution of Mercaptans and Thiophenes. This instrument allows a complete analysis of all Sulfur Compounds in both, Gases and Liquids, in about 30 minutes.

The basic theory of operation is based on the chemiluminescence (light producing reaction) from the reaction of Ozone with Sulfur Monoxide (SO) produced from combustion of the analyte tested. A vacuum pump pulls the combustion products into a reaction cell at low pressure, where excess Ozone is added. Light produced from the subsequent reaction is detected with a blue-sensitive photomultiplier tube.

The Extended Sulfur Fractional Analyses listed below for Gas and Liquid samples includes analysis of the following Sulfur Compounds:  
   
Hydrogen Sulfide, Methyl Mercaptain, Thiophenes, Carbonyl Sulfide, Ethyl Mercaptan, Methyl Mercaptan, Carbon Disulfide, Propyl Mercaptans, Benzothiophene, Dinethyl Sulfide, Butyl Mercaptans, Methylbenzothiopenes, Dimethyl Disulfide, Pentyl & Heavier, Dimethylbenzothiopenes  
   
Extended Sulfur Fractional Analysis of Gases, ASTM D-5504, per sample $175.00
Extended Sulfur Fractional Analysis of Liquids, ASTM D-5623, per sample $195.00
Extended Sulfur Fractional Analysisof Crude Oils, ASTM D-5623, per sample $210.00
   
   
Total Sulfur Content of Hydrocarbon Liquids, (Gasoline Range) ASTM D-5453, per sample $110.00
Total Sulfur Content of Low Sulfur Gasoline or Diesel, ASTM D-5453, per sample $125.00
Total Sulfur Content of Water, ASTM D-5453, per sample $95.00
Total Sulfur Content of Crude and Lube Oils, ASTM D-5453, per sample $120.00
Elemental Sulfur Content of Hydrocarbon Liquids, UOP-165-59, per sample $135.00

 

 IV. AROMATIC (BETX) ANALYSIS OF GAS AND LIQUID HYDROCARBONS.

         A.) AROMATIC ANALYSIS OF GASES.

The analysis of Aromatic constituents in Natural Gas and Air Vapors includes the determination and quantification of Benzene, Ethylbenzene, Toluene, and Xylenes. Both, high pressure gases and atmospheric tank vapors can be analyzed, using Flame Ionization Chromatography, for the required Aromatic compounds. Additional Aromatics, such as Chlorobenzene and Dichlorobenzene can be requested at the time of analysis.

Cost of Aromatic (BETX) Analysis on Gases or Air, per sample $165.00

 

         B.) AROMATIC ANALYSIS OF PRESSURIZED LIQUIDS AND CONDENSATES.

Both, high pressure and atmospherically flashed tank liquids can be analyzed for the Aromatic constituents, using Flame Ionization Chromatography. The analysis includes the determination and quantification of Benzene, Ethylbenzene, Toluene, and Xylenes, in Butanes, NGLs, Condensates, Gasolines, and Oil samples.

Cost of Aromatic (BETX) Analysis on Liquids, per sample $195.00

 

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V.  ANALYTICAL SERVICES REFERENCE QUICK LIST

 

GAS AND LIQUID HYDROCARBON STUDIES

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COST/SAMPLE



ROUTINE GAS ANALYSIS, C1 TO C6+, N2, CO2 24 HRS $65.00
INERT GAS STUDIES, H2, O2, N2, CO, CO2, AR 24 HRS $145.00
EXTENDED GAS ANALYSIS, C1 TO C10+, N2, CO2, BETX COMPONENTS 24 HRS $165.00
EXTENDED GAS GLYCALC ANALYSIS, C1 TO C8+, DETAILED BTEX 24 HRS $180.00
EXTENDED GAS ANALYSIS, C1 TO C20+, N2, CO2 24 HRS $195.00
ORGANIC/INORGANIC CHLORIDES IN NATURAL GAS 24 HRS $165.00
           
ROUTINE LIQUID ANALYSIS, C1 TO C7+, N2, CO2 FOR NGL, PROPANE, BUTANES 24 HRS $120.00
ROUTINE LIQUID ANALYSIS, C1 TO C7+, N2, CO2 FOR GASOLINE AND HEAVIER 24 HRS $135.00
EXTENDED LIQUID ANALYSIS, C1 TO C10+, N2, CO2, BETX COMPONENTS 48 HRS $175.00
EXTENDED LIQUID GLYCALC ANALYSIS, C1 TO C10+, DETAILED BTEX 48 HRS $195.00
EXTENDED CRUDE OIL ANALYSIS, C1 TO C10+, DETAILED BTEX 48 HRS $215.00
EXTENDED LIQUID ANALYSIS, C1 TO C20+, N2, CO2 48 HRS $205.00
ORGANIC/INORGANIC CHLORIDES IN HYDROCARBON LIQUIDS 48 HRS $180.00
         
EXTENDED SULFUR ANALYSIS OF GASES, ASTM D-5504 24 HRS $175.00
EXTENDED SULFUR ANALYSIS OF HYDROCARBON LIQUIDS, ASTM D-5623 24 HRS $195.00
EXTENDED SULFUR ANALYSIS OF CRUDE OILS, ASTM D-5623  24 HRS $210.00
TOTAL SULFUR CONTENT OF LOW SULFUR DIESEL OR GASOLINE, ASTM D-5453    
TOTAL SULFUR CONTENT OF CRUDE OIL, ASTM D-5453    
TOTAL SULFUR CONTENT OF LIGHT HYDROCARBONS, ASTM D-5453 24 HRS $125.00
ELEMENTAL SULFUR CONTENT OF HYDROCARBON LIQUID, UOP-165-59 24 HRS $120.00
     
