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    55gal oil drum sample techniques

    Hey, trying to figure where you guys are pulling oil samples to proof test the drum contents?

    Thinking it is 1/3 or 2/3 down, but shouldn't be on the bottom?

    Thanks,

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    Quote Originally Posted by kevin.jones View Post
    Hey, trying to figure where you guys are pulling oil samples to proof test the drum contents?

    Thinking it is 1/3 or 2/3 down, but shouldn't be on the bottom?

    Thanks,
    If we are talking typical mineral oil you'd want to take it from the bottom or near the bottom of the barrel or vessel, any possible moisture or contaminants would be near the bottom displaced by the oil.

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    Quote Originally Posted by kevin.jones View Post
    Hey, trying to figure where you guys are pulling oil samples to proof test the drum contents?

    Thinking it is 1/3 or 2/3 down, but shouldn't be on the bottom?

    Thanks,
    Paul Gill book chapter 4, page 211 states:

    Sampling oil from Drums or shipping containers

    Drum should remain undisturbed for several hours before drawing the sample. A glass or Pyrex thief is recommended for sampling because it can be easily inspected for cleanliness. A glass tube approximately 36" long, 1" on diameter and tapered at both ends is recommended.

    Discard first thief of oil.

    Draw the sample in the following manner:
    With the top end covered with the thumb, lower the tube to within approximately 1/8" from the bottom of the drum.

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    Additional information can be found here. It discusses the specific gravity of oils/reason to sample from the bottom.

    https://testguy.net/content/204-Spec...aw-Your-Sample

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    Quote Originally Posted by gbriske View Post
    If we are talking typical mineral oil you'd want to take it from the bottom or near the bottom of the barrel or vessel, any possible moisture or contaminants would be near the bottom displaced by the oil.
    Thank you for your time!

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    Quote Originally Posted by rofo42 View Post
    Paul Gill book chapter 4, page 211 states:
    Thank you for Your time!

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    Quote Originally Posted by rofo42 View Post
    Additional information can be found here. It discusses the specific gravity of oils/reason to sample from the bottom.

    https://testguy.net/content/204-Spec...aw-Your-Sample
    Thank You!

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