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    Sampling of Petroleum

Sampling of Petroleum

Petroleum Products and LP Gases

ASTM D4057, ASTM D270, D6074 or ASTM D1265

  • Obtains bottom samples or samples from any level
  • Four different capacities
  • Plated brass, stainless steel or acrylic construction

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Obtains samples from storage tanks, tank cars and drums

When the thief strikes the bottom of the tank, a plunger assembly opens to admit the sample. The plunger closes again when the bomb is withdrawn, forming a tight seal. Samples can be taken at any depth with the use of a secondary trip line, or extension rods may be added for obtaining samples at levels of up to 18"(46cm) off the bottom. Equipped with plunger locking cam for tight closure during transport (except for 4 oz 11⁄8" dia. model). Special models include a 4 oz (118mL) ‘pencil’ model for sampling through small diameter pipes and openings, and clear acrylic samplers with plated brass plunger and end pieces. Modified samplers can be supplied for special applications – we invite your inquiries.


  • Obtains bottom samples or samples from any level
  • Four different capacities
  • Plated brass, stainless steel or acrylic construction
  • Standard Viton O-ring seal
  • Optional metal-to-metal seal

Sample Thief Extension Rods

  • Installs in sample thief plunger assembly.
  • Stainless steel with threaded end.

 

Ordering Information
Catalog No.Length in. (cm)Application
K277-EXT11 (2.5)32,16 and
K277-EXT22 (5.1)8 oz models
K277-EXT33 (7.6)
K277-EXT66 (15.2)
K277-EXT1818 (45.7)
K277C-EXT11 (2.5)4 oz models
K277C-EXT22 (5.1)
K277C-EXT33 (7.6)
K277C-EXT66 (15.2)
K277C-EXT1212 (30.5)
K277C-EXT1818 (45.7)



 All-Levels Sample Thief

Similar to the standard 16 oz (473mL) Sample Thief (Bacon Bomb),but equipped with an adjustable needle valve opening instead of a plunger to control rate of flow during ‘all-levels’ and ‘running’ sampling from storage tanks. Plated brass construction.

Ordering Information

Cat. No.Description
K27800All-Levels Sample Thief

 

Adjustable-Level Sample Thief
Takes samples at depths up to 12" (30.5cm) from bottom. Similar to the standard 16 oz (473mL) Sample Thief (Bacon Bomb),but with built-in graduated extension rod adjustable between 0-12" (30.5cm). Plated brass construction.

 

Ordering Information
Cat. No.Description
K27900Adjustable Level Sample Thief

 

Drum Thief (Sampling Tube)
Choice of plated brass or stainless steel construction For tube sampling from barrels and drums. Takes bottom samples or all-levels samples. 40" Long x 11⁄4" dia. (102x3.2cm). Maximum sample capacity of 24 oz (710mL). Shipping Weight: 6 lbs (2.7kg).

 

Specifications
Cat. No.Description
K27400Drum Thief, plated brass
K27401Drum Thief, stainless steel


 

Weighted Beaker
  • Capacity 32 oz. (946mL)
  • Choice of 3⁄4" or 11⁄2" (19 or 38mm) opening

For beaker sampling from tank cars, tank trucks, shore tanks, ship tanks and barge tanks. Copper or stainless steel construction with weighted bottom. Includes handle and chained cork. Takes all level samples, running samples, and top, upper, middle, lower and outlet samples. Select 3⁄4" (19mm) opening for light crude oils, light lubricating oils, kerosenes, gasolines, transparent gas oils, diesel fuels, and distillates, or 11⁄2" (38mm) for heavy crude and fuel oils, heavy lubricating oils and nontransparent gas oils. Shipping weight: 6 lbs (2.7kg).

 

Ordering Information
Cat. No.Description
K27600Weighted Copper Beaker, with 3⁄4" opening
K27610Weighted Copper Beaker, with 11⁄2" opening
K27601Weighted Stainless Steel Beaker, with 3⁄4" opening

 

LPG Sample Containers
  • Two-valve type with 20% outage tube
  • Built-in pressure relief valve
  • Conforming to ASTM D1265 and GPA 2140 specifications

Welded stainless steel cylinders for obtaining representative samples of liquefied petroleum (LP) gases. Two-valve type (1⁄4 IPS),with 20% outage tube and built-in pressure relief valve factory preset between 540 to 600psi (38-42 kg/cm2).

 

Specifications
Cat. No.Description
K27851LPG Sample Cylinder, 150mL
K27852LPG Sample Cylinder, 300mL
K27853LPG Sample Cylinder, 500mL
K27854LPG Sample Cylinder, 1000mL
K27856LPG Sample Cylinder, 3000mL

 

Tank Car Gauging Pole
  • Meets ASTM D1085 specifications
  • 36" or 321⁄8" in length, with 1⁄8" graduations

 

Specifications
Cat. No.Description
K28000Tank Car Gauging Pole, 36"
K28010Tank Car Gauging Pole, 32 1⁄8"


 

Catalog No.Capacity oz(mL)ConstructionSealOutside DiameterOverallShipping
(O.D.) in. (cm.)LengthWeight
in.(cm)lbs(kg)
K2770032 (946)plated brassViton O-ring3 3⁄8 (8.6)15 5⁄32 (38.5)13 (5.9)
K2770132 (946)stainless steelViton O-ring3 3⁄8 (8.6)15 5⁄32 (38.5)13 (5.9)
K2779016 (473)plated brassViton O-ring2 3⁄4 (7)12 1⁄32 (30.6)9 (4.1)
K2779516 (473)plated brassMetal Seat2 3⁄4 (7)12 1⁄32 (30.6)9 (4.1)
K2779116 (473)stainless steelViton O-ring2 3⁄4 (7)12 1⁄32 (30.6)8 (3.6)
K2779216 (473)acrylicViton O-ring2 3⁄4 (7)12 1⁄32 (30.6)8 (3.6)
K277808 (237)plated brassViton O-ring2 5⁄16 (5.9)10 5⁄32 (25.8)5 (2.3)
K277858 (237)plated brassMetal Seat2 5⁄16 (5.9)10 5⁄32 (25.8)5 (2.3)
K277818 (237)stainless steelViton O-ring2 5⁄16 (5.9)10 5⁄32 (25.8)5 (2.3)
K277828 (237)acrylicViton O-ring2 5⁄16 (5.9)10 5⁄32 (25.8)5 (2.3)
K277704 (118)plated brassViton O-ring1 7⁄8 (4.7)9 11⁄16 (24.6)4 (1.8)
K277714 (118)stainless steelViton O-ring1 7⁄8 (4.7)9 11⁄16 (24.6)4 (1.8)
K277724 (118)plexiglassBuna N O-ring1 5⁄8 (4.01)9 11⁄16 (24.6)3 (1.4)
K277604 (118)plated brassViton O-ring1 1⁄8 (2.8)13 1⁄4 (33.7)3 (1.4)
K277614 (118)stainless steelViton O-ring1 1⁄8 (2.8)13 1⁄4 (33.7)3 (1.4)
K277624 (118)acrylicViton O-ring1 1⁄8 (2.8)13 1⁄4 (33.7)3 (1.4)