ONSITE SAMPLING AND TECHNICIAN FEES    
     
TECHNICIAN TIME, SAMPLING SERVICES, PER DAY ONSITE $850.00
TECHNICIAN TIME, TRUCK FACILITIES, PER HOUR ONSITE $47.50
TECHNICIAN TIME, PICKUP AND DELIVERY, PER DAY ONSITE $500.00
SULFINERT SAMPLING CYLINDER RENTAL, PER WEEK $7.50
CYLINDER SHIPPING CASE RENTAL, PER WEEK $10.00
           
DESULFURIZATION AND METAL ABSORBANT TREATER STUDIES    
     
TREATER ABSORBANT STUDY ON GASES, PER DAY  
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TREATER ABSORBANT STUDY ON LIQUIDS, PER DAY  
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METAL ABSORBANT STUDY ON LIQUIDS, PER DAY
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SYNGAS TREATER ABSORBANT STUDIES, PER DAY
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ADDITIONAL TEST PROCEDURES FOR HYDROCARBONS, WATER, SOILS

PURGEABLE AROMATICS (BETX) ON WATER (EPA 602) EPA-602 $155.00
TOTAL PETROLEUM HYDROCARBONS ON WATER (EPA 8015M) EPA-8015 $125.00
TOTAL PETROLEUM HYDROCARBONS ON SOILS (EPA 8015M) EPA-8015 $140.00
TOTAL OIL AND GREASE CONTENT ON SOIL OR WATER EPA-1664 $90.00
TOTAL ORGANICS (TOX) STUDY ON WATERS (EPA 601) SW-9020 $165.00
KARL FISCHER COULOMETRIC WATER CONTENT, PER SAMPLE E1064-00 $90.00
VISCOSITY OF OILS (KINEMATIC), PER SAMPLE D-445 $85.00
CLOUD POINT OF HYDROCARBON LIQUIDS, PER SAMPLE D-2500 $60.00
POUR POINT OF HYDROCARBON LIQUIDS, PER SAMPLE D-97 $75.00
ENGLER DISTILLATION OF HYDROCARBON LIQUIDS, PER SAMPLE D-86 $160.00
ROUTINE CATIONS/ANIONS IN WATER, PER SAMPLE E300.00 $195.00
VOLATILE SULFUR COMPOUNDS IN WATER, PER SAMPLE D-5453 $195.00
VOLATILE SULFUR COMPOUNDS IN AIR, PER SAMPLE D-5504 $175.00
HYDROGEN SULFIDE BY TUTWEILER PROCEDURE, PER SAMPLE UOP 9-85 $95.00
API or SPECIFIC GRAVITY ON LIQUIDS, PER SAMPLE D-287 $10.00
TOTAL ALKALINITY as CaCO3, ON WATERS, PER SAMPLE E310.1 $25.00
CHLORIDE CONTENT OF WATER, PER SAMPLE E300.0 $35.00
ORGANIC/INORGANIC CHLORIDES ON HYDROCARBON LIQUIDS, PER SAMPLE D-4929B $180.00

ICP - INORGANIC METALS STUDIES IN HYDROCARBON LIQUIDS AND LUBRICATING FLUIDS

20 TRACE METALS IN GAS TURBINE FUELS, PER SAMPLE D-3605 $150.00
22 ADDITIVE ELEMENTS IN LUBE OILS, PER SAMPLE D-4951 $165.00
16 WEAR METALS IN LUBE OILS, PER SAMPLE D-5185 $115.00
ADDITIONAL METALS BY ICP-AES ON OILS, PER ELEMENT D-4951 $25.00
DIGESTION PROCEDURE FOR OILS AND SLUDGES, PER SAMPLE $125.00

ICP -AES - TOXIC CHARACTERISTIC METALS ON LIQUIDS AND SOLIDS

TCLP METALS DIGESTION FOR SOLIDS or SOILS, PER SAMPLE SW 3050 $95.00
TCLP METALS DIGESTION FOR LIQUIDS, PER SAMPLE SW 3010 $85.00
TCLP ZERO HEADSPACE EXTRACTION FOR VOLATILES, PER SAMPLE SW 1311 $150.00
   
TCLP EXTRACTABLE METALS ON LIQUIDS, PER SAMPLE ICP-AES $145.00
TCLP EXTRACTABLE METALS ON SOILS or SOLIDS, PER SAMPLE ICP-AES $165.00
ADDITIONAL ICP METALS BY ICP-AES, PER ELEMENT ICP-AES $25.00

 

 

**Estimated Turnaround Time.  Times may be different, depending on volume in laboratory.

 

For Volume Discounts or Bid Proposals,  please contact our office.

NOTE: IN ADDITION TO OUR MANY CHROMATOGRAPHIC SERVICES, OUR LABORATORY IS WELL EQUIPPED TO HANDLE MANY TESTS NOT LISTED IN THIS FILE.  PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT OUR LABORATORY TO INQUIRE ABOUT TESTING AND PRICES THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE.

 

WE ALSO MAINTAIN SAMPLING CYLINDERS, PPE BOTTLES AND VARIOUS SUPPLIES THAT YOU MAY REQUIRE TO PERFORM YOUR OWN SAMPLING.  LET US KNOW WHAT YOUR REQUIREMENTS ARE AND WE WILL BE GLAD TO ASSIST YOU.

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