Red Eye® Hot Tap Insertion and Retraction Technology

Red Eye hot tap insertion and retraction technology allows insertion and retraction of a water-cut meter in a flowing pipeline. The meter uses patented optical sensor technology to accurately measure the full range of water cut (0 to 100%) in a commingled oil and water stream. Very high accuracy across all water-cut levels and easy installation and configuration make this unique meter suitable for numerous applications. The meter can be used in stand alone mode to measure and report instantaneous water cut and in conjunction with the net oil computer (NOC) to perform timed production well tests, or as part of the Red Eye multiphase metering system (REMMS).

Product Requirements

The meter is designed for 6 to 12 in. (15.24 to 30.48 cm.) piping that has an installed, 2 in. (5.08 cm.) ball valve with a 600 lb. (272.15 kg.) flange ANSI certified for up to 1480 PSI (102.7 BAR). The distance between the top flange of the ball valve and the top of the piping must be approximately 16.25 in. (41.28 cm.).