Parameter
Potential Technology

H₂S Concentration

TDLAS H₂S Gas Analyzer

Total Sulfur / Mercaptans

UV Fluorescence Sulfur Analyzer

H₂S (Low ppm / ppb)

TDLAS Trace H₂S Analyzer

Mercaptans

Total Sulfur Analyzer

Amine Strength / Concentration

Density or Refractive Index Analyzer

H₂S Loading (Indirect)

Process Gas Analyzer (H₂S)

H₂S / Acid Gas

UV / TDLAS Gas Analyzer

Oxygen (O₂)

Electrochemical O₂ Analyzer

Description

The Sweetening Unit is used to remove sulfur-containing compounds such as hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), mercaptans (R–SH), and other acidic impurities from gas or liquid hydrocarbon streams to meet product quality and safety specifications. In a typical amine-based sweetening process, sour gas or liquid hydrocarbons are contacted with lean amine in an absorber, where sulfur compounds are selectively absorbed. The treated (sweet) product is routed to downstream processing or export, while the rich amine is regenerated through heating and separation, releasing acid gases for sulfur recovery or disposal. Effective sweetening improves product quality, reduces corrosion, ensures environmental compliance, and protects downstream equipment and catalysts